2024 Mekong Night Festival
Saturday, August 17th, 2024
On August 17th, 2024 HALED will host the third annual Mekong Night Festival, a unique music and night market extravaganza in the North West Wisconsin Region that anticipates an even greater turnout. The festival will take place at River Prairie Park in Altoona, WI, offering a picturesque view of the Eau Claire River that runs through the city. This eagerly anticipated event is open to the public and features a captivating night concert that attracted over five thousand individuals from all across the mid-west, the Chippewa Valley and neighboring regions.
The night festival will illuminate the vibrant tapestry of Southeast Asian and other ethnic cultures and entice attendees with an explosive fusion of delectable cuisine, captivating cultural displays, diverse music that resonates through the night, fun-filled family-friendly festive activities and awe-inspiring performances that transport the imagination. Through this immersive experience, we celebrate the rich heritage and artistic expressions that emanate from Southeast Asians and other ethnic communities, creating an unforgettable celebration of creativity and cultural diversity. Attendees will have the opportunity to engage and network with local organizations, businesses, and leaders.
2023 Vendor Highlights
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EGG ROLL EXPRESS
Egg Roll Express, is a Food truck and restaurant providing Eau Claire, Chippewa Falls, and Altoona's best egg rolls. If you are looking for Eggrolls on the go, you can’t miss Egg Roll Express and its delicious menu.
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KAWAII JUNKII
VENLAA is a shop with handmade arts and crafts and home decors that creates to spread love and happiness! KAWAII JUNKII is a super cute and kawaii shop created to bring all the cutest and trendiest plushies, toys, and games to our customers!
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Pressed by VS
Don’t miss out on the incredible Pressed by VS Boutique! They definitely kick up the creativity and convenience of press on nails! Skip the long wait when the designs are already ready to go for you to wear for any occasion in the comfort of your home.
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Cloud 9
Introducing Cloud 9 - your gateway to Mochi Donuts that are as soft as a cloud and as delicious as your sweetest dreams. 🍬 With an array of mouthwatering flavors, these little bundles of joy will have you floating on cloud nine!here
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SSVBAR KAWAII
Get your fair share of Kawaii cuteness overload. SSVBAR provides cute stationary items to make learning/writing fun for all ages. They also provide kawaii water bottles, hair clips, and desktop items to make your workstation more comfortable.
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Jewels & Janny
Jewel's & Janny is your gateway to a world of shimmering natural stones and incredible artistry! ✨ Their collection of crystals, jewelry, and creative wonders is absolutely mesmerizing, and each piece is lovingly curated to showcase the beauty and healing properties of nature.
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PJ Sweets
Get ready to have your taste buds blown away by the deliciousness of PJ's Sweets at the Mekong Night Festival! This small bakery based in the heart of Eau Claire has got the cutest and tastiest treats in town!
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Stick N Go
Stick N Go is dedicated to sharing a fusion of Southeastern Asian food with a twist of Western food incorporated to create a unique and exotic experience for the community.
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Ceev Tseg Press
Hey, art lovers! Get ready to be wowed by the awesome CeevTsegPress at the Mekong Night Festival! 🎉 They're all about that relief printmaking magic, and they're bringing it to life with "live printing"!
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Newch's Eatery
Bring on your taste buds!! Newch’s Eatery strives to bring you freshes Asian Fusion food in the region. Hailing out of central Wisconsin, Newch’s will be bringing their innovative culinary to the Mekong Night Festival!!
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Nkau Moua
Meet Nkau Moua, the culinary virtuoso on a mission to share the perfect blend of sweet, savory, and love with every dish. 🌶️ Their passion for flavor and their deep-rooted love for the community shine through in each masterpiece they create.
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Yang Yum
Yang Yumm, a Mobile Food Trailer sensation, is here to satisfy your cravings with their scrumptious Mochi Cheese Dog (aka Korean Corn Dog), heavenly Mochi Donuts, and refreshing all-natural Refreshers! 🚀
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Mekong Lantern Festival!!
Introducing the HALED Lantern Fundraiser – a magical experience where we light up River Prairie Creek with floating mini lotus lanterns, wishing water lanterns, and creativity through the Portable Lantern DIY Workshop.
Portable Lantern DIY Workshop: Dive into creativity by crafting your own lantern masterpiece.
$25.00 each
Wishing Water Lanterns: Make a wish as you set a lantern afloat, adding your hopes to the evening's glow.
$15.00 each
Floating Lotus Lanterns: Purchase these elegant lanterns and release them onto the water, adding your light to the enchanting creek spectacle.
$9.00 each
All funds raised through the Lantern Fundraiser will directly support HALED's programs, services, and initiatives. Your generosity ensures that HALED can continue its mission to achieve economic wealth and social equity. Additionally, your support helps us keep the Mekong Night Festival accessible to everyone by covering event costs and maintaining its status as a free public event.
Grab your lantern now and be part of the Mekong Night Festival's luminous celebration!
