Phoenix, AZ – Get ready for a lively celebration of Filipino culture in Mesa! The Filipino Night Market is arriving at AZ International Marketplace on Saturday, September 13th, 2025, from 4:00 PM to 9:00 PM. This free community event promises to be a feast for all your senses, bringing together the best of Filipino cuisine, art, and culture in one gathering.
Event Overview & Cultural Significance
- Experience the vibrance and energy of the Filipino Night Market. Source: allevents.in
The Filipino Night Market represents a special edition of the popular night market series, exclusively featuring local Filipino food vendors in a celebration of cultural heritage. This free-to-attend festival creates a space where community members can experience the rich diversity of Filipino cuisine, from classic street foods to modern interpretations of traditional dishes. Taking place at the AZ International Marketplace (1920 W Broadway Rd, Mesa, AZ 85202), this event offers both newcomers and those familiar with Filipino culture a chance to explore the flavors that make this cuisine so cherished.
Beyond just a food festival, the Filipino Night Market serves as a vital platform for small business owners to share their cultural heritage through their culinary creations. Many participating vendors have stories that stretch back generations, with recipes passed down through families and adapted for modern tastes. The event highlights the crucial role food plays in preserving cultural identity and creating connections across communities. By bringing these vendors together, the night market creates economic opportunities while fostering cultural pride and understanding in our increasingly diverse neighborhood.
Vendor Highlights & Visitor Information
Food enthusiasts will be delighted by the impressive lineup of Filipino cuisine specialists. Flippin Rice will be serving their signature Crispy Adobo Fried Rice, while Happy Buns offers sweet treats like Ube butter mochi and traditional Siopao (steamed buns). Scooptopia brings classic Pancit noodle dishes, and Lumpia Queen specializes in the beloved Filipino spring rolls. Other notable vendors include Racks and Balls with Asian BBQ, OMG yogurt serving refreshing halo-halo desserts, Tambayan Filipino Foods with traditional rice cakes, Duplex Boba for unique Filipino-inspired drinks, and Mischief Meals featuring Kare Kare Sisig Rice combinations.
Beyond the food court, visitors can explore a marketplace featuring anime artists and retail vendors like Twisted Bee, Etigre Artist, Jimenez Gifts, P2 Cups, IndigPaperKite, Safety Babes, Crystal Lee Craftworks, and Art by Bag. For the best experience, take advantage of free parking at the venue. While most vendors accept both cash and card payments, bringing cash is recommended. Though this is a free event with no ticket requirement, RSVPing helps organizers provide accurate headcounts to food vendors. For popular items like those from Happy Buns, consider pre-ordering online to guarantee availability, as many vendors sell out quickly. Follow the event on Instagram @filipinonightmarket for updates and special announcements!
Have you attended a Filipino Night Market before? Comment below with your favorite Filipino dishes or what you’re most excited to try at this year’s festival!
