Taste of Asia comes to Moore Square in Raleigh on

Taste of Asia is a free outdoor cultural festival at Moore Square celebrating Asian heritage through food, music, and art. On October 3, 2026, the downtown park fills with over one hundred local vendors, live stage performances, a fashion show, and interactive crafts designed for children. If you are heading out with toddlers or school-aged kids, pack a picnic blanket so you can claim a spot on the lawn to eat. Admission is free, but you will want budget for food truck purchases and artisan crafts. The closest parking is available in the City of Raleigh parking decks on Wilmington Street or Carter-Finley, though street parking is also free on weekends if you can find a spot. Public restrooms are located right at the Moore Square visitor center. This festival makes an excellent Saturday outing because it combines lunch, outdoor playtime, and easy entertainment in one walkable spot. Kids can burn off energy on the grass between performances, and the central location means you can easily pop over to the nearby Marbles Kids Museum if you need some air conditioning.

Last updated August 4, 2026