EVENTS & CALENDAR

Korean Placemakers
Sep
17

Korean Placemakers

Learn about the work and stories of Bay Area Koreans involved in placemaking. Restaurant owners (Ina Jungin Lee of Matko & Korner Store, Esther Kim of Buoy), interior designer of SOHN (Cathie Hong), developer (Charles Shin of Treasure Island Development Group), and architects (EB Min of Min Design & Christina Cho Yoo of Atelier Cho Thompson).

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Stop AAPI Hate Korean Volunteer Training
Sep
23

Stop AAPI Hate Korean Volunteer Training

Stop AAPI Hate is seeking multi-lingual volunteers for their phonebank campaign. If you only speak English, that’s okay! Just join us for any of our regularly scheduled AAPI House Calls phonebanks. Training for Korean-speaking volunteers will be held 09/23 from 4-6 PM.

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2026 KACF-SF Hangawi Jubilee
Sep
26

2026 KACF-SF Hangawi Jubilee

Our beloved annual tradition is evolving, and we are thrilled to announce that ChuseokFest is leveling up to become Hangawi Jubilee! Join the KACF-SF Associate Board at SOHN in San Francisco for a night of great food, community, games, and giving back. Enjoy traditional Korean beverages like soju and makgeolli, plus a menu that features both traditional and modern takes on Korean food prepared by Chef Deuki Hong and other Bay Area chefs, including fried chicken, rice cakes, galbi sliders, and gochujang caramel cookies. Bid on incredible items at our silent auction and spend the evening meeting and connecting with others in the Bay Area Korean American community.

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Asian Art Museum Chuseok Celebration
Sep
27

Asian Art Museum Chuseok Celebration

Celebrate the Korean festival of Chuseok with food tastings, dance performances, and family storytelling of Korean folktales.

Join us for a fun-filled Chuseok Celebration featuring a full day of hands-on activities, traditional performances, and opportunities to explore Korean culture. 

  • Traditional Korean Dance & Music: Experience the beauty and energy of traditional Korean performances throughout the day. 

  • Traditional Folk Games: Drop in and learn how to make and play traditional Korean folk games—perfect for guests of all ages! 

  • Chuseok & Korean Food: Discover the foods and culinary traditions connected to Chuseok and learn more about how food brings families and communities together during this special holiday. 

Whether you’re coming to make something, watch a performance, try a traditional game, or learn something new, there will be plenty of ways to celebrate and experience the spirit of Chuseok! 

Chuseok, or “autumn eve,” is the annual Korean three-day festival celebrating the end of summer and the autumn harvest. Chuseok is celebrated on the 15th day of the eighth month on the lunar calendar. Traditional elements of Chuseok include paying respect to familial ancestors by visiting their graves (seongmyo), tidying the gravesites (beolcho), and bringing families together to prepare and present food and offerings to ancestors (charye). 

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GYOPO's 2026 Annual Chuseok Benefit (LA)
Sep
27

GYOPO's 2026 Annual Chuseok Benefit (LA)

We are proud to announce that GYOPO's 2026 Annual Chuseok Benefit, presented by CJ, will be held on Sunday, September 27, 2026. Our Chuseok fundraiser is a memorable occasion to gather and celebrate the interconnectedness and generosity of our multifaceted community. It's a unique opportunity to create new traditions around the Korean holiday together, grounded in a spirit of collaboration and care. All funds raised support our mission to build collective power in a thriving, connected creative community of diasporic Korean cultural producers.

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2026 KACF National Giving Summit
Oct
3

2026 KACF National Giving Summit

Convening community-minded Korean Americans from across the country—including philanthropists, community leaders, social impact innovators, and emerging changemakers—the Giving Summit™ is a space to learn from one another, build meaningful connections, and imagine what's possible when our communities are united by a shared purpose. 

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NAMIWalks Silicon Valley
Oct
3

NAMIWalks Silicon Valley

How does NAMI, with its invaluable services, life-changing programs and comprehensive education and guidance, do it? Look no further than the mirror. Won't you join the joy for this year's most important mental health fundraising event?

