2026 PERFORMERS

Delco Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Month Celebration


Saturday, May 16, 2026

11 am to 2 pm

Naylors Run Park, Upper Darby


Cheng's Martial Arts School

Cheng's Martial Arts School is a family owned and operated studio located in Upper Darby, Delaware County. We welcome all students, regardless of experience and ability. Our school works with the community to provide opportunities beyond the martial arts for all of our students. We have patient instructors who love to work with children but are also very clear about limits. We enforce good rules of behavior in class and we expect the same good behavior at home and in school. Our belt system works as in indicator of the student's knowledge, skill, and attitude. Students will not receive a belt simply because they show up to class and are well behaved, they must earn their rank.

Group of martial arts students and instructors in black uniforms with colored belts posing indoors

An Nam Steps, Vietnamese Dance Group

An Nam Steps is a Vietnamese dance group blending tradition with contemporary movement through Modern Ethnic Fusion. Featuring Nu Duong and Thanh Doan, alongside choreographer Kun Ta, the group brings cultural storytelling to life. Their piece “Ái Nộ” (Love and Fury)—produced by Vietnamese artist Masew—fuses the haunting Hmong flute with modern trap beats, exploring emotion through contrast. They have performed at the International Spring Festival, Peace Island Institute of Pennsylvania’s Annual Cultural Celebration, and Jaisohn Center International Day celebrations.

Jaisohn Youth Drum Group

Jaisohn Youth Drum Group is one of the youth programs at the Philip Jaisohn Memorial Foundation, a health and human services organization serving the Asian American community in the region. This group was created in 2019 to provide opportunities for Korean American youth to learn about their culture and become cultural ambassadors to help them develop a strong sense of their dual identity. The Jaisohn Youth Drum Group has over 20 junior and senior high members, and they have had 40+ performances at the International Spring Festival, Philadelphia City Hall, Philadelphia Art Museum, University of Pennsylvania, LaSalle University Basketball game, etc.

 


Outdoor folk dance performance in red-and-white costumes with raised arms in a grassy park area

Solo Singing of Mongolian Songs

The Solo Song is "Moni Mountain" by Mr. Xue, the President of the Philadelphia Chinese Performing Arts Troupe. The song builds a theme of guarding and praising the homeland by depicting natural landscapes such as rolling mountain ranges and the Wuritu River in Mongolia.

Children's Group Dance "Gaiwan Tea"

Children's Group Dance "Gaiwan Tea" is a Chinese classical dance inspired by the quiet beauty of sharing tea. Through soft, flowing movements, the dancers portray young girls enjoying the aroma of tea and the warmth of being together. The piece reflects elegance, tradition, and the gentle joy found in simple moments.

FKS Saebit Dance Troupe

FKS Saebit Dance Troupe is a performing arts ensemble dedicated to the presentation of traditional Korean dance and music. Through its performances, the troupe promotes and shares Korean cultural heritage while contributing to the global advancement of K-culture. 

KCM (Korean Cultural Ministry)

KCM (Korean Cultural Ministry), affiliated with Yuong Sang Presbyterian Church, is a performing arts group that serves the community through traditional Korean dance while promoting and sharing Korean culture.

Aloha Style Polynesian Dance

Aloha Style Polynesian Dance strives to share our passion and knowledge of Hawaiian and Tahitian culture and contribute to the preservation and perpetuation of traditional Hawaiian hula and ‘ori Tahiti. Our goal is to create a friendly and respectful environment to learn each dance, the meaning behind the motions, and to show the beauty of the two cultures' dances to our community.

Philthy Raas

Philthy Raas is a nationally competing, high-energy garba/raas dance team based in the heart of Philadelphia, proudly representing students from Temple University, Drexel University, and Thomas Jefferson University. Known for their strong performances, creativity, and team chemistry, they’ve built a reputation for bringing energy both on and off the stage. Whether they’re grinding through late night practices, traveling every weekend for competitions, or making spontaneous Taco Bell runs after practice, Philthy Raas is all about passion, dedication, and representing Philly with pride.