Quincy August Moon Festival (Event Over)

20th Annual Quincy August Moon Festival:

New Location in Downtown Quincy!

An estimated 10,000 will attend the celebration

The 20th Quincy August Moon Festival will take place Sunday, August 19 on Hancock Street in Quincy Center. Festival attractions include: a sampling of traditional moon cakes; food vendors; exhibitors representing various countries; cultural performances on the main stage; activities for children; and entertainment for elders.

WHAT:             August Moon is the second biggest holiday in China and is also celebrated in other Asian countries such as Vietnam, Korea, Malaysia, and Singapore. The celebration of this event in Quincy will help the community learn about Asian cultures and will give many countries (Asian and non-Asian) a chance to share their culture with the community.

WHO:               The festival is a free event and all are welcome to attend.

WHEN:            Sunday, August 19 from 11 AM to 5 PM

WHERE:          Downtown Quincy, from approximately 1400 to 1600 Hancock Street.

The festival is a short walk from the Quincy Center MBTA station (on the Red line) and is close to free public parking and parking garages.

Quincy Asian Resources, Inc. is a not-for-profit organization dedicated to promoting the development of the Asian-American community to benefit the entire community.   We have staff and volunteers fluent in English, Cantonese, Mandarin, and Toisanese.   For more information about QARI’s programs and projects, please contact QARI at 617-472-2200 or visit www.qari.info.