AAPI Joy: AAPI Voices, Then & Now

AAPI Joy logo and collage of performers

Past Event

Sat, May 16 2026
11:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Central Library

About the Event

Join us to celebrate the diversity of Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander communities in Los Angeles at AAPI Joy, a free festival for all ages. Explore the city’s rich AAPI heritage and join us in forging a shared future of acceptance, cooperation, and inspiration with the greater Los Angeles community.

  • The lei-making event in Thornton Courtyard has been canceled. However, you can join us at Teen'Scape at 3 p.m. to create a lei po'o, or flower crown, using the wili winding method. This program is recommended for teens and adults.

Visit lapl.org/aapi-joy to view the full schedule.

For disability-related accommodations, please call (213) 228-7430 at least five business days prior to the event.

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