The Old Town Fairfax Business Association (OTFBA) proudly announces the return of the Fifth Annual Asian Festival on Main, taking place on Sunday, May 18, 2025, from 12:00 PM to 6:00 PM in historic Old Town Fairfax. This free, family-friendly event has grown into the largest Asian cultural celebration in Virginia, drawing tens of thousands of visitors from across the DMV region.
This year’s festival will transform Old Town Fairfax into a vibrant, multi-sensory celebration of Asian heritage, featuring a packed lineup of live entertainment and cultural performances, 60+ Asian food vendors and food trucks, 60+ local and artisanal vendors, kids’ activities, an exciting cosplay contest, a lively karaoke stage, and the fan-favorite Hollywood Casino Beer Garden.
Returning to headline this year’s performances is the Choy Wun Lion Dance Troupe, who will captivate the crowd with their iconic Lion and Dragon Dances, in celebration of the Lunar Year of the Snake.
Hollywood Casino at Charles Town Races returns this year as the event’s Dragon Level Sponsor. Their continued commitment has helped shape AFM into the beloved tradition it is today. In recognition of their ongoing partnership, the festival’s beer garden has been named the “Hollywood Casino Beer Garden.”
ESKM, a Korean-American R&B sensation based in Seoul, will take the stage as a featured performer. Originally from the DC Metro Area and a graduate of Berklee College of Music, ESKM has made a name for himself globally with bilingual tracks that blend emotional storytelling with energetic K-Pop beats. His performance at AFM 2025 promises to be a highlight of the day.
Rising star, Toshi, known for his boundary-breaking creativity and fearless stage presence will also perform at the event. Born in Brooklyn and of Japanese-Chinese heritage, Toshi brings bold artistry and charisma to every performance. He will also serve as a judge for the cosplay contest, further connecting with fans and fellow creatives.
Elaine Espinola will once again serve as event host/emcee. Elaine is a seasoned multimedia broadcast professional, co-host of Great Day Washington on WUSA9, and former Mrs. DC America 2015. She is a passionate advocate for women’s empowerment through entrepreneurship and serves on the Advisory Board of Touching Heart, a nonprofit that teaches children the joy of giving.
Proceeds benefit the Choy Wun Lion Dance Troupe and AALEAD, a non-profit group that supports low-income and underserved Asian American & Pacific Islander youth with educational empowerment, identity development, and leadership opportunities through after school, summer, and mentoring programs.
Location: Old Town Fairfax City, on Main Street (Between Chain Bridge Rd. and University Drive).
*The street will be closed to vehicles during that time.
VISIT the website at www.asianfestivalonmain.com for information.
FAQs:
https://www.asianfestivalonmain.com/faqs
Asian Festival on Main (AFM) is organized by the Old Town Fairfax Business Association (OTFBA), a 501(c)6 organization, in partnership with the City of Fairfax.
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