Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month

Summary

Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) Heritage Month is recognized annually in May by the City of Fairfax through a mayoral proclamation. On May 13, 2025, the Mayor presented a proclamation acknowledging May as AAPI Heritage Month to the Asian Festival on Main committee. The same recognition was repeated on May 12, 2026, when the Mayor again presented a proclamation to the Asian Festival on Main Committee acknowledging May as AAPI Heritage Month in the City of Fairfax. The 2026 meeting was notably well-attended, with a full chamber present. The Asian Festival on Main has been running for at least six years as of 2026, reflecting an established community tradition tied to this annual recognition.