Panda Fest: know before you go this weekend

Deeandra Michel,

Panda Fest is making its highly anticipated debut in Charlotte this weekend, Sept. 12-14! As one of the largest outdoor Asian food festivals in the U.S., this multi-day celebration will bring together incredible food, cultural performances, and interactive experiences—all with a fun panda-themed twist.

It’s last call, Panda Fest is almost sold out!

Know Before You Go:
Thank you for your support + coverage! Find everything you need to know in the press release below for yourself or for your readers. Guests can expect 70+ food vendors serving delicious + authentic cuisine from various AAPI cultures, a vibrant market fair, live performances, and lots of family fun.

THE EXPERIENCE:

Admission to Panda Fest will give attendees access to a number of foods, sights, and activities, including:

  • Over 300+ types of delicious cuisine from panda-shaped treats to popular street foods and traditional dishes. Options for vegetarians, vegans, and those with dietary restrictions will be available.
  • Panda Fest’s food vendors include eateries from across the country specializing in Vietnamese noodles and egg rolls, Korean corn dogs, Japanese American Teppanyaki, Filipino barbecue, Malaysian cuisine, Thai food, sushi, hibachi, and desserts like mango sticky rice, rolled ice cream, and Chinese pastries, among many other dishes.
  • A market fair with over 20 vendors selling crafts, clothing, accessories, and other merchandise inspired by Asian culture, including traditional calligraphy art, artisanal t-shirts, panda-themed trinkets, and more.
  • Panda-themed items and fun on full display, including a massive 15-foot inflatable panda, a panda bounce ring, and vendors offering panda-themed treats and trinkets.
  • Live cultural performances and craft demonstrations, with highlights like lion dance shows, theatrical acts, K-pop dance routines, sugar painting, paper cutting, and more.

TICKETS:

General Admission and VIP tickets are available here. All Saturday tickets will be $2 more. Only General Admission tickets will also be available at the gate for $20 each day. General Admission includes entry to the festival and two complimentary gifts: a customized Charlotte festival pin and an inflatable panda headband. VIP tickets include upgraded perks such as shaded seating, VIP restrooms, exclusive experiences, a private bar, and a Panda Fest tote bag. It is preferred that all attendees arrive during their specific time slot, however, if emergencies occur, Panda Fest will try to accommodate. Tickets cannot be changed to another date. No refunds will be permitted. Panda Fest encourages purchasing tickets in advance online, only from the Eventbrite link and avoiding third-party sellers.