Asian & Pacific American Heritage Month
Asian and Pacific American Heritage Month is an annual celebration in the United States that honors the rich histories, cultures, contributions, and resilience of Asian Americans, Native Hawaiians, and Pacific Islanders.
While Asian and Pacific American Heritage Month is nationally observed in May, many institutions — like Baylor University — choose to hold their campus celebrations earlier, typically in April. This scheduling allows more students to participate in the events, since a larger portion of the student body is on campus and able to join in the festivities before the academic year winds down.
This intentional choice reflects a desire to maximize community engagement, celebrate multicultural identities while students are present, and ensure that programs designed to educate and bring people together are accessible to a broader audience. Hosting events in April also provides space for collaboration among student organizations, faculty, and staff, which enriches the overall experience and impact of the month’s programming.
2026 Calendar of Events
| 3/27 | Harumatsuri (Japanese Spring Festival) : 5pm - 9pm - Fountain Mall |
| 3/31 | Dumplings of East Asia: 4pm-5pm - Draper 152 Dumpling tasting! Meet Chinese, Japanese, and Korean professors, along with a student panel on food, family, and traditions. CAE Credit available! |
| 4/8 | Asian and Pacific American Heritage Luncheon: 12pm Join Baylor’s Department of Multicultural Affairs for the annual Asian and Pacific American Heritage Celebration Luncheon, featuring Jaja Chen, alumna of the Diana R. Garland School of Social Work at Baylor University and is the co-owner of Cha Community. Note: Registration for this event is now closed. |
| 4/10 | Lu'au: 6:30pm-9pm - Fountain Mall Hawai'i Club's annual cultural celebration featuring Hawaiian performances, food, and activities. |
| 4/11 | Women's Makers Market: 11am - 3pm - Hosted by Cha Community + Designs with Jamie Marketplace event featuring local women-owned businesses and artists. Enjoy BOGO 50% off boba, giveaways, a free photobooth, and more! |
| 4/21 | Celebrity Chef Eunji Lee at Penland Dining Hall Dinnertime! |
| 4/24 | AsianFest: 6pm-8:30pm - Waco Hall Hosted by the Coalition of Asian Students (CAS), this night brings together cultures, stories, and performances that celebrate what connects us. |
| 4/29 | What's Poppin' AAPI Edition: 3pm - 4pm - Sub Cub A casual study-break event celebrating AAPI culture with snacks, games, and conversation. |