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2026 Korean Community Night w/ Korean Center Inc.
Oct
8

2026 Korean Community Night w/ Korean Center Inc.

Korean Community Night is an annual gathering designed to bring together Korean American leaders, civic partners, and community members across San Francisco. This year, we are especially proud to feature a special SFPD Recognition Ceremony, celebrating and honoring the Korean American SFPD officers and leaders who dedicatedly protect and serve our city every day.

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Asian Health Services 52nd Annual Benefit Gala
Oct
10

Asian Health Services 52nd Annual Benefit Gala

There’s still time to be in the room for one of our most meaningful nights of the year. Join us at our 52nd Annual Benefit Gala as we honor Alysa Liu, Shannon Lee, and Hudson Yang and raise critical support to keep care moving forward for the most vulnerable families across our community.

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KoreanAmericanStory 16th Annual Gala (NY)
Oct
16

KoreanAmericanStory 16th Annual Gala (NY)

Korean American Story was created in 2010 to capture, create, preserve, and share stories of the Korean American experience. We believe storytelling can uplift our community and bring us together. By sharing personal stories and family histories, we can connect hearts and minds through our shared humanity.

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AAPI All-Star Golf Tournament
Oct
19

AAPI All-Star Golf Tournament

The AAPI All-Star Golf Tournament is a one-day, invite-only experience. In addition to the golf tournament featuring PGA pros and talent, activities will include a putting contest, unique activations and an evening cocktail reception with views of the Pacific Coast.

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2026 Asian Art Museum Gala
Oct
29

2026 Asian Art Museum Gala

The Asian Art Museum’s annual fundraising gala is a chic social affair, benefitting the museum’s educational and artistic initiatives. From cocktails and dinner to a lively after party, this elegant evening is infused with art-forward experiences, exquisite cuisine, and captivating entertainment.

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KACF Women's Luncheon (NY)
Nov
13

KACF Women's Luncheon (NY)

Mark your calendars for the largest annual gathering of Korean American women in the United States at our fourth annual Women’s Luncheon in New York City. Join us to celebrate the leadership, philanthropy, and the extraordinary impact of Korean American women across generations.

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KACF-SF Premium Whiskey Tasting & Dinner
Feb
27

KACF-SF Premium Whiskey Tasting & Dinner

SOLD OUT! Join us for an exclusive evening of fine whiskey, delectable dinner, and great company. Savor a handpicked selection of world-class whiskies, each chosen for its distinctive character and flavor profile. Whether you're a seasoned aficionado or just beginning your whiskey journey, you'll enjoy expert tasting notes, delicious food, and lively conversation. We encourage guests to use a ride-share or have a designated driver. 

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2027 KACF-SF Hana Gala
May
1

2027 KACF-SF Hana Gala

THE HANA GALA is the flagship annual event of the Korean American Community Foundation of San Francisco (KACF-SF). As the largest gathering of its kind on the West Coast, the Gala brings together community leaders, philanthropists, and visionaries to honor our collective achievements and raise vital funds for our community’s most pressing needs.

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First 5 California Kit for New Parents from KASEC
Sep
15

First 5 California Kit for New Parents from KASEC

KASEC에서 First 5 California가 제공하는 새로운 부모님을 위한 무료 육아 키트(Kit for New Parents)를 배부합니다!

키트에는 영유아 자녀를 키우는 가정에 도움이 되는 부모 가이드, 어린이 도서, 아동 건강 및 육아 정보 등 다양한 자료한국어로 제공됩니다.

 9월 15일(화)
 오전 10시 – 오후 3시
 KASEC OC Center
10741 Walker Street #400, Cypress, CA 90630

사전 등록은 필수이며, 선착순 100가정에 한해 가정당 1개의 키트가 제공됩니다.

신청서: https://forms.gle/1uAyWQmosZC1qWXo7

 추가 증정!
당일 키트를 수령하시는 분께는 정관장 홍삼 석류 제품도 무료로 드립니다.
준비된 수량 소진 시 증정이 종료됩니다.

첨부된 안내문의 QR 코드를 스캔하여 사전 등록해 주세요. 주변에 영유아 자녀를 둔 가정에도 이번 무료 배부 소식을 많이 공유해 주시면 감사하겠습니다!

