Dallas, September 24, 2025
News Summary
Panda Fest is making its debut in Dallas, featuring a vibrant three-day celebration of Asian food, crafts, and culture at Carpenter Park. Attendees can look forward to over 150 dishes from Asian food vendors, artisan crafts, live performances, and the highlight attraction—a giant 15-foot inflatable panda. General admission starts at $14 with VIP options available, making it an accessible event for families and community members. This festival promises to be a fun and inclusive experience, celebrating the diversity of Asian American and Pacific Islander cultures.
Dallas — Panda Fest is debuting in Dallas for the first time, running three days from November 7 to November 9, 2025 at Carpenter Park, 2201 Pacific Ave, downtown Dallas. The festival will feature Asian food, crafts, live performances and panda-themed attractions, with a giant 15-foot inflatable panda among the highlights. Tickets are on sale and general admission starts at $14, with VIP options available.
Key details
Panda Fest is an acclaimed Asian food and culture festival debuting in Dallas for the first time. The event will take place over three days, from November 7 to November 9, 2025, at Carpenter Park, 2201 Pacific Ave, downtown Dallas. Tickets for the festival are currently available for purchase at pandafests.com. General admission tickets start at $14, which includes two free gifts: a custom Dallas panda pin and a panda headband. Children under 6 can attend for free. VIP tickets are priced starting at $35 and include additional benefits such as a customized bag, exclusive bathroom access, and a fast pass for entrance.
Food, vendors and activities
Festival-goers in Dallas can expect over 150 dishes from more than 60 Asian food vendors, showcasing dumplings, sushi, street foods, and desserts. Dallas will feature over 15 artisan vendors offering handmade crafts, accessories, and specialty goods. Live performances will include lion dances, K-pop, traditional music, Thai dance, and interactive arts like calligraphy and sugar painting. The festival includes panda-themed games, treats, and merchandise, adding a fun and inclusive touch to the event.
Family and accessibility
The event is family-friendly, allowing strollers and well-behaved pets following specific guidelines. Children under 6 can attend for free. VIP tickets and general admission options are offered to accommodate different visitor preferences and budgets.
Tour schedule and background
Panda Fest is a spinoff of New York’s Dragon Fest, created by BiuBiu Xu, and is one of the fastest-growing cultural festivals in the U.S. The festival has previously sold out in major cities such as Atlanta, Boston, Seattle, and Philadelphia. After Dallas, the festival will continue its tour with an event in Austin from November 14-16, taking place at Republic Square, 422 Guadalupe St.
Economic and cultural goals
The festival aims to showcase the rich diversity of Asian American and Pacific Islander cultures. The festival aims to support local businesses and community groups while enhancing tourism and hospitality in both Dallas and Austin. Panda Fest aims to attract both local residents and regional visitors, boosting hotel bookings and retail in the area while increasing awareness of Asian and Pacific Islander contributions to Texas culture.
Additional logistics
A highlight of the festival is a giant 15-foot inflatable panda. Festival creator BiuBiu Xu expressed excitement about bringing Panda Fest to Dallas and characterized the event as energetic and fun. Festival-goers should plan for crowd management measures used at similar large events; VIP ticket holders will receive expedited entrance via a fast pass. The festival experience will include food, crafts, performances, and panda-themed attractions across the three-day schedule.
FAQ
When and where will Panda Fest take place in Dallas?
The festival will take place over three days, from November 7 to November 9, 2025, at Carpenter Park, 2201 Pacific Ave, downtown Dallas.
What is Panda Fest in Dallas?
Panda Fest is an acclaimed Asian food and culture festival debuting in Dallas for the first time.
Where can I buy tickets and what do they include?
Tickets for the festival are currently available for purchase at pandafests.com. General admission tickets start at $14, which includes two free gifts: a custom Dallas panda pin and a panda headband. Children under 6 can attend for free. VIP tickets are priced starting at $35 and include additional benefits such as a customized bag, exclusive bathroom access, and a fast pass for entrance.
What food and vendor options will be available in Dallas and Austin?
Festival-goers in Dallas can expect over 150 dishes from more than 60 Asian food vendors, showcasing a variety of dishes such as dumplings, sushi, street foods, and desserts. Austin attendees can enjoy over 100 dishes from 40+ food vendors. Dallas will feature over 15 artisan vendors while Austin will host around 10 crafts stalls offering handmade crafts, accessories, and specialty goods.
What performances and attractions are planned?
Live performances will include lion dances, K-pop, traditional music, Thai dance, and interactive arts like calligraphy and sugar painting. The festival includes panda-themed games, treats, and merchandise, adding a fun and inclusive touch to the event. A highlight of the festival is a giant 15-foot inflatable panda.
Who created Panda Fest and what is its history?
The festival is a spinoff of New York’s Dragon Fest, created by BiuBiu Xu, and is one of the fastest-growing cultural festivals in the U.S. Panda Fest has previously sold out in major cities such as Atlanta, Boston, Seattle, and Philadelphia.
What are the festival’s goals for the community and economy?
The festival aims to showcase the rich diversity of Asian American and Pacific Islander cultures. The festival aims to support local businesses and community groups while enhancing tourism and hospitality in both Dallas and Austin. Panda Fest aims to attract both local residents and regional visitors, boosting hotel bookings and retail in the area while increasing awareness of Asian and Pacific Islander contributions to Texas culture.
Where does the tour go after Dallas?
After Dallas, the festival will continue its tour with an event in Austin from November 14-16, taking place at Republic Square, 422 Guadalupe St.
Is the event family-friendly?
The event is family-friendly, allowing strollers and well-behaved pets following specific guidelines.
| Feature | Dallas | Austin |
|---|---|---|
| Event dates | November 7 to November 9, 2025 | November 14-16, 2025 |
| Location | Carpenter Park, 2201 Pacific Ave, downtown Dallas | Republic Square, 422 Guadalupe St |
| Food offerings | Over 150 dishes from more than 60 Asian food vendors | Over 100 dishes from 40+ food vendors |
| Artisan / crafts vendors | Over 15 artisan vendors | Around 10 crafts stalls |
| Signature attraction | A giant 15-foot inflatable panda, plus panda-themed games, treats, and merchandise | |
| Ticket starting prices | General admission $14; VIP starting at $35 | General admission $14; VIP starting at $35 |
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