Date: Sat, Sep 19, 2026
Time: Sat., 9am-5pm
Venue: Koka Booth Amphitheatre, Cary
Price: Free
Category: Family
Each year approximately 10,000 visitors come to the Greater Triangle Asia Fest to experience nearly 100 exhibits and activities, such as dragon boat races, cultural displays, games, and stage performances. The festival also features a wide collection of ethnic foods and delicacies, where the brave and adventurous can sample unique street food from local chefs.
Family · Cary
“Arrive by 9 AM to grab a parking spot close to the entrance gates.”
Asia Fest 2026 is a cultural celebration in Cary featuring dragon boat races, stage performances, and international street food. What to Know: Admission is free, but you will want to bring card or cash for the food vendors. The festival is stroller-friendly, and the grassy lawn at Koka Booth Amphitheatre is perfect for toddlers to stretch their legs. Parking is available in the venue lots, but they fill up quickly, so arriving close to the 9:00 AM start time is your best bet to secure a spot near the gate. This is an excellent weekend outing because it combines outdoor activity with a chance to try new foods. Kids will be captivated by the fast-paced boat races on the water, and the open-air venue allows you to move at your own pace.
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Asia Fest 2026 runs Sat, Sep 19, 2026, Sat., 9am-5pm.
Koka Booth Amphitheatre is at 8003 Regency Pkwy, Cary, Cary, NC. Open in Google Maps.
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