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Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month is celebrated nationwide in the month of May. Please see below for information about this year's celebration.
Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Celebration 2025
Monday, May 19, 2025
Jacksonville Downtown Main Library
303 North Laura Street, Jacksonville, FL 32202

Join us for amazing food, entertainment, and networking!
Food: Authentic Asian and American cuisine for your enjoyment
Cultural Performances: Enjoy cultural performances by local Asian talent.
Networking: Network with local businesses & community leaders
Sponsor the Event
40 countries represent the Asian American and Pacific Islanders (AAPI) community and did you know over 35,000 Asians live right here in Duval County. Annually, the President of the United States issues a proclamation declaring the month of May Asian American and Pacific Islanders Heritage Month. We invite you to take part in this celebration by sponsoring and showcasing your business to Jacksonville’s diverse community.
Deadline for submission of sponsorship form is April 15, 2025.
Download Event Sponsorship Form.
For sponsorship questions, please contact maaab@coj.net or Susan Davis at (904) 255-3321
Register to Attend
Registration form coming soon.
Date & Time: Monday, May 19, 2025, 5:30 p.m.
Venue: Main Library, Downtown Jacksonville
Event Ticket: $40.00 per person
Entertainment: Florida Cultural performances by various Asian countries
Award Nominations
Help us to honor Asian American and Pacific Islander Citizens who have made valuable contributions to our city and nation by nominating an individual or business for a community or Public Service, Business or Professional Award. These awards will be presented at the May 19, 2025 event.
Deadline for submission of award nomination form is April 14, 2025.
Download Award Nomination Form.
Submit completed award nomination forms by email to contactmaaab@coj.net or by mail to:
Social Services Division
ATTN: Mayor's Asian American Advisory Board
1809 Art Museum Drive, Suite 100
Jacksonville, FL 32207
If you have any questions, please contactmaaab@coj.net.