About this Event
Day 01: Amplifying Small Businesses - Classic Pop Up Market (11am - 6pm, possibly extending to 7pm). We plan to showcase 15-20 vendors with various creative and culturally inspired products.
Day 02: Fundraiser Supporting Local Nonprofits - Activities & Workshops Fundraiser (11am - 4pm). On this day, we are inviting a smaller number of brands to host special craft or interactive activities and help fundraise for the ACF Social Impact Hackathon.
Welcome to the AAPI Creatives & Social Impact Market curated by ACE Pop Up during Asian Creative Festival 2026!
Join us in person at Pier 57 for a weekend filled with creativity, culture, and community.
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Vendor Sneak Peek
Art & Illustration
Miiasoey: Whimsical, nostalgic artwork inspired by Hong Kong culture, expressed through colorful illustrations, prints, and lifestyle goods
Panda Cub Stories: A web comic series exploring Chinese culture, Sichuan cuisine, and ADHD through illustrated storytelling, recipe cards, and art prints
ZoTo&Co: A playful, sister-run brand creating handmade art, stationery, and décor inspired by food, plants, and Chinese-American culture
Radhia Rahman: A queer Bengali-American illustrator creating cute, culture-rich artwork across prints, zines, and handmade goods
SungMunHei: A New York–based illustrator and storyteller centering queer and AAPI narratives through comics, prints, and design
Biology Friends Club: A creative studio blending science and imagination through playful, research-inspired art and design
Mai Art: Independent comic artist and illustrator creating original visual storytelling
Made By Oph: A Brooklyn-based artist exploring Chinese-American heritage through linocut, painting, and illustration
ORCA Illustrations: Retro-inspired, colorful artwork ranging from prints and comics to small sculptures
Datum J Design: A culture-rooted creative studio blending modern design with East Asian visual storytelling
Vyolet Jin: Award-winning illustrator creating vibrant, emotionally expressive prints, zines, and stationery
Moobear: A mixed-media illustrator using tactile techniques like embroidery and printmaking to tell cultural and personal stories
Art.ley: Whimsical sticker and print designs inspired by impressionism and childhood nostalgia
Curious Dream Studio: A storytelling-driven art studio creating botanical jewelry and handcrafted works rooted in identity and memory
Fashion, Apparel & Jewelry
DAWANG: A New York-based streetwear brand founded in 2018, blending Eastern and Western influences to reimagine modern Chinese aesthetics through accessible, elevated design
HeartFelt Layers: Handcrafted wool berets and accessories inspired by fine art, created using traditional felting techniques as wearable masterpieces
Lufe Tote: Artist-designed tote bags centered around love, storytelling, and everyday life—crafted to reflect identity and movement
WE ARE CHIMMI: A cultural brand celebrating the immigrant experience through bold apparel and accessories, supporting community causes
Bessie Nails: A BIPOC woman-owned press-on nail brand creating editorial, fashion-forward nail designs
Oxalis Bliss: Hand-painted, reusable press-on nails blending artistry with everyday wear
SelfLoom: A modern jewelry brand crafting minimal, storytelling-driven pieces using sterling silver and gold vermeil
Mona Jewelry: Nature-inspired, handcrafted jewelry blending Eastern aesthetics with poetic storytelling
Ever November: Playful jade jewelry reimagining tradition with color, charm, and everyday wearability
Yzone Studio: Ceramic jewelry rooted in traditional Chinese culture and personal expression
BUHAYIN: A Filipino-American jewelry brand transforming pre-loved materials into unique, expressive accessories
moonkat studio: Handmade jewelry inspired by organic forms and Chinese-American heritage, crafted through lost wax casting
Divinity NYC: One-of-one fashion pieces including hand-painted and cropped jackets, bold statement designs, and wearable art
Design, Decor, Wellness, and More
TEN TEN NYC: A nonprofit cultural hub supporting emerging artists and fostering dialogue around identity, mental health, and community
You Love Poon: Custom decorative magnets made on the spot for gifts and personal expression
Tinted Heritage: A South Asian–inspired home and gifting brand creating meaningful, design-forward lifestyle goods
Jmecreates: A Brooklyn-based ceramicist producing small-batch, handmade pieces with a personal touch
Kasama: A tropical lifestyle brand inspired by the Philippines, offering vibrant home and fashion accessories
SouveDeer 丹鹿: A Taiwanese-inspired creative studio crafting candles and goods that evoke the “scents of home”
Ombrato: A curated collection of Japanese artisan goods blending tradition with modern living
AAPI Girls Collective: A community platform connecting AAPI individuals through events, culture, and small business support
Of Tea: A premium loose-leaf tea brand bridging traditional Chinese tea culture with modern lifestyle rituals
Mofa Cafe: A Taiwanese-inspired herbal wellness brand offering functional teas and nourishing blends
We will also be raising awareness of local Nonprofits. Please check out latest details on our Instagram @acepopup !
ACE (AAPI Creatives & Entrepreneurs) is a collective connecting independent creatives and consumers with an emphasis on supporting emerging AAPI creatives and small businesses. We will be featuring over 30 unique vendors and artists, a digital photo booth, and sounds by . We hope you can shop, dine, & celebrate with us!
We aim to spread joy and inspiration by highlighting the diversity of our community, cultures, and changemakers - creating a physical space for everyone to experience authentic stories about the AAPI identity. We are part of the , a special weekend program of AAPI organizations, speakers, talent, and community.
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
Pier 57, 25 11th Avenue, New York, United States
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