Hosted by the Asian Pacific Islander and Desi-American Resource Center, the Asian Night Market took place Friday from 5-8 p.m. on Kendall Lawn. The event brought students and community members for an evening of culture, food and performances.

The Filipino American Student Organization performed a group dance and showcased traditional Tinikling, while Nkauj Hnub Laim Txias performed a traditional Hmong dance and Keilani Adams presented a traditional Hawaiian dance, highlighting cultural diversity throughout the night.

Food vendors and student-run booths added to the atmosphere with a variety of treats.

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Traditional Tinikling being taught by members of FASO. It is a traditional Philippine folk dance from Leyte, dating back to the Spanish colonial era, that mimics the movements of the tikling bird hopping over grass or avoiding bamboo traps. Photo taken by Arlette Valdivia on April 17, 2026.

The event created an inclusive space celebrating cultural community and student involvement.

Arlette Valdivia can be reached at [email protected]