Dream Asia Festival — Asian Food & Culture

Dream Asia Festival opens Friday, May 22, at the Gwinnett County Fairgrounds in Lawrenceville for a four-day Memorial Day weekend event built around Asian food, live performances and family attractions. The festival runs through Monday, May 25, according to the event’s official page and listings from Explore Gwinnett and FOX 5 Atlanta. Organizers say the event will bring together food vendors, merch sellers, stage shows and interactive attractions at the fairgrounds on Sugarloaf Parkway. The official site describes it as a celebration of Asian culture, cuisine, creativity and community. ### When and where is the festival happening? May 22 through May 25 are the listed dates for Dream Asia Festival in Lawrenceville. The official event page says the festival is being held at the Gwinnett County Fairgrounds, 2405 Sugarloaf Parkway, Lawrenceville, Georgia. Explore Gwinnett lists the same venue and dates for the event over Memorial Day weekend. Friday’s schedule begins with a VIP-exclusive hour from 4 p.m. to 5 p.m., followed by a general admission session from 5 p.m. to 10 p.m., according to Explore Gwinnett. (dreamasiafest.com) Saturday, Sunday and Monday each start with a VIP hour from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m., then three general admission sessions running 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., 2:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m., and 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. ### What will people find once they get inside? Organizers say the festival includes more than 80 Asian food vendors serving street food, snacks, desserts and regional specialties from across Asia. The official site also lists more than 30 merch and anime vendors selling collectibles, art prints, fashion and other goods. Live entertainment is a central part of the lineup. (exploregwinnett.org) The event page names K-STAR Circus: A Kung-Fu Journey, DJ sets, live music, cultural performances, K-pop dance parties and cosplay contests among the scheduled attractions. Interactive activities listed by organizers include a Squid Game Challenge and a JDM car expo or car show. ### How much do tickets cost? General admission starts at $12 plus fees and tax under the early-bird pricing listed on the festival website. (dreamasiafest.com) The official page says that price is available until 11:59 p.m. the day before each event day, while supplies last. Same-day general admission is listed at $20 plus tax, available online and at the door starting at 12 a.m. on each event day. VIP tickets are listed at $39 plus fees and tax. Organizers say the VIP option includes early access during the first hour each day, exclusive VIP merchandise, a VIP area by the stage, express check-in and re-entry privileges. The general admission ticket is listed as single-entry, with no re-entry after exit. ### Is it set up for families? Kids 10 and under get in free, according to the official event page and Explore Gwinnett’s listing. (dreamasiafest.com) Organizers also advertise a kids activity zone, bounce houses, outdoor attractions and a petting zoo as part of the family programming. FOX 5 Atlanta included Dream Asia Festival in its May 22-24 roundup of Memorial Day weekend events across metro Atlanta and North Georgia. (dreamasiafest.com) The station’s event guide also noted expected stormy weather across the region and told readers to check for cancellations before attending weekend events. ### Where can people check details before going? (dreamasiafest.com) The official Dream Asia Festival site carries the event map, ticketing options and activity list for the Georgia dates. Explore Gwinnett’s event page posts the daily session schedule, ticket breakdown and a summary of food, shopping and entertainment offerings. FOX 5 Atlanta’s weekend guide also points readers to the event as part of its Memorial Day roundup. (fox5atlanta.com) Monday, May 25, is the final day listed for the Lawrenceville stop. The posted schedule shows the last general admission session ending at 10 p.m., with same-day tickets available online and at the gate if they remain available. (exploregwinnett.org) (dreamasiafest.com)