An Evening of Light

May 6, 2026

Audrey Irmas Pavilion, Los Angeles

AAPIDA’s inaugural gala will be hosted on May 6, 2026, in Koreatown, Los Angeles, kicking off AANHPI Heritage Month. This unforgettable evening will bring together our industry’s most influential talents and premier brand partners to raise awareness of Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander pioneers in design.

Our gala sponsors will connect with AAPIDA members who include designers on the AD100, ELLE Decor A-List, & LUXE Gold List, as well as top decision-makers at major firms, in a setting that fosters true relationship-building. We invite you to help shape this very special evening of community, inspiration, and collaboration, with a sponsorship that thoughtfully integrates your brand.

Stay tuned for more details by following us on Instagram, or subscribing to our email list to receive upcoming AAPIDA Gala updates.

  • You can support our inaugural gala by becoming a sponsor. For more information please contact Noz Nozawa at sponsorship@aapida.com.

  • Can’t join us? Please consider a donation! Every donation to the AAPI Design Alliance helps support our programming across the nation including our mentorship program. Donate now!

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