Panda Fest Boston

Panda Fest, one of the nation’s fastest-growing outdoor Asian food and culture festivals, is thrilled to announce its return to Boston for its second year, taking place from May 15 to May 17, 2026, at Ohiri Field at Harvard University.

Following a successful debut that sold out two months before the event, the festival is returning bigger and better with a larger venue, expanded vendor offerings, and immersive cultural experiences celebrating the diversity of Asian cuisine, art, and culture.

More than just a food festival, Panda Fest is a large-scale cultural celebration that brings together Asian street food, traditional and contemporary performances, hands-on cultural activities, artisan markets, and playful panda-themed attractions, which have become fan favorites. For its 2026 Boston return, the festival introduces upgraded logistics and expanded offerings shaped directly by guest feedback.

Attendees can embark on a culinary journey across Asia with 80+ food vendors serving 200+ dishes representing cuisines from China, Japan, Korea, Thailand, Vietnam, and beyond. From authentic street food staples to inventive fusion bites, Panda Fest offers something for every palate.

Beyond food, the festival features a curated marketplace of 20+ vendors showcasing crafts, apparel, accessories, and artisanal goods inspired by Asian heritage. Cultural programming spans traditional art demonstrations, contemporary dance, theatrical showcases, and nonstop live entertainment. While the final lineup will be announced closer to the event, previous editions of Panda Fest have included lion dances, sugar painting, paper cutting, and calligraphy, and K-pop dance performances.

Pandas remain at the heart of the experience, with playful, Instagram-worthy attractions, including a 15- foot inflatable panda, a panda bounce ring, themed treats, exclusive merchandise/souvenirs, interactive games, and photo moments throughout the festival grounds.

Ohiri Field
Harvard University
95 N Harvard Street
Boston, MA