Asian Night Market at Edna White Garden Thursday from 6 to 9 Celebrates Trend in Night Market Popularity

Second annual Asian Night Market showcases exotic food offerings and music at 1812 West Monterey in Chicago.

By Bill, Neighbor

Sep 14, 2026 5:37 AM CDT

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Edna White Garden director Kathy Figel welcomes Won Kim to the community garden’s second annual Asian Night Market Thursday, September 17. (Edna White Garden)

The Edna White Community Garden hosts the second annual "Asian Night Market" Thursday, September 17th from 6 to 9 p.m. and featuring Asian vendors showcasing exotic food offerings and music.

The garden is located at 1812 West Monterey in Chicago.

The event is organized by artist and chef Won Kim, whose work has been displayed throughout Beverly/Morgan Park and Bridgeport, where he most recently founded Kimski, a Korean/Polish Restaurant.

Through his connections in the culinary and arts industry, Kim solicited the interest of peers to join the Asian Night Market at Edna White Garden.

"These after-sunset shopping opportunities are perfect for enjoying a garden setting in the cool of the day, trying new food options and enjoying a beverage," said Kathy Figel, director of the Edna White Garden, located at 1812 W. Monterey Avenue in Morgan Park. "We're excited to introduce this trending experience in our community and invite support for our community garden."

A dozen vendors and up-and-coming small businesses will be on hand from 6 p.m. until 9 p.m. Music, provided by Beverly Phono Mart, features DJ Chantala Kommanivanh. The free event is open to the public and donations will go directly to upkeep of the Edna White Garden.

Originating in China during the Tang Dynasty as a place to trade and to escape the intense heat of the day, Asian Night Markets have evolved into cultural hubs to celebrate Asian heritage and bolster local economy by supporting community small businesses.

Asian night markets are gaining popularity and taking on trend status in US cities drawing large crowds celebrating diverse food and culture.

Vendors Include:
Bayan Ko
Kimski
3LP

Kanin
Pink Mu

NARIAE
Haru Haru

Perilla

S.K.Y.

Giong Giong

Edna White Community Garden hosts "Asian Night Market" Thursday, September 17th from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. located at 1812 West Monterey in Chicago.

For more information, contact:Kathy Figel KathyFigel@me.com.

A dozen vendors and up-and-coming small businesses will be on hand with culinary delights for the free event from 6 p.m. until 9 p.m. Donations will go directly to upkeep of the Edna White Garden. (Edna White Garden)

The award-winning Edna White Garden hosts its second annual Asian night market, a trend in US cities gaining popularity in the celebration of diverse food, culture and music. (Edna White Garden)

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