KCCNYC COMMUNITY NEWS - May 2026
By KCCNY Monthly Team
KCCNYC Celebrated Korean Heritage Day at Yankee Stadium
On Saturday May 2, thirty members of the KCCNYC community gathered at Yankee Stadium for a fun Korean Heritage Day outing as the New York Yankees took on the Baltimore Orioles. The event celebrated AAPI Heritage Month while also supporting KALAGNY’s Legal Scholarship Foundation (KALEFGNY). Each special event ticket included an exclusive Korean Heritage Yankees hat that many members proudly wore during the game.
The atmosphere throughout the stadium was especially electric thanks to the Yankees’ Star Wars celebration. Fans who arrived early received a Max Fried “Mandalorian” bobblehead giveaway, which quickly became a highlight of the afternoon for many in attendance. In a long but entertaining 3-hour, 1-minute game, the Yankees defeated the Orioles 9-4. Along with cheering on the Yankees (양키스), attendees also had the chance to hear and use a few Korean baseball terms throughout the day, including 야구 (baseball), 홈런 (home run), 안타 (hit), and 투수 (pitcher).
KCCNYC would like to thank everyone who joined us for the outing and helped make the event such a success. Spending the afternoon together provided a great opportunity for community members to connect, relax, and enjoy one of New York’s most iconic traditions together. We always appreciate opportunities to bring members of our community together through experiences like this, and we look forward to more group outings in the future.
UPCOMING MAY COMMUNITY EVENTS
Korean Cinema’s Celluloid Fever: The 1970s
May 15-26 at Film at Lincoln Center
Featuring films by Kim Ki-young, Ha Gil-jong, Park No-sik, Lee Man-hee, Lee Jang-ho, Lee Doo-yong, Kim Ho-sun, Jang Il-ho, Im Kwon-taek, Kim Soo-yong, Lim Jeong-gyu, Kim Jee-woon, along with shorts by Han Okhi, Kim Hong-joon, Hwang Ju-ho.
Our friends at Film at Lincoln Center have created a special offer for our community to attend Korean Cinema’s Celluloid Fever: The 1970s this month!
From May 15–26, FLC and Subway Cinema explore a transformative time period in Korean cinema and its influence on the films of today, including rare archival prints and new restorations.
Enter promo code CELLULOID70S to unlock $5 off each ticket to any screening during the series.
To purchase tickets and learn more, visit the event page here.
Hanbok in the Heart of New York
May 17, 2026, at 5:00 PM at Marcus Garvey Park (Richard Rogers Ampitheater)
A vibrant celebration of Korean culture—brought to life through fashion, music, and performance.
Throughout the evening, you’ll experience:
A dynamic hanbok fashion show featuring designs that bridge tradition and innovation
Live music and orchestral elements that evoke the emotional depth of Korean artistry
High-energy K-pop performances
A curated showcase of work from a globally recognized Korean designer
Free event - RSVP HERE TO ATTEND
Hosted byDalpangi
Presented by DIA Arts & Culture Association
In collaboration with K-Culture Exchange Club
From Kimchi to Sauerkraut
Tuesday, May 19 from 7-9pm
14th Street Y, 344 East 14th St, New York
Tickets are $18 for KCCNYC Community- Sign up sheet is here for the discount promotion code.
Join us for a one-of-a-kind culinary experience celebrating the fermentation traditions of Jewish and Korean cuisine. Enjoy a lively conversation, food demos, tastings, and a hands-on pickle project with Jeffrey Yoskowitz, a pioneer in the Jewish food revival; Madalyn Warren, proprietor of Kimchi Harvest; and Gabriella Gershenson, a James Beard Award-winning food writer.
KCCNYC is co-sponsoring this event.
See event details and buy tickets here. (Note: Sign up on the form here to get the promo code!)
Korean Fashion, Beauty, Lifestyle Pop Up: Seoul Now: The Collective
May 19 - June 1 | 21 Spring St, Manhattan
Seoul Now: The Collective is a free, two-week Korean fashion and beauty pop-up taking over SoHo — and you're invited.
Think curated K-beauty product sampling, free gifts, exclusive brand activations, and some of Korea's most coveted fashion and lifestyle labels, all in one beautifully designed space steps from Spring Street station.
RSVP is free - info and sign up here.
Featuring
@gloweveningclub
@liaond_official
@yjack_korea @yjack_usa
@illelan_jewelry
@elroelcosmetic
@rated_green
@inmiseoul_official
@mubeansofficial
Korea Festa 2026 in Huntington, Long Island
Korea Festa is returning to Huntington, NY, over Memorial Day weekend, May 23, 24, and 25, 2026; 12:30 pm to 7 pm, daily.
Location is only a 5-minute walk from the Huntington Long Island Railroad (LIRR) station. Free parking (limited spots, first-come, first-served)
Korean dishes, bites, and desserts, along with elevated non-alcoholic drinks, Korean games and activities for the kids, K-beauty consultations and products, live entertainment outside, pony rides, a petting zoo, and plenty of photo-friendly spots!
Hosted by Good News New York Church - more info here
upcoming events from Our Friends in nyc
Camp Naru is Recruiting!
Camp Naru is an overnight summer camp held each year in the second week of August, where Korean-American youth explore their heritage, build community, and grow into confident leaders. Camp Naru brings together about 350 campers and staff, creating a supportive and fun environment. Through cultural workshops, outdoor activities, evening programs, and shared meals, campers and staff deepen their pride in their identity and form lifelong friendships. Staff brings Camp Naru to life, building a community where every camper feels welcome and valued.
See their post for recruitment here!
KCCNYC’s Own Nicolette Shin in Jesus Chris Superstar
Nicolette Shin will be starring in Jesus Christ Superstar as King Herod - now through June 7!
Our beloved community member and student Nicolette will be starring in Musical Jesus Christ Super Star as King Herod. We are so happy for her, and we want to support her!
The information on her musical is here. The tickets are currently on sale!
You can watch Nicolette singing the Oscar Winning music Golden at our 2026 Gala here.
