Photos: Fourth annual Asian Night Market is held in downtown Eugene, celebrating cultural diversity

The Asian American Council of Oregon produced the fourth annual Asian Night Market at Eugene’s Farmers Market Pavillion and Plaza in recognition of Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month and to “Celebrate the cultural diversity and influence of night markets throughout Asia.”
Alexander Hernandez
May 29, 2025
A child pets the 'lion' during a performance by Phi Long Lion Dance group at the fourth Annual Asian Night Market on May 23, 2025. The lion dance is a form of traditional dance believed to bring good luck, and is typically performed at significant religious, cultural or traditional events. (Alex Hernandez/Emerald)
A child pets the ‘lion’ during a performance by Phi Long Lion Dance group at the fourth Annual Asian Night Market on May 23, 2025. The lion dance is a form of traditional dance believed to bring good luck, and is typically performed at significant religious, cultural or traditional events. (Alex Hernandez/Emerald)
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A child pets the 'lion' during a performance by Phi Long Lion Dance group at the fourth Annual Asian Night Market on May 23, 2025. The lion dance is a form of traditional dance believed to bring good luck, and is typically performed at significant religious, cultural or traditional events. (Alex Hernandez/Emerald)
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