626 Night Market gets one final hurrah for the 2015 season with old favorites and new omnomnoms and purchases just waiting to be Instagrammed. The last of this year’s triannual three-day flagship events at the famous Santa Anita Park will take place during Labor Day Weekend Sept. 4-6 with extended hours on Sunday, running 4 p.m. – 1 a.m. Friday, Saturday and Sunday. Based off the famed night bazaars of Asia, 626 Night Market is the original and largest night market in the United States. Admission is only $3 (children 6 and under get in free), and parking is free. 626 Night Market features over 200 food, merchandise, crafts, art, music, games, and entertainment attractions. Visitors can view the complete vendor directory at 626nightmarket.com. In the spirit of the year’s theme “Welcome to your night market” to showcase local talent and encourage community participation, the following are special events and highlights happening at 626 Night Market this September
Fresh Off The Boat Panel: Saturday, September 5th at 8 p.m. “Life’s heavy, son.” Meet the three most adorable cast members of ABC’s “Fresh Off The Boat” TV series: Hudson Yang, Forrest Wheeler, and Ian Chen. They will play a few games and have a panel onstage to answer questions about the show, what superpower they would want, and of course, life. After the panel, attendees will be able to take photos with the actors at the meet and greet from 9:00–9:30 p.m.
Olivia Thai: Sunday, September 6th at 8 p.m. on Main Stage. Olivia Thai is a powerhouse name in the Asian American new media scene for music and comedy. Her YouTube videos have amassed over 21 million total views on her channel and led to appearances in magazines, newspapers, television, and film. She will bring her thought-provoking music and quirky sense of humor to the stage and meet fans at the meet and greet following her set.
Bboy Battle: 7-To-Smoke Sunday, September 6th at 10 p.m. on Main Stage. Eight breakers go in; only one will take home the top prize. Bboying, or breakdancing, is a style of dance that evolved from the streets and is a popular form of expression in the local San Gabriel Valley scene, and 626 Night Market attendees will have the chance to see it on the Main Stage. The guest judges will look for originality, execution, and precision to the music to award the winner a $150 cash prize.
View the full entertainment lineups & attractions at 626 Night Market: ● Performer Lineup www.626nightmarket.com/performers ● Art Walk Lineup www.626nightmarket.com/artists ● DJ Lineup www.626nightmarket.com/djs
Event sponsors include Toyota, Kirin Beer, Pala Casino, AT&T, LA Weekly (media partner), and Yelp (official checkin app). Santa Anita Park is located at 285 W. Huntington Drive, Arcadia, CA 91007. About 626 Night Market 626 Night Market produces the flagship event bearing its name in Arcadia, OC Night Market in Costa Mesa, and DTLA Night Market in Downtown Los Angeles. Since its start in 2012, 626 Night Market has seen continuous growth annually in the number and diversity of vendors and attractions. It aims to unite and empower the community by serving as a platform for showcasing local entrepreneurs, businesses, artists, and talents. Please visit www.626nightmarket.com for complete event information. Follow @626NightMarket and use #626NightMarket on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram for event updates.