Dragon Wagon

Spinnin the Island Fest block and bringing all the flavor back with them is our friends at DRAGON WAGON! From bánh mì sandwiches and vermicelli noodle bowls to pho dip brisket bánh mì, crab rangoons, wings, loaded dragon fries, and more… yeah, you’re gonna need a minute at this booth 👀 Come hungry, leave happy. #IslandFest816 #DragonWagon Island Fest 816 Saturday 05.23.2026 200 S Liberty St | Independence, MO

May is in full bloom 🌸 Join us as we celebrate AAPI Heritage Month, explore culture + community at our heritage markets, and honor our heroes this Memorial Day Weekend. Food, stories, remembrance, and connection — all month long. Stay tuned for: 🐎 May 2: Kicking off AAPI Heritage Month with back-to-back celebrations → @hellagooddeeds : The Art of Being AANHPI at Zhou B Art Center Shop local vendors, catch the community fashion show, live performances, art exhibit, food trucks, kids zone, + wellness services. → @tasteofaapi Food & Cultural Festival in the West Bottoms This isn’t just a food fest — it’s culture you can taste. Celebrate authentic flavors from Asian and Pacific Islander communities. Come hungry. Leave inspired. 🛍️ May 16: @strawberryswingkc at West Bottoms Heritage Days Craft vendors, food trucks, live music, and all the vintage West Bottoms charm. Shop small. Swing by Liberty Courtyard. 🌴 May 23: NPIEN Presents: 24th Annual @islandfest816 at Independence Square Honoring Pacific Island heritage through art, food, dance, and stories. 🎖️ May 24: @kcsymphony Celebration at the Station at @unionstationkc Memorial Day Weekend’s biggest tradition — live music under the stars, honoring those who served. Bring your lawn chairs and your gratitude. Let’s come together to honor, celebrate, and connect. This month, we do it ALL.

Kicking off AANHPI Heritage Month strong with back-to-back celebrations ✨ We were honored to be part of @hellagooddeeds : The Art of Being AANHPI and @tasteofaapi this weekend. As Kansas City’s first Vietnamese food truck, we’re proud to share our culture through food — and to keep pushing it forward with new items like Bánh Mì Que and cultural crossovers like Labubu ! And we’re not slowing down. NEXT UP: @islandfest816 2026 🌺 📅 Sat, May 23 | 9AM–10PM 📍 200 S. Liberty St, Independence, MO 🎟️ FREE ADMISSION Catch Dragon Wagon alongside traditional dances from 7 Pacific Islands, food, music, shopping, and all the aloha spirit. Food. Culture. Community. That’s what AANHPI Heritage Month is about.

Join KC Monsters and @kcpinktrinketbox for @hellagooddeeds 6th Annual AANHPI Heritage Festival at @zhoubartcenterkc ! Catch my booth for all your trinket needs and visit the Pink box where you take a trinket and leave a trinket! There will be AANHPI-owned vendors, catch live performances, peep the community fashion show, and bring the kids for the Kids Zone. Food trucks, art exhibits, wellness services – all in one place. 📅 Sat, May 2, 2026 | 10AM-4PM 📍 Zhou B Art Center See you TOMORROW!!!

KC, hungry? 🐉🔥 Catch Dragon Wagon at @tasteofaapi this Saturday (TOMORROW!!!) for crispy Vietnamese Street food in the West Bottoms! Bánh Mì Que is a game-changer. Choose from: 🔥 Grilled Chicken 🔥 Grilled Pork 🔥 Pâté & Meat Floss 📅 Sat, May 2, 2026 | Noon-8PM 📍 W. 14th St & Hickory St. Kansas City West Bottoms Come celebrate, and vibe with us. Who's ready to bite into Vietnam? 🇻🇳

Arirang In Kansas City! 💜 A little recap of this amazing event! Huge thank you to @magicshopgloss for hosting this awesome event at @fatbee_chouteau !! 💜 So many great vendors to shop from, with such creativity shown all around! @magicshopgloss @dragonwagon.kc @timelessmain @ravenmaven_kpop @gir3n @shopneurotic @koyascreationsco @pop.naiilss @beyond_theshirt @kimchiandbap @moonlit.by.mia + so many more! Huge thank you to everyone who stopped by and we cannot wait for further events! 🥹✨

