Opening Event
Asia North 2026
Friday, May 1, 5-9 pm
SNF Parkway Theatre and Currency Studio

Celebrate the kick-off of Asia North 2026. Meet guest curator Dylan Kaleikaumaka Hill and the artists featured in Shoes at the Door. Spend the evening getting energized through the sounds of Korean samulnori and Japanese taiko drums, being entranced by the exquisite art of Odissi dance, grooving to synth pop, and chilling out to indie-pop. Featuring performances from Han Pan Samulnori, Arpita Rakshit Sabud, Hello Fans, Plant Dad, and B’more Taiko. Savor dishes provided by the Baltimore Xiamen Sister City Committee. B’more Taiko performance sponsored by the Baltimore Kawasaki Sister City Committee. Performances curated and hosted by Kandi Wong.