문의: outreach@kasecca.org | (562) 926-2040
 

KASEC is excited to offer FREE Kits for New Parents, provided by First 5 California!

Each kit includes helpful resources for families with young children, including a Parent Guide, children’s book, child health and parenting information, and other useful family resources in Korean.

 Tuesday, September 15
 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
 KASEC OC Center
10741 Walker Street #400, Cypress, CA 90630

Advance registration is required. Kits are limited to the first 100 registered families, one kit per family.

Registration form: https://forms.gle/1uAyWQmosZC1qWXo7

 BONUS GIFT!
Families who pick up their kit will also receive a free Jung Kwan Jang Red Ginseng Pomegranate product, while supplies last.

Please scan the QR code on the attached flyer to register. Feel free to share this opportunity with families who may benefit!

For questions, please contact outreach@kasecca.org or (562) 926-2040.

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Monday Mukja @ Jilli SF
Sep
14

Monday Mukja @ Jilli SF

​Join us for an all-you-can-eat Korean buffet at our next Monday Mukja! Learn a few Korean language phrases and connect with community members in celebration of the 50th Anniversary of the San Francisco-Seoul Sister City relationship!

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KACF-SF Flower Arrangement Lesson & Afternoon Tea
Sep
13

KACF-SF Flower Arrangement Lesson & Afternoon Tea

SOLD OUT! Experience an afternoon of beauty and creativity at an exclusive flower arranging party set within beautiful Atherton grounds. Guests will be guided through the art of floral design, learning how to craft their own breathtaking arrangements using seasonal blooms and curated materials.

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Know Your Rights w/ APILO
Sep
13

Know Your Rights w/ APILO

Youth Summit at the Shoong Family Chinese Cultural Center, Oakland Chinatown. Isabel Shen, 2026-27 California Youth Poet Laureate 🎤, plus a Know Your Rights workshop on what to do when ICE shows up, led by YAC members with an APILO immigration attorney in the room.

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Opening of "FLESH WITNESS" Exhibit w/ GYOPO (LA)
Sep
12

Opening of "FLESH WITNESS" Exhibit w/ GYOPO (LA)

The exhibition takes its title from participating artist Kyuri Jeon’s video work, 산증인, 活證人, The Flesh-Witness, which revisits American archival documentation of Korean War prisoners who were forcibly tattooed with anti-communist slogans. Expanding on Jeon’s exploration of the body as a living record of imperial/state violence, the artists in Flesh Witness recover and reinterpret these inscriptions of power embedded in official state footage, newspaper archives, photographs, naming conventions, plants, and coastlines.

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KACF LA Gala (LA)
Sep
12

KACF LA Gala (LA)

  • Intercontinental Los Angeles Downtown (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Join us for our first-ever gala in Los Angeles, bringing together community leaders and philanthropists across generations to celebrate and deepen our collective impact.

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SV Korean American Junior Volunteer League Student Award Ceremony w/ KASCL
Sep
12

SV Korean American Junior Volunteer League Student Award Ceremony w/ KASCL

This ceremony will celebrate our junior volunteers’ dedication, accomplishments, and continued commitment to serving the community. Students, their families, senior community members, organizational partners, volunteers, and local civic leaders will be invited to join us for this meaningful occasion.

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2026 K-Night w/ the Bay Area K-Group
Sep
12

2026 K-Night w/ the Bay Area K-Group

오는 9월, SF Bay Area에서 활동하는 한인 테크 전문가들이 한자리에 모이는 K-Night 2026이 개최됩니다. 올해로 14회를 맞이하는 K-Night은 매년 다양한 분야의 전문가들이 모여 경험을 나누고, 새로운 연결과 기회를 만들어 온 Bay Area K-Group의 대표 행사입니다. 매년 400여 명이 함께하는 K-Night. 올해는 어떤 새로운 만남과 이야기, 그리고 영감이 펼쳐질지 기대가 됩니다.

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SŌHN x Lizzie Oh: Coffee Clay: Exploring Biomaterials Through Material Experimentation
Aug
23

SŌHN x Lizzie Oh: Coffee Clay: Exploring Biomaterials Through Material Experimentation

In this hands-on workshop, participants will explore the creative potential using SŌHN's spent coffee grounds as a versatile biomaterial. Through a series of material studies, they’ll discover how combining spent coffee grounds with different natural binders transforms their texture, flexibility, strength, and workability, revealing how small changes in composition can create materials with entirely different characteristics.

