Bersama in the Bay: AAPI Heritage Fest (San Leandro)
Marina Community Center | 15301 Wicks Boulevard, San Leandro, CA
Event Details
Submitted by the Event Organizer
A ticket includes food, cultural immersions, door gifts, lucky draw, parking and performances.
A Celebration of Culture & Community
In celebration of Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month, this gathering will bring together community members, families, and friends for a vibrant cultural experience featuring a traditional food spread with flavors of Indonesia, Malaysia, and Singapore, traditional performances, and meaningful connections. A photo booth will also be available on the day for you to capture your memories!
Batik Painting with IRidescent Batik Studio
PRESENTED BY IRIDESCENT BATIK STUDIO
Enjoy a live batik painting demonstration led by textile designer and batik artist Voonbin Leow. She’ll showcase traditional batik techniques — including hand-written and hand-drawn batik (batik tulis dan lukis) and the batik stamping (batik cap) method.
Then, join the community batik painting session — play with colors, add your own touch, and help complete our very own “Bersama in the Bay” batik artwork.
Interactive Angklung Experience
PRESENTED BY INDONESIA LIGHTHOUSE
Join Indonesia Lighthouse for a hands-on angklung session where you can learn to play the angklung, a UNESCO-recognized Indonesian bamboo instrument, together with family, friends, and the wider community.
Led by Indonesia Lighthouse’s experienced angklung team, this session invites us to experience how music, teamwork, and community come together through this beloved Indonesian tradition.
Kampong in a Basket
PRESENTED BY KAMPONG COLLECTIVE
Kampong Collective will conduct a lively segment that brings nostalgic Southeast Asian games and objects like chapteh, five stones, and tiffin carriers to life through short, heartfelt stories about childhood, food, and community. You’ll hear relatable memories and even be invited to share your own.
Attendees will be invited to play classic games in a fun, family-friendly atmosphere. It’s a warm, interactive experience that captures the spirit of togetherness across Malaysian, Indonesian, and Singaporean cultures.
A “Surprise” Traditional Showcase
Come dressed in your traditional attire that reflects your heritage—and be part of a special “surprise” showcase. Celebrate and shine in your heritage, and capture the moment at our Baba Nyonya–inspired photo booth. Dressing up isn’t required, but it adds an extra layer of joy and connection to the night.
Tari Serampang Dua Belas
PRESENTED BY ROSIE KASIM
Tari Serampang Dua Belas is a traditional dance from the island of Sumatra, Indonesia. It illustrates the journey of two people from their very first meeting all the way to marriage, carrying special messages about finding a life partner in keeping with the moral and cultural values of the Malay tradition.
The dance is famous for its twelve expressive movements that narrate the stages of a young couple’s romance — from the excitement of a first meeting, through the trials of loyalty and commitment, to the final union symbolized by the tying of a handkerchief. It is a graceful celebration of love, perseverance, and timeless cultural values.
A Taste of the Archipelago
Start your journey with crowd-favorite appetizers!
Savor our signature chicken curry puffs (vegetarian option available), paired with crispy keropok (garlic crackers) served alongside a variety of flavorful mamam sambal assortments.
Indulge in a delightful selection of traditional kueh, including kuih angku, kuih lapis, and kuih kosui—perfect bites to begin the celebration.
Every guest will have the same set meal, included in the ticket price.
Dinner Menu
- Ketupat Sayur
A traditional Southeast Asian breakfast and a festive staple in Indonesia and Malaysia, symbolizing togetherness.Optional topping: Ebi (Toasted Dried Shrimp) - Egg Balado
Hard-boiled eggs coated in bold chili sambal with a savory and slightly spicy flavor. - Beef Rendang
Slow-braised beef cooked in aromatic coconut spices until tender and deeply flavorful.
Vegetarian option available: Tofu Rendang - Ayam Bakar Pukang (Boneless Chicken Thigh)
Indonesian-style grilled boneless chicken thigh marinated in aromatic spices with a touch of coconut milk, delivering a rich and savory flavor. - Fried Tempeh
Crispy fried tempeh marinated in traditional Indonesian spices.
Dessert
- Mama Judy’s Singapore Style Chendol
As a toast to our shared heritage, savor a cup of Mama Judy’s Singapore style Chendol! Icy, creamy and sweet, this beloved dessert will end the evening on a high note!
Disclaimer: Please double check event information with the event organizer as events can be canceled, details can change after they are added to our calendar, and errors do occur.
Cost: $38*
