2023 Qeej and Hmong Arts Festival

06/14/2023

Highlights of the 2023 Qeej and Hmong Arts Festival and More News! -

06/02/2023

Here is the schedule for Sunday's festival!

11:00 AM MC WELCOME

11:05 AM Hmong Model Show

11:25 AM HCC Qeej Performance 1

11:35 AM IADT Dances

12:00 PM Tou Geu Lor aka Billy Lor

12:20 PM Hillary Lor - Flute

12:50 PM Mason Her - Qeej Presentation

1:20 PM Blazing Saphire Dance 1

1:25 PM Lao Khaen Group

1:40 PM HCC Qeej Group performance 2

1:50 PM Blazing Saphire Dance 2

1:55 PM Ciaj Sia Lee

2:20 PM Blazing Saphire Dance 3

2:25 PM Mr. Hmong Royalty

2:50 PM Blazing Saphire Dance 4

2:55 PM Cypherside Dance school

3:25 PM Blazing Saphire Dance 5

3:30 PM HCC Qeej Group Closing performance

3:45 PM MC Closing Event - Last Call

05/30/2023

An update for our festival this coming Sunday, June 4 from 11 AM - 5 PM!

Festival confirmed performers include

Hmong Cultural Center Qeej Group
INY Asian Dance Theater
Cypherside Dance School
Ciaj Sia Lis
Hillary Lor
Mason Her
Blazing Saphire
Billy Lor
Lao Khaen Group
Sandra Thao Fashion show

Festival Confirmed Vendors Include:

Amway Health and Beauty
Victoria Vang Children's Books
Mai sews
Creations By Spring
Cia Sia Lis musical instruments
College Prep Academy
Transforming Generations
Hmong College Prep Academy
Community School of Excellence
Big Brothers and Big Sisters
New Millenium Academy
Asian Media Access
Springboard for the Arts
Spirited Impact Team
MN Department of Education

Festival confirmed Food Vendors include:

Little Saigon (sandwiches, spring rolls, curry noodles, drinks)
Nummy Tummy (sticky rice, grilled meats, noodles, desserts, drinks)

05/28/2023

Preview of next weekend's festival in today's St. Paul Pioneer Press!

The Hmong Cultural Center says the event is the only one in the country dedicated to the qeej, a traditional Hmong wind instrument.

05/04/2023

Don't forget the 2nd Annual Qeej and Hmong Arts Festival is only 1 month away at Landmark Center in downtown St. Paul on Sunday, June 4, 2023. Festival schedule to be posted soon!

04/26/2023

Check out this new short documentary on our Qeej program!

The qeej is a traditional musical instrument played by the Hmong people, It’s a wind instrument made of bamboo with 6 pipes of varying lengths, each producin...

04/05/2023

Photos from the event last year PART 2! Can you find yourself?

04/05/2023

Photos from the event last year PART 1! Can you find yourself???

04/03/2023

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4-zTqslEHac

The Qeej Festival in St. Paul on Sunday celebrated a musical instrument that's one of the most recognized symbols of the Hmong people.

04/03/2023

Here is the live broadcast of the 2022 Qeej Festival. This year's festival is going to be even bigger, better, and more FUN!

04/03/2023

Join us for an authentic celebration of Hmong culture at the Qeej and Hmong Arts Festival, taking place on June 4, 2023 at the historic Landmark Center in St. Paul. This lively event will showcase the rich traditions and creative expressions of the Hmong people through live traditional music and arts performances, as well as delicious food and drinks.

The festival will feature a diverse lineup of talented Hmong musicians, playing traditional Hmong instruments such as the qeej, a type of bamboo pipe, and various types of raj, which are reed instruments. You can expect to hear soulful ballads, upbeat dance tunes, and lively folk songs, all infused with the unique sounds and rhythms of the Hmong culture.

In addition to the live performances, there will be a vibrant arts market featuring Hmong-made crafts, textiles, and other handmade goods, as well as opportunities to learn more about Hmong history and culture through interactive exhibits.

And of course, no festival would be complete without delicious food! Sample some of the best Hmong and Southeast Asian cuisine, including savory meat and vegetable dishes, spicy soups, and sweet desserts, all prepared by local chefs and vendors.

Whether you're a longtime fan of Hmong traditional music and arts or simply curious about this vibrant culture, the Qeej and Hmong Arts Festival is an event not to be missed. Mark your calendars for June 4, 2023 and come join us for a day of celebration, learning, and fun at the Landmark Center in St. Paul!

04/03/2023