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Asian Heritage Tours by Chinese Community Center is a unique initiative that immerses local Houstonians, regional tourists, and interest groups to the rich layers of Asiatown Bellaire and Mahatma Gandhi District. We aim to support cultural activity in all its forms (food, ritual, display and more) believing there is much to gain. Whether that is an escape from the mundane, or broadening cultural horizons, we encourage you to partake in our bus tour and find out yourself!
Lion Dance & Kung Fu Experience Workshop
Saturday, June 6, 2026
Class Description
Step Behind the Performance — Experience the Energy of Tradition Have you ever watched a lion dance during Lunar New Year and wondered how it works? Now is your chance to go beyond watching— 👉 experience it yourself. Join us for a fun and interactive cultural experience where you’ll learn the basics of lion dance and kung fu, and discover the meaning behind this vibrant tradition.
從觀看到親身參與，感受傳統文化的力量 你是否曾在農曆新年看過熱鬧的舞龍舞獅表演？ 是否好奇他們是如何訓練、如何操作的？ 這一次，不只是觀看—— 👉 你可以親自體驗。
- What:Lion Dance & Kung Fu Experience Workshop
- Date & Time: Saturday, June 6, 2026, 2:00 PM-4:00 PM.
- Location: Chinese Community Center, 9800 Town Park Drive, Houston, TX 77036
- Ticket: Adulr: $30; Child: $25; Family Package (1 Adult + 1 Child): $50
*Note:* Registered youth participants are required to be with their parents. CCC requires that a minimum of 8 ppl are in attendance or class is canceled and ticket is refunded.
CCC Mahjong Workshop: Father’s Day Special
Saturday, June 13, 2026
Class Description
🀄 Father’s Day Special Mahjong Workshop 🀄
Our first Beginner’s Level Mahjong Workshop was a success, so we’re already back by popular demand and will be holding monthly Mahjong Workshops as we go along.
If you are a beginner player, you will learn the basics of this beloved Chinese tile game, including rules and strategies. Each table will have four players and one instructor, who will explain the game and guide your table throughout gameplay. You are welcome to come alone or with a group, but be prepared to team up in groups of 4.
If you are a returning player, you will be placed at the experienced players’ tables, but you will still have access to an instructor.
Chinese tea and snacks will be offered during play.
- What:Mahjong Series
- Date & Time:
- Saturday, June 13, 2:00 PM-5:00 PM.
- Location: Chinese Community Center, 9800 Town Park Drive, Houston, TX 77036
- Ticket: See Ticket Form
*Note:* Registered youth participants are required to be with their parents. CCC requires that a minimum of 8 ppl are in attendance or class is canceled and ticket is refunded.
Monthly Mahjong Open Play
Saturday, June 27, 2026
Class Description
Looking for a fun and relaxing way to spend your Saturday afternoon?
Join us for CCC’s monthly Mahjong Open Play — a welcoming social gathering for both beginners and experienced players!
Come meet new friends, enjoy friendly Mahjong games, and be part of a growing community that loves culture, connection, and good vibes.
All skill levels welcome
Mahjong sets provided
Beginner-friendly atmosphere
Great for socializing and learning
- What: Monthly Mahjong Open Play
- Date & Time:
- Saturday, June 27, 2:00 PM-5:00 PM.
- Location: Chinese Community Center, 9800 Town Park Drive, Houston, TX 77036
- Ticket: See Ticket Form
Premium Sushi 101 Served with Sake
(Previous) Saturday, May 30, 2026
Class Description
Eat Like a Sushi Pro: 5 Facts to WOW Your Friends at Sushi Bar! Whether you are a longtime sushi enthusiast or simply looking for a memorable cultural night out, this inaugural event offers a refined and interactive introduction to the artistry and hidden details of authentic sushi culture — beyond the typical sushi restaurant experience. Guests will enjoy a live nigiri demonstration, premium nigiri tasting with sake, cultural storytelling, and insider sushi tips and culture .
- What: Premium Sushi 101 Served with Sake
- Date & Time:Saturday, May 30, 4:00 PM-5:00 PM.
- Location: Chinese Community Center (T.T. and W.F. Chao Senior Center)
- Ticket: See Ticket Form
*Note:* Registered youth participants are required to be with their parents. CCC requires that a minimum of 8 ppl are in attendance or class is canceled and ticket is refunded.
Mindful Culture Experience: Go & Tea
(Previous) Saturday, May 23, 2026
Class Description
Slow Down. Connect. Experience Culture.
