The Little Mekong Night Market is brought to you by the Asian Economic Development Association (AEDA) — a nonprofit committed to uplifting Asian American communities through entrepreneurship, cultural celebration, and economic empowerment.
Through Little Mekong, AEDA creates space for artists, small businesses, and community stories to shine.
About the District
Little Mekong is Saint Paul’s Asian business and cultural corridor—home to small shops, creative studios, professional services, and cultural spaces shaped by Southeast Asian heritage. Explore the neighborhood, meet local business owners, and see how culture and commerce come together in this unique district.
Explore the District
A glimpse into the people, places, and spirit of Little Mekong.
WHAT WE DO
Support Asian &
BIPOC Businesses
Build a strong base of locally owned Asian & BIPOC small businesses through business development, retention, and expansion strategies.
Creative Placemaking
Cultivate arts and cultural assets for economic development and community preservation.
Support Asian &
BIPOC Businesses
Develop the physical assets of Little Mekong to build a community space of creativity and aesthetics, a healthy pedestrian environment, and a living business district.
CELEBRATING 50 YEARS OF SOUTHEAST ASIANS
Acknowledging Southeast Asian history and culture as distinct from the larger “Asian American” umbrella term, this celebration offers an opportunity to reflect on the ways that Southeast Asian immigrant and refugee communities have woven their own unique individual threads into the awe-inspiring tapestry of Minnesota’s history. Hmong, Vietnamese, Lao, Karen, Khmer, and Thai populations in Minnesota contribute to the vastly diverse demographic landscape. What makes Southeast Asians unique is our commitment to cultural preservation while surviving the challenges of assimilation. Our strong community ties inspire hope for unity. And our growth and resilience is driven by the desire to honor where we came from.
- Written by Cassandra Xiong
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LAST YEAR'S EXPERIENCE
We are grateful for the incredible
turnout and epic vibes