# Event Details - **Event Name**: AAC 10th Anniversary Gala - **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 17 Oct, 2026 at 06:00 pm – Sat, 17 Oct, 2026 at 09:30 pm (-07:00) - **Event Description**: The Asian American Center at Fuller invites you to celebrate 10 years of forming Asian American Christian leaders for faithful ministry.About this EventForward Together: A Decade of Cultivating Leaders for a Flourishing Asian American ChurchSaturday, October 17, 20266:00 p.m. cocktails7:00 p.m. dinner & programFountain Ballroom, The Westin Pasadena—191 N Los Robles Ave, Pasadena, CA 91101For the past decade, the Asian American Center at Fuller Seminary (AAC) has equipped and supported Asian American Christians for faithful and effective ministry. What began as a research initiative has grown into a vibrant center of leadership development, scholarship, and spiritual formation for hundreds of clergy, therapists, ministry leaders, and seminary students. https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events9/banners/45030db0-98fa-11f1-9a40-7b90de720125-rimg-w529-h740-dc082838-gmir.jpg Join fellow community leaders, alumni, and partners for an evening of celebration, gratitude, and vision-casting for the next decade. We'll honor AAC alumni whose faithful service is shaping communities across the country, present the inaugural AAC Catalyst Awards, and hear from keynote speaker Gene Luen Yang—National Book Award finalist, Printz and Eisner Award-winning graphic novelist, MacArthur "Genius" Fellow, and former National Ambassador for Young People's Literature, whose graphic novel American Born Chinese was adapted into an acclaimed Disney+ series. https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events3/banners/4534a500-98fa-11f1-9a40-7b90de720125-rimg-w617-h740-dc082838-gmir.jpg TicketsGeneral Admission: $125 per person Includes dinner, program, and a commemorative gift.AAC Patron: $1,500 per table (seats 10)Premium reserved table for 10 guestsName and logo recognition on the event screen and in the printed programSocial media acknowledgmentSpecial patron acknowledgment during the programYour support helps sustain the AAC's mission to form and empower leaders for the flourishing of the Asian American church.For inquiries, email aac@fuller.edu.Agenda🕑: 06:00 PMPre-Gala Cocktail/ReceptionInfo: Join us for a pre-gala cocktail reception featuring drinks and hors d'oeuvres, along with a special mini exhibit commemorating 10 years of the Asian American Center's impact and achievements. Guests are invited to capture the evening at our photo booth and connect with Asian American leaders, AAC alumni, and fellow supporters as we gather in celebration before the gala.🕑: 07:00 PM - 09:30 PMGala Dinner & ProgramInfo: Share a meal with the Asian American Center community as we celebrate 10 years of impact, honor AAC alumni whose faithful service is shaping communities across the country, present the inaugural AAC Catalyst Awards, and hear a keynote address from acclaimed author and graphic novelist Gene Luen Yang. Together, we'll reflect on all that has been accomplished and look ahead to the next chapter of building a stronger, more connected community.Untitled agenda🕑: 06:00 PM - 07:00 PMPre-Gala CocktailInfo: Join us for a pre-gala cocktail reception featuring drinks and hors d'oeuvres, along with a special mini exhibit commemorating 10 years of the Asian American Center's impact and achievements. Guests are invited to capture the evening at our photo booth and connect with Asian American leaders, AAC alumni, and fellow supporters as we gather in celebration before the gala. - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/pasadena/aac-10th-anniversary-gala/100001993930459680 - **Event Categories**: fitness, Art, literary-art - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 - **Event Highlights**: - door_time: 2026-10-18T00:40:00Z - Duration: 3 hours 30 minutes - Location: The Westin Pasadena - Languages: English ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 90.24, max: 132.24, currency: USD ## Event venue details - **city**: Pasadena - **state**: CA - **country**: United States - **location**: The Westin Pasadena - **lat**: 34.1491274 - **long**: -118.1420021 - **full address**: The Westin Pasadena, 191 North Los Robles Avenue, Pasadena, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: AAC 10th Anniversary Gala - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events8/banners/b71e826e59d4b6583920f5547c2594fa9857674ce1bb5b500c12d50fe4933639-rimg-w1200-h600-dc052a30-gmir.jpg?v=1784069343 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is AAC 10th Anniversary Gala being held? - **A:** AAC 10th Anniversary Gala takes place on Sat, 17 Oct, 2026 at 06:00 pm to Sat, 17 Oct, 2026 at 09:30 pm at The Westin Pasadena, 191 North Los Robles Avenue, Pasadena, United States. - **Q**: Who is organizing AAC 10th Anniversary Gala? - **A:** AAC 10th Anniversary Gala is organized by Asian American Center. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** AAC 10th Anniversary Gala is ideal for party-goers, social butterflies, and anyone looking for a great night out with music, drinks, and good vibes. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Pasadena, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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