Step away from the noise of everyday life and join us for a thoughtfully curated cultural experience centered around tea and Go (圍棋)—two timeless traditions rooted in Asian culture.
This 3-hour experience includes a guided tea session and an introduction to the mindful strategy of Go in a calm and welcoming environment. Whether you are completely new to tea culture or curious about the ancient game of Go, this event is designed for beginners seeking a meaningful and relaxing afternoon.
The tea experience will be led by Pauline Lu, who brings over 15 years of tea art and tea culture experience.
This event is recommended for teens and adults (ages 12+) who enjoy quiet, mindful, and culturally enriching experiences.
- What: Mindful Culture Experience: Go & Tea
- Date & Time: Saturday, May 23, 2026, 2:00 PM-5:00 PM.
- Location: Chinese Community Center, 9800 Town Park Drive, Houston, TX 77036
- Ticket: Original Price: $45 (Experience Price: $35)
*Note:* Registered youth participants are required to be with their parents. CCC requires that a minimum of 8 ppl are in attendance or class is canceled and ticket is refunded.
AHT Variety Workshop Series: Go (the Game)
(Previous) Saturday, September 6th, 2025
Class Description
Wéiqí (Go Game) is an abstract strategy board game for two players in which the aim is to fence off more territory than the opponent. The game was invented in China more than 2,500 years ago and is believed to be the oldest board game continuously played to the present day. In China, wéiqí had an important status and was considered one of the four cultivated arts, along with calligraphy, painting, and playing a musical instrument.
The Chinese Community Center has partnered with the Houston Go Club to provide instruction and play opportunities. The Houston Go Club teaches, promotes, and plays the ancient board game called “GO” (wéiqí, baduk, igo).
Attendees will learn how to play Wéiqí on a 9 x 9 beginner board and will then have a chance to play the game with other beginners. Experienced players will be able to pair up for games or will be able to play the instructors.
Chinese tea and snacks will be offered during play.
- What: AHT Variety Workshop Series: Go (the Game)
- Date & Time: Saturday, June 27th, 2:00 PM-5:00 PM.
- Location: Chinese Community Center, 9800 Town Park Drive, Houston, TX 77036
- Ticket: $15
*Note:* Registered youth participants are required to be with their parents. CCC requires that a minimum of 8 ppl are in attendance or class is canceled and ticket is refunded.
Vietnamese Eggrolls (Chả giò) Class
(Previous) Saturday, May 31th, 2025
Class Description
Discover the flavors of Vietnam in this delicious hands-on cooking class! Learn how to make crispy, savory chả giò (Vietnamese eggrolls) from scratch, including wrapping techniques and traditional fillings.
Along with that, learn how to make traditional dipping sauce nước mắm. Perfect for all skill levels, this class is a tasty way to celebrate AAPI Month at the Chinese Community Center. Come hungry and leave with new skills—and a few eggrolls to enjoy!
- What: Celebrate AAPI Month at CCC: Vietnamese Eggrolls (Chả giò) Class
- Date & Time: Saturday, May 31th, 2:00 PM-4:30 PM.
- Location: Chinese Community Center, 9800 Town Park Drive, Houston, TX 77036
- Ticket: $50/Adult & Youth 12 years old and up
*Note:* Registered youth participants are required to be with their parents. CCC requires that a minimum of 10 ppl are in attendance or class is canceled and ticket is refunded
Chinese Mahjong Workshop
(Previous) Saturday, May 24th, 2025
Class Description
Join us at the Chinese Community Center for a fun and interactive beginner’s Mahjong workshop in celebration of AAPI Month! Learn the basics of this beloved Chinese tile game, including rules, strategies, and cultural significance. Whether you’re brand new or need a refresher, this hands-on session is perfect for anyone curious about Mahjong.
There will be 1 hr of Instruction and 2 hrs of Game time. Chinese tea and snacks will be offered during play. Participants will receive an instruction pamphlet to take home.
- What: Celebrate AAPI Month at CCC: Chinese Mahjong Workshop (Beginner’s Level)
- Date & Time: Saturday, May 24th, 2:00 PM-5:00 PM.
- Location: Chinese Community Center, 9800 Town Park Drive, Houston, TX 77036
- Ticket: $30/Adult, $15/Youth 12 years old & up
*Note:* Registered youth participants are required to be with their parents. CCC requires that a minimum of 8 ppl are in attendance or class is canceled and ticket is refunded.
