Asian Lantern Festival 2026

The Asian Community Development Council (ACDC) brings back its biggest celebration of Asian American, Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander (AANHPI) culture under a new name and at a new home. Formerly the ACDC Night Market, the Asian Lantern Festival runs 5 to 11 p.m. on Saturday, October 24, 2026, at Desert Breeze Event Center.

What to Expect

Glowing lanterns, authentic flavors, live cultural performances, local vendors, games and family-friendly activities. Featured food and beverage vendors announced so far: Pipeline Malasadas, Killah Kine Shrimp, Buldogis Unleashed, Kinzuu Izakaya, Kuzikero Pinoy BBQ, Stick with Chicken, Ichiza, Vanilla Creamery, Onigiri, Urban Matcha, ShareTea, Brewtea Bar, Cosmic Fluff and Coconery. More vendors, performers and experiences will be announced before the festival.

Tickets

• General admission: $5.25 (includes processing fee)
• VIP: $105 (includes processing fee)
• Kids under 6: free, but each child still needs a ticket

Get tickets at asianlanternfestivallv.com. Vendors keep 100% of their sales, and net proceeds support ACDC’s community programs.

Good to Know

Per the festival FAQ, outside food and drinks (sealed water excepted), alcohol, weapons, coolers, tents, bikes, scooters, skateboards and pets (service animals excepted) are not allowed. Parking details are still to be announced.

Read more: Asian Lantern Festival 2026: tickets, vendors and what to know · Announced in the October 5, 2026 Philippine Times of Southern Nevada, page F-1.