SACAF has an impressive track record of bringing U.S. and Chinese cultural interests together for large scale events.
Past Events:
New York, March 10–11, 2026 — During the 70th session of the United Nations Commission on the Status of Women (CSW70), the China Women's Development Foundation (CWDF), in collaboration with the United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) and Tencent SSV Inclusive Health Lab, successfully held the "Digital...> > Read more....
New York, October 13, 2025 – The 2025 “Mid-Autumn Day in Poetry” Celebration was held at the United Nations Headquarters in New York on October 13. The event was organized by the China National Tourist Office New York and co-organized by the Sino-American Culture and Arts Foundation.> > Read more....
As the New Year was ushered before millions at Times Square, New York and globally, also taking center stage was The Chinese “Spring Festival,” which is now on the UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity List.> > Read more....
The Sino-American Culture and Arts Foundation (SACAF) celebrated 2024 AAPI Heritage Month with a vibrant Asian Cultural Festival at Flushing Town Hall, featuring a 10-day exhibition of UNESCO heritage sites, multicultural performances, cultural activity booths, and Asian cuisine.> > Read more....
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SACAF, in partnership with New York State OGS and SAFA, hosted Albany’s inaugural month-long AAPI Heritage Celebration featuring a photo exhibition of iconic Asian UNESCO sites, along with a symposium and AAPI-themed farmers market.> > Read more....
SACAF, with support from NY State OGS and SAFA, launched Albany’s month-long AAPI Heritage Celebration with its first Asian Cultural Festival at Empire State Plaza, featuring performances, family activities, giveaways, and a photo exhibition of iconic Asian UNESCO sites, offering the community a vibrant showcase of Asian culture.> > Read more....
On December 17 (U.S. EST), the Henan Provincial Department of Culture and Tourism and the U.S.–China Friendship Association hosted a Tai Chi promotion event in Times Square to mark the first anniversary of Tai Chi’s inclusion on the UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage list.> > Read more....
On April 16, the “TCM COVID-19 Expert Dialogue — Greater New York Session” was successfully held with support from the Chinese Consulate General. The event was hosted by the World Federation of Chinese Medicine Societies and co-organized by the Sino-American Friendship Association Medical Cooperation Committee, the New York State Licensed Acupuncturists Association, and other partners.> > Read more...
On October 20, 2019, the “2019 U.S.–China Youth Basketball Friendship Games,” organized by the Sino-American Culture & Arts Foundation, concluded in Chongqing. The U.S. team, Chaminade High School from Los Angeles, is recognized as one of the top high school basketball programs in the state.
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