Street vendors push brightly-painted carts that tinkle with the sounds of trinkets, jewelry and crafts. Live music from dozens of performance groups whirrs in the background as passersby sway to the tunes. Dozens of crimson tent tops dot the street’s perimeters wafting with the smells of incense, soaps and fresh-grilled street meats. Shimmering bulbs that crisscross overhead illuminate the night sky for the up to 20,000 people and 200+ vendors who are walking, talking, laughing, shopping, mingling and, most importantly, eating.
This is the scene of a traditional Asian night market. But you’re not in Taiwan, Malaysia, Thailand or the Philippines.
You’re in Cleveland’s AsiaTown.
When the sun sets on select Fridays this summer, head to historic Rockwell Avenue and join the festivities as Old Chinatown morphs into a bustling Asian-fusion street market.
Dates/Times
- Friday, June 21: 5 pm - 11 pm
- Friday, July 26: 5 pm - 11 pm
- Friday, August 30: 5 pm - 11 pm
- Friday, September 27: 5 pm - 11 pm