Plano AsiaFest

08/23/2026

Plano AsiaFest and the Celebrating Asian American Heritage Foundation are heartbroken to learn that former CAAHF board member Sally Magnuson passed away August 21, 2026.

Sally represented Place 4 in the Plano City Council (City of Plano, Texas Government) for three terms. She was the City Council's liaison to the Cultural Affairs Commission, which was responsible for CAAHF's City of Plano grant funding at the time.

Following her retirement from the Plano City Council in 2009, Sally was invited to serve as a Board Member of CAAHF, a position she served in until this year. She supported Plano AsiaFest for many years and remained a member of CAAHF until her passing. In particular, Sally's good relationship with Plano Fire-Rescue enabled the Fire Department's participation and display of firetrucks at several AsiaFests. She also provided invaluable advice to the Board over the intervening years.

Sally was a fervent ally of the Asian American community in Plano and the DFW area. Her support was critical in establishing and growing Plano AsiaFest from its earliest years. Those who knew her remember her for her enthusiasm and kindness. She will be dearly missed.

Sally's visitation and funeral mass are later this week. In lieu of flowers, please donate to CASA of Collin County.

Sally Magnuson, 1942 – 2026. A three-term Plano City Council Member and longtime CAAHF board member whose support was critical to establishing and growing Plano AsiaFest.

07/27/2026

🇵🇭✨ Rhythm, agility, and tradition come together in Tinikling, one of the Philippines’ most recognizable folk dances. As bamboo poles clap in time with music, dancers move between them with remarkable speed, precision, and grace, transforming every step into a joyful celebration of Filipino artistry, community, and cultural pride. ❤️

07/12/2026

The sound of summer in Japan has a heartbeat. 🥁 During the summer festival season, communities gather for colorful matsuri and Bon celebrations filled with lanterns, dance, food, and music, where taiko helps set the rhythm. Powerful, physical, and deeply communal, Japanese taiko drumming transforms every beat into a shared experience, carrying festival traditions forward from one generation to the next. 🇯🇵🏮✨

06/30/2026

06/26/2026

✨ Lights, color, music, movement! Bollywood has become one of the world’s most recognizable forms of cinematic spectacle. Through expressive dance, vivid costuming, and unforgettable musical sequences, Indian cinema shares stories of romance, celebration, family, and tradition with audiences across generations.

While Bollywood is only one part of the larger South Asian film landscape, its influence has helped bring Indian storytelling, fashion, music, and dance to global audiences in a joyful and unmistakable way. ❤️🌏

06/19/2026

🐉🚣 Drums thunder, paddles fly, and dragons race across the water. The Duānwǔ jié (端午节), also referred to as the Dragon Boat Festival, is celebrated on the fifth day of the fifth lunar month, which falls on today, June 19, on the solar calendar. This tradition has been observed for over two thousand years, to honor the poet Qu Yuan and the timeless values of loyalty, courage, and community. Teams paddle in perfect rhythm, moving as one toward the finish line. ❤️🌏

06/19/2026

06/19/2026

Thank you to all of our sponsors, performers, volunteers, vendors, community partners, and organizers—including the amazing youth team at —for helping make this year's Plano AsiaFest such a tremendous success! ❤️

Together, you helped bring our community together to celebrate the rich cultures, traditions, and stories that make our region so vibrant. From the performances and cultural activities to the countless hours of planning, coordination, and volunteer service behind the scenes, this event would not have been possible without your support.

We are grateful to everyone who contributed their time, talent, and dedication to creating an unforgettable day of culture, connection, and community.

Thank you for celebrating with us, and we look forward to seeing you again at the next Plano AsiaFest! 🎉

📹 Video by .dcphoto

06/17/2026

✨ Elegant, graceful, and rich with meaning, the áo dài is one of Vietnam’s most recognizable cultural garments. Worn for celebrations, weddings, school ceremonies, festivals, and special occasions, its flowing silhouette reflects both beauty and tradition.

From delicate embroidery to bold ceremonial colors, the áo dài continues to carry Vietnamese heritage forward across generations as a symbol of pride, identity, and timeless cultural expression. ❤️🌏

06/14/2026

🧋✨ Sweet, playful, and full of personality, boba and milk teas have become a beloved part of Asian café culture around the world. Originating in Taiwan, boba tea grew from a refreshing local drink into a global favorite, bringing together chewy tapioca pearls, creamy milk teas, fruit flavors, and endless creativity in every cup.

From classic black milk tea to colorful fruit teas and modern dessert-inspired blends, boba reminds us that culture can be shared not only through performances and traditions, but also through the everyday treats that bring people together. ❤️🌏