Global Food and Culture (formerly dim sum social club)

Let's go folks! We can figure out carpooling as the event gets closer.

Join the Sons and Daughters of Italy Annapolis Lodge for a free, family-friendly Spring Italian Festival! Admission is free, with delicious food and drinks available for purchase.

🍝 Come Hungry! Enjoy homemade Italian favorites, from our famous meatball and Italian sausage subs to pasta, calamari, and Italian specialty drinks. Craving something sweet? Our lodge bakers will have a tempting selection of Italian cookies, cakes, cannoli, and more! (Must be 21 to purchase alcohol.)

🎶 Live Music & Entertainment – The Monaldi Brothers will keep the energy high with classic Italian tunes all day long.

🍋 Hands-On Fun – Watch Italian artisans demonstrate how to make limoncello and cheese, or enter the Sausage Eating Contest!

🎈Browse local artisan vendors for unique finds. Great shopping experience, keeping it local! Pick up some Mother's Day specialties!

From their Facebook page:

Get ready for a feast and unique finds! Join us at NVA Thai Street Food Market for a day filled with delicious eats, fresh produce, and beautiful handmade souvenirs from local artisans.

Date: 05/11/2025
Location: 7200 Columbia Pike, Annandale, VA
Time: 10 am - 6 pm

Indulge in a variety of street food, homemade treats, and fresh ingredients while exploring handcrafted souvenirs, gifts, and artisan crafts. It’s the perfect place to enjoy great food, shop for unique items, and support local vendors!

Bring your friends and family for a fun day of flavors, creativity, and community vibes!

Come hungry and leave with something special! See you there!
For more questions, contact NVAThaicenter@gmail.com

Let's goooooo! I'm not sure exactly where we'll meet -- we can coordinate on the day of the festival.

Here's a description of the festival from their website:

Asian Festival on Main is a one-day, outdoor, family event on Main Street located in Historic Old Town Fairfax City. Our message is about creating togetherness, love, and the celebration of diversity.

Our 5th annual celebration expects to welcome:

55+ food vendors

50+ non-food vendors and exhibitions

Numerous performances and showcases

Cosplay Contest , karaoke, & beer garden

https://www.asianfestivalonmain.com/

Let's check this out! As always we can coordinate meeting that afternoon. Details below

World Heritage Festival @ Veterans Plaza

Date: Jun 1 • 1:00 pm

Location: 1 Veterans Plaza, Silver Spring, MD 20910

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/world-heritage-festival-veterans-plaza-tickets-1242939488469?aff=ebdsshother&utm_share_source=listing_android