Friends of AFM

Asian Festival on Main (AFM) has always been about community. As a nonprofit event, we are committed to keeping the festival free and accessible for everyone. Friends of AFM is a simple way to support the festival and help us continue to grow.

Become a Friend of AFM with a $50 contribution.

With a $50 donation, you are directly supporting the experience, the programming, and the future of AFM. Your support helps bring culture, food, and community together for thousands of people in Fairfax.

Friend of AFM Benefits

As a thank you, you will enjoy a more comfortable way to experience the festival. As a Friend of AFM, you will receive:

1) AFM Reserved Community Dining Tent Access during the Festival

  • Access for you and up to 3 guests (4 total)

  • Shaded dining and cooling area

  • Complimentary bottled water and hand sanitizer

  • Convenient access to restrooms

2) AFM Branded Tote Bag

A limited-edition, curated tote filled with items from local partners, including:

  • “I Support Asian Festival on Main 2026” sticker

  • Exclusive discounts and samples from Fairfax City businesses

  • Token for a free slice from Old Dominion Pizza

3) Bonus Giveaways

Select tote bags will include Fairfax City Flex Cards, randomly inserted:

  • $100 Flex Card (1)

  • $50 Flex Card (4)

  • $25 Flex Card (8)

**Tote bags and Friends of AFM benefits will be distributed on-site during the festival on May 17; please check in at the AFM Reserved Community Dining Tent to receive your items and wristband.

Your Support Makes This Possible

Every contribution helps us bring AFM to life in a meaningful way. Donations directly support:

  • Cultural programming - Supporting live performances, cultural showcases, and interactive experiences that highlight the diversity of Asian cultures

  • Community activities - Expanding areas like Otaku Garden, family-friendly programming, and hands-on cultural learning experiences

  • Festival operations and logistics - Staging, sound, tents, sanitation, and infrastructure needed to safely host thousands of attendees

  • Accessibility and guest experience - Keeping the festival free to attend while improving comfort, flow, and overall experience for everyone

Join Friends of AFM today and be part of what makes this festival possible now!

Every $50 donation includes one Friends of AFM benefit set. Donations in multiples of $50 will receive corresponding benefit sets. Only 200 Friends of AFM tote bags are available and will be distributed to the first 200 eligible donors.

3% Cover the Fee