Join us for an unforgettable screening of Sharing Aloha, the acclaimed documentary by award-winning director Blair Treu, at HAAPIFest 2025.

These films, directed by a diverse group of emerging talents, reveal what it means to grow up too soon—and how young voices find their truth.

This year’s Pride Showcase at HAAPIFEST 2025 features eight bold and beautiful short films that center the lives, struggles, and resilience of LGBTQ+ Asian and Pacific Islander communities.

From intimate portraits to visionary storytelling, these films illuminate what it means to be a woman navigating layered identities in a shifting world.

Through deeply personal and creatively told narratives, the Grief, Loss, Healing shorts block explores how we process pain, honor the past, and find strength in unexpected places.

Step into the heart of America’s Chinatowns through four vibrant short documentaries that explore identity, resilience, and the evolving stories of Chinese communities.

Explore the world through six powerful documentary shorts that span continents, cultures, and identities in Worldwide Docs.

HAAPIFEST 2025 proudly presents Centerpiece Shorts Part 1 — a curated selection of impactful short films by emerging and established Asian American Pacific Islander filmmakers.

BOAT PEOPLE: A 50-Year Journey is a powerful 60-minute Vietnamese-language documentary that captures the harrowing and heroic journeys of Vietnamese refugees who fled their homeland following the Vietnam War.

You are cordially invited to a Houston screening of The Wedding Banquet, hosted by Bleecker Street, Tremendous Communications and HAAPIFest.

The countdown to HAAPIFEST 2025 has begun, and you don’t want to miss this! Experience exclusive film premieres, meet award-winning AAPI filmmakers, enjoy cultural performances, and be part of a vibrant creative community—all in the heart of Houston.

Due to unforeseen circumstances, our Closing Day celebration has been moved indoors. Join us on June 9 from 12pm to 5pm at the DoubleTree by Hilton (10609 Westpark Dr, Houston, TX 77042) for an unforgettable afternoon!

On June 9, 2024, HAAPIFEST is set to captivate audiences with a special screening of the enchanting sci-fi adventure film MAIKA. The event, which will take place at DoubleTree by Hilton, 10609 Westpark Dr, Houston, TX 77042, starts at 12 PM and promises an unforgettable experience for attendees. Following the screening, there will be an exclusive Q&A session with the film’s producer, Jenni Trang Le.

Engage with Emmy-award winning filmmaker Tadashi Nakamura and Daytime Emmy nominated filmmaker Quyen Nguyen-Le as they delve into the making of this remarkable documentary.

HAAPIFEST is thrilled to announce the screening of the captivating documentary ASHIMA on June 9, 2024, at DoubleTree by Hilton, 10609 Westpark Dr, Houston, TX 77042. The event will run from 12 PM to 3 PM, following by a Meet & Greet with the Director Kenji Tsukamoto.

HAAPIFEST is thrilled to announce a special screening of the highly anticipated film HOME COURT, followed by an exclusive Q&A session with its producer, Brandon Soun. This exciting event will take place on June 8, 2024, at 1:30 PM at the DoubleTree by Hilton, located at 10609 Westpark Drive, Houston, TX 77042.

HAAPIFEST is thrilled to announce a special screening of Ron Wong's impactful film "The Race Epidemic," followed by an insightful Q&A session with Ron Wong and Curtis Chin. This event will take place on Saturday, June 8, 2024, from 6:30 PM to 9:30 PM at the DoubleTree by Hilton in Houston, Texas.

Mark your calendars for a memorable evening on Saturday, June 8, 2024, as HAAPIFEST hosts a captivating event featuring an intimate book talk with Curtis Chin, author of the acclaimed memoir "Everything I Learned, I Learned in a Chinese Restaurant," followed by screenings of his impactful films "Dear Corky" and "Vincent Who?". The event will take place at the DoubleTree by Hilton, located at 10609 Westpark Dr, Houston, TX 77042, from 3:30 PM to 9:30 PM.

We are thrilled to present the screening of UNCONDITIONAL, a powerful film directed and produced by award-winning filmmaker Richard Lui. Honored at the White House, this film follows three families over seven years, showcasing their mental strength and love. Plus, don't miss the special book talk "Enough About Me" with Richard Lui himself!

The highly anticipated Houston Asian American Pacific Islander Film Festival (HAAPIFEST) is back, promising a vibrant celebration of Asian American storytelling. To kick off the excitement, HAAPIFEST's director, Tengah Nguyen, recently appeared on Houston Community College's TV to discuss the event and its special highlights.