The 4th Knox Asian Festival Brings Dragon Dance, Professional Drum Group, Matsuriza and More to Knoxville

KNOXVILLE, Tenn. – Experience the vibrant culture, delectable foods and talents as the 4^th annual Knox Asian Festival takes place 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Aug. 27 at Market Square.

The parade kicks off festivities at 11 a.m.

From there, the day is filled with talent. Japanese Professional Drum Group "Matsuriza" from Disney World performs for audiences as well as the Chinese traditional professional musicians featuring 21 string harps, lion and dragon dances, traditional dances from the Philippines, Indian dances, martial arts demonstrations, Vietnam dances and much more.

Explore the continent with your taste buds as food vendors from Vietam, Philippines, China, Japan, Laos, Malaysia, Burma, Korea, Indonesia, India and Thailand serve up delicious, authentic cuisine.

For a schedule and more information, visit www.knoxasianfestival.com.

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