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Twilight Trails w/ NAMI-SCC
Aug
22

Twilight Trails w/ NAMI-SCC

  • Rancho Canada del Oro Open Space Preserve (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Get ready for an unforgettable evening at "Twilight Trails with NAMI-SCC," a vibrant community celebration in partnership with Bay Area Ridge Trail. Bring your friends and family for an action-packed evening featuring a refreshing 4-mile hike, engaging wellness activities, and delicious food for all ages.

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Grand Opening of "ARE YOU KOREAN? Art and Identity Across the Korean Diaspora and Beyond"
Aug
22

Grand Opening of "ARE YOU KOREAN? Art and Identity Across the Korean Diaspora and Beyond"

The ground floor art exhibition presents work by Kris Jeyeun Chang, Michelle Favin, Michael Kang, Helen Kim, Joanne Lee, Sungjae Lee, Marco Minetti and Jun Yang. The second floor cultural market (시장), brings together vendors and exciting cultural offerings (ceramics, prints, tattoo, listening, bojagi) throughout the day. Engage with Korean tastes through a designed ‘grazing tablescape’ that includes homemade ssamjang dip and locally-sourced vegetable bounty.

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"Between You and Me" General Availability (SFMOMA)
Aug
11

"Between You and Me" General Availability (SFMOMA)

  • San Francisco Museum of Modern Art (SFMOMA) (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

RM x SFMOMA: Between You and Me brings together modern and contemporary Korean artworks — many of which have never been exhibited in the US — in conversation with artworks from around the world. Artists on view include Kim Whanki, Yun Hyong-keun, Mark Rothko, Yves Klein, and many more. Tickets for RM x SFMOMA: Between You and Me will become available to the public on Tuesday, August 11, at 10 a.m. All visitors must book a timed ticket in advance for entry.

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AACI Back To School Health Fair
Aug
8

AACI Back To School Health Fair

Join AACI for a fun, family-friendly community event with essential health and wellness resources for children and families. Plus, free giveaways to get ready for back-to-school season! This incredible event is designed to support marginalized K-12 students and their families. This event is FREE and OPEN TO THE PUBLIC.

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Insun Park & The Generals w/ SJ Jazz Summer Fest
Aug
7

Insun Park & The Generals w/ SJ Jazz Summer Fest

Insun Park & Generals deliver a groundbreaking fusion of rock, Korean traditional music and mask dance rhythms. A master of the Gangnyeong Mask Dance, designated as National Intangible Cultural Heritage No. 34, Park is one of the few female masters of a tradition historically dominated by men.

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Webinar Series for the Korean American Sandwich Generation: Caregiving 101
Aug
6

Webinar Series for the Korean American Sandwich Generation: Caregiving 101

Join the K-Coalition for an insightful webinar tailored for the Korean American "sandwich generation" balancing the care of young children and aging parents while navigating cultural, language, and financial barriers. Led by two clinicians from the MARU Center, this session will focus on caregiver burnout, the importance of respite care, and giving yourself permission to rest. Attendees will gain practical resources and guidance to help manage their caregiving journey.

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CulturAsia at the Los Altos Arts & Wine Festival (Day 2 of 2)
Jul
12

CulturAsia at the Los Altos Arts & Wine Festival (Day 2 of 2)

One of the most popular street festivals in the Bay Area returns to Downtown Los Altos for the 47th edition of the Los Altos Arts & Wine Festival, July 11-12, 2026. Showcasing the distinctive works of artists and craftspeople from around the United States, the Festival also features select vintages from local wineries as well as a wide variety of foods including Thai, Chinese, Mexican, and All-American favorites.

The Los Altos Arts & Wine Festival is a great event for the whole family with all-day free concerts on two stages and entertainment for families all weekend in the Kidzone.

And make sure to check out the new CulturAsia area, a special place to check out thew cultural influences in our community.

So, grab you friends and family and head to Downtown Los Altos.

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