Hello Kitty & Friends really came through & SHOWED OUTTTT!! 💖 
We spent the night junk journaling at @thebookclubkc and it was so special seeing everyone create, connect, and share the love of Hello Kitty & Friends together!! We celebrated a special birthday: @brinas_junkjournal too! 🎀✨ 
Thank you everyone who shared stickers, trinkets, and the good vibes with each other. This is what KC Journal Club is all about! 💌 Special thank you to our sponsors & vendors: @trulymadlydepot , @dragonwagonkc , and @timelessmain . The special hello kitty kits were hand crafted by @bits_and_besties and @timelessmain . @Trulymadlydepot included the (2) Hello Kitty Pipsticks sticker sheets in each kit and the amazing grand prize! Also, to @justcubby16 for providing the 🎶 sounds 🎧🎵 and DJing the event. Until next time! Xoxo, the KC journal club

✨🐱 Hello Kitty & Friends Junk Journal Party ✂️💌 (SOLD OUT) We are calling all Sanrio lovers and crafty cuties to come to the front!!!! We are hosting a Hello Kitty & Friends themed junk journal night @thebookclubkc this Friday - a junk journal party filled with stickers, fun scrap paper, and the cutest kawaii vibes. Dress up as your favorite Sanrio character or Sanrio attire! We will be voting for our favorite Sanrio Character and doing giveaway raffles! Your Ticket includes: (2) Hello Kitty Sticker sheets by Pipsticks (2) Sponsored Sanrio themed junk journal kits by @bits_and_besties and @timelessmain A Sanrio sweet treat baked by The Book Club Access to the cutest kawaii craft supplies and shopping experience from @trulymadlydepot , @dragonwagon.kc , and @timelessmain ! Don’t forget your trinket to swap in @kcpinktrinketbox * Each ticket includes an entry to three surprise giveaways! Don’t forget to bring your journal, planner, notebook, or (get one with us) and let’s make the cutest junk journal spreads together! 🎀 Meow, The KC Journal Club #junkjournal #hellokitty #kawaiicraft #thekcjournalclub kansascityevents junkjournaling

WEEKEND RECAP! Kansas City, YOU brought the fire to @asianglowfestkc @citymarketkc & @planetcomiconofficial ! 🔥 SOLD OUT crowds, Labubus got adopted, & Bánh Xèo tacos hit THE spot! Massive thanks for supporting small biz, chasing vibes, showin’ up, showin’ love, & makin’ it a weekend to remember! 🙌 Next stop? YOU know where to find us! Catch you at the next pop-up or event! #AsianGlowFest #PlanetComicon #DragonWagon #KCMonsters #KCEvents

Randoms of early Asian Glow Fest! Thanks for turning out, KC!! So many smiling faces and great community connections here….and of course the food is off the charts! Can’t wait for after dark when everything is aglow!

Meet our Arirang in Kansas City Vendors 🛍️ Our vendors are preparing all the cutest products for you all! I’m talking album inspired merch, apparels, accessories & more!! This will be the perfect opportunity to get yourself some merch for the tour! While you’re shopping with our amazing vendors, grab a bite to eat from @kimchiandbap ! 🍱 They will have gimbap snack boxes + more! Stay tuned for our special drink menu coming soon!🧋 We can’t wait to see you all celebrate this amazing album together! What is your fav track from Arirang? 🪭❤️‍🔥 🗓️Saturday ~ April 11th, 2026 📍@fatbee_chouteau Weather permitting, we will be using the outdoor & indoor space of the cafe for this event! ⏰11AM - 4PM 🎟️ Free event for all ages!

[Giveaway closed] Available this weekend for Asian Glow Fest KC! Hello Kitty x Labubu Giveaway!✨ To celebrate the season of sunshine, we’re teaming up with @kcpinktrinketbox to gift 2 lucky winners a Hello Kitty x Labubu plush pendant! 💖 To enter: 1. Follow @dragonwagon.kc & @kcpinktrinketbox 2. Tag 3 friends who LOVE Hello Kitty & Labubu! 3. Tell us which events you’ll be at next weekend: @planetcomiconofficial or @asianglowfestkc ? BONUS: Share this post to your story and tag us for extra entries! Winners announced 03/26 Thurs at 7pm! 🌟 - 1 winner picks up at City Market Asian Glow fest - 1 winner picks up at Planet Comicon booth #1514 -Prizes must be picked up before each event ends or they’ll be forfeited - Unfollowed accounts = disqualified 🙅‍♀️ Good luck everyone!☀️ #giveaway #hellokitty #labubu #popmart