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DALLAS (KDAF) — Panda Fest, a rapidly growing Asian food and culture festival, is set to make its debut in Dallas from November 7-9, 2025, at Carpenter Park.

The festival promises a weekend of food, performances, and family-friendly activities celebrating Asian American and Pacific Islander cultures.

Founded by BiuBiu Xu, the creator of New York City’s Dragon Fest, Panda Fest has quickly expanded from a one-day pop-up to a multi-city event.

The festival has been a hit in cities like Atlanta, Boston, and Seattle, consistently selling out and gaining a reputation as a must-attend event.

“Dallas has such a vibrant, diverse community, and we are thrilled to bring Panda Fest here for the very first time,” said Xu.

The festival will feature over 60 Asian food vendors offering more than 150 dishes, ranging from authentic street food to creative fusion bites. A cultural marketplace will host over 15 vendors selling artisan crafts, clothing, and Asian heritage goods. Live performances will include traditional music, lion dances, and K-pop showcases, along with arts like calligraphy and sugar painting.

Panda-themed attractions will include a 15-foot inflatable panda, themed games, and Instagram-worthy installations.

The event is family-friendly, with free entry for kids under six and guidelines for pets.

Tickets for Panda Fest go on sale September 17 here.

DATES & TIMES

• Friday, November 7 – 4pm – 10 pm
• Saturday, November 8 – 10pm – 10pm
• Sunday, November 9 – 10pm – 8pm 

LOCATION
Carpenter Park
2201 Pacific Ave, Dallas, TX 75201

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