Japan Society. Photo: Go Sugimoto
CitywideEvents & Festivals
Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Month
May 1, 2026 - May 31, 2026
Description
NYC celebrates Asian American Pacific Islander (AAPI) Heritage Month throughout May. The NYC Parks Department gives free history tours and hosts more outdoor events, and the New York Public Library offers suggested readings, panels and other free events. It’s also worth keeping an eye on cultural institutions like Asia Society and Museum and Japan Society to see what sorts of special events and exhibitions they have in store as the time approaches. Also, don’t miss the annual AAPI Cultural and Heritage Parade, which typically brings the month's celebration to a close at the end of May or in early June. It will take place along Sixth Avenue in Midtown Manhattan. There is a Japan Parade on May 9 as well.
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Features
Seasonal
- Spring
Cost
- Free
Accessibility
- Large Print
- Braille
- Open and/or Closed Captioned
- Assistive Listening System
- Sign Language Interpretation
- Wheelchair Accessible
Type
- Libraries & Educational Centers
- Culture & History