AUSTIN
PANDA FEST is one of the biggest outdoor Asian food festivals in the US with experiential activities, tastings, and market fairs that showcases the vibrant food, art and cultural traditions from Asia.
2025 TIME
NOVEMBER 14-16, 2025
LOCATION
Republic Square
422 Guadalupe St, Austin, TX 78701
HOURS
Friday: 4 pm to 10pm
Saturday: 10 am to 10pm
Sunday: 10 am to 8pm
Merchandise
100 + Asian Street Food
10+ Merchandise vendors
General Admission - $14
VIP - $25 (we don’t provide VIP area）
*Saturday tickets will be $2 more.
Tickets are non-refundable
How much for ticket？
What can I expect？
2 FREE GIFTS: one customized Panda pin with Austin feature, one headband (worth $11)
40 + Asian food vendors
100 + Asian street food
10 + Merchandise vendors
Asian culture performance
Panda related merchandise
Panda inflatable
What does a VIP ticket include?
- 3 free gifts: one customized Panda pin with Austin feature, one headband, one amazing bag (worth $31)
- All GA benefits
- Fast Pass for Entrance
- We don’t have VIP area
What does GA ticket include?
- 2 free gifts: one customized Panda pin with Austin feature, one headband (worth $11)
- Single entry only on the selected time slot
- Access to Panda Inflatable
- Access to 40+ Asian food vendors
- Access to 10+ merchandise vendors
- Access to Asian culture performances
Pets
YES!! However, you need to meet the following requests:
All dogs to be on a leash at all times, be well-behaved, have current vaccinations, wear identification tags, No aggressive behavior and be kept away from food vendors and eating areas;
Owner responsibility: Owners are fully responsible for their dog's behavior and any clean-up needed.
kids
We are Family-Friendly!
Strollers are allowed!
Children ages 6 and up: Require an adult ticket
Children under 6: Do not need a ticket.
However, they will only get a free headband without free pins.
FOOD AND BEVERAGE
Sorry, No outside food or beverage allowed!
pROHIBITED ITEMS
NO Weapons of any kinds on premises
NO Roller skates and skateboards
NO Self-defense spray / pepper spray
NO Smoking (including vaping)
NO Illegal drugs
Ticket Buyer Know Before You Go
Hi there,
Get excited — Panda Fest Austin is almost here! Join us this weekend, Nov. 14–16, for the biggest Asian food festival in the country, featuring:
40+ food vendors serving 100+ Asian street foods
10+ artisan market vendors
Live cultural performances
Tons of panda-themed fun!
Before you dive into a weekend full of flavor + festivities, here’s EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW for the first-ever Panda Fest Austin:
The Venue
Republic Square
422 Guadalupe St, Austin, TX 78701
Festival Hours
Friday: 4–10 PM
Saturday: 10 AM–10 PM
Sunday: 10 AM–8 PM
Your Ticket
General Admission includes:
One-time entry during your selected time slot
Access to all vendors, performances + activities (food + retail for purchase)
2 free gifts (Dallas-themed Panda pin + panda headband)
VIP Tickets include all GA perks plus:
Additional free gift
VIP Bag
Fast-pass entry
Family-friendly event!
Children of all ages are welcome. Strollers allowed.
Kids 6+ require a ticket for entry.
Time Slots (Important!)
Your ticket includes an arrival window, not a strict start time.
To help reduce lines and keep entry smooth, you may arrive anytime during your time slot — no need to be there right at the start.
Most guests stay 2–3 hours, which gives plenty of time to enjoy everything.
When You Arrive
Parking
Panda Fest encourages rideshare + carpooling. Metered street parking is available on the streets surrounding the square. Several paid surface and garage lots are also located within a couple of blocks, including:
Garage — 500 W 2nd St.
Lavaca Plaza Garage — 368 W 5th St.
ABC Bank Garage — 610 W 5th St.
Procore Tower Garage — 221 W 6th St.
Northshore Garage — 131 Nueces St.
Reminder: Panda Fest is not affiliated with parking facilities, rideshare areas, or private lots. Please watch for signage + fees, avoid no-parking zones, and do not leave valuables in your vehicle. We are not responsible for towing, loss, or damage.
Bag Policy
Small bags only — all bags may be searched upon entry.
Pets
Friendly dogs are welcome! Must be:
• Leashed at all times
• Well-behaved + vaccinated
• Away from food prep/eating areas
Owners are responsible for cleanup. Aggressive behavior = no entry/removal.
Prohibited Items
No roller skates, skateboards, weapons, pepper spray, illegal drugs, or outside food/beverages.
Panda Fest is a smoke-free event — no smoking or vaping of any kind. We strictly prohibit the use, possession, or consumption of any combustible, vaporized, or aerosolized products on our premises. This includes, but is not limited to: Tobacco cigarettes, electronic cigarettes / e-cigarettes / vaping devices, cannabis / marijuana smoke or vapor, and any form of smoking, vaping, or inhaling substances.
Legal Notices (Texas)
30.06 + 30.07 statutes prohibit entering with concealed or open-carry handguns.
Portions + Pricing
Vendors offer both small tasting portions and full-size items. Vendors set their prices based on portion size and specialty ingredients — giving you flexibility in how you graze and explore!
Drinks
Water, soft drinks, and spirits are available throughout the festival.
Must be 21+ for alcohol purchases.
Maps, Schedules + Entertainment
Follow our social channels @pandafestaustin for real-time maps, entertainment schedules, and updates throughout the weekend!
Weather
Panda Fest is rain or shine (unless severe weather requires delay/cancellation).
Umbrellas welcome — please plan accordingly + watch the weather.
We can’t wait to celebrate with you at Panda Fest Austin this weekend!