Chinese Calligraphy Class
(Previous) Saturday, May 3rd, 2025
Class Description
Discover the beauty of Chinese calligraphy in this beginner class. You’ll learn the history of this art form, brush handling, simple stroke techniques, and Chinese characters. Perfect for those new to calligraphy or looking to explore Chinese art and culture in a hands-on way.
No prior experience required—all materials provided.
- What: Celebrate AAPI Month at CCC: Chinese Calligraphy Class (Beginner’s Level)
- Date & Time: Saturday, May 3rd, 2:00 PM-4:00 PM.
- Location: Chinese Community Center, 9800 Town Park Drive, Houston, TX 77036
- Ticket: $30/Adult & Youth 12 years old and up.
*Note:* Registered youth participants are required to be with their parents. CCC requires that a minimum of 5 ppl are in attendance or class is canceled and ticket is refunded.
LOST IN TOKYO TOUR
(Previous tour) SUNDAY, MAY 5TH, 10:00 AM-5:00 PM$45 PER PERSON
Tour Description:
On this immersive bus tour, you will explore the city’s hidden gems and meet the cultural groups preserving the dynamic history and legacy of Japan. Join us for a cultural odyssey that transports you to the Land of the Rising Sun without leaving the Lone Star State.
Tour Itinerary
- 10:00 AM Depart from Chinese Community Center, 9800 Town Park Drive, Houston, TX 77036. Please arrive 10-15 min early to allow for check-in.
- 10:15 AM Claw Mania Kingdom & Reiwatakiya Japanese Beauty at Dun Huang Plaza | Get 11 tokens equaling 11 plays at the claw machines, check out Reiwatakiya where shop owners can take you through their supply of Japanese beauty items
- 11:00 AM Lunch at Kyuramen | Transport yourself to Japan with this beautifully designed Japanese-concept restaurant and your choice of specialty meal! Your ticket does not include lunch; you will purchase your own meal.
- 1:00 PM Kaminari Taiko | Kaminari Taiko is a Japanese drumming ensemble based in Houston, Texas that fuses traditional instruments with modern rhythms. You’ll take a workshop to learn basic taiko techniques and rhythms, with plenty of hands-on time on the drums- are you ready to move like how the Samurai warriors did on the battlefield to signal commands and frighten their enemies? Your ticket price covers the $15/student class
- 03:00 PM Shogeki Sumo | Learn about Shogeki Sumo, a competitive team that strives to promote a special piece of Japanese Culture through Sumo Wrestling, followed by a short demo of a typical wrestling match
- 04:15 PM Houston Kendo Kyokai | Learn about Houston Kendo Kyokai, a passion project that joins every week at the Chinese Community Center to practice modern kendo. See how Kendo is practiced with the use of protective armor and a bamboo sword (the shinai)
- 05:00 PM Tour End
CLASSIC ASIA TOWN TOUR
(Previous tour) SUNDAY, MAY 12TH, 9 AM-4 PM$20 PER PERSON
Tour Description:
On Mother’s Day weekend, book a tour with us and we’ll take care of the rest to ensure you and your family/friends enjoy a full day of activities. Indulge in the serene beauty of a traditional Chinese tea ceremony, savor classic Chinese dishes, and visit a much less-known but awe-inspiring Vietnamese Buddhist Center with the full comfort of a chauffeured vehicle so you can spend quality with your loved ones instead of dealing with traffic. To add to that, get an added layer of meaning and learn about the history and development of Southwest Houston while riding along Bellaire, Harwin, and Hillcroft Boulevards with our knowledgeable tour guide
Tour Itinerary
- 9:00 AM Starting off at the Chinese Community Center (9800 Town Park Drive, Houston, TX 77036) receive a beginner lesson in the tradition of Chinese Calligraphy, a practical form of writing that became a respected art form
- 10:00 AM Ten Yen Tea and Herbs | Observe a Chinese tea ceremony at Ten Yen Tea and Herbs. This popular local shop has provided a wide selection of loose leaf and herbal teas to Houstonians for more than 20 years.Visitors enjoy a selection of quality, pure teas enjoying each beverage’s sublime flavor and unique characteristics. As we drive down the main corridors we learn about the history of Chinatown’s development and its’ key drivers.
- 11:10 AM Hunan Bistro | Enjoy delicious and class Chinese food at one of Dun Huang Plaza’s favorites. Afterwards, explore Dun Huang Plaza and treat yourself to Boba drinks at one of the many speciality drink stores or get some dessert! Your ticket does not include lunch; you will purchase your own meal.
- 1:15 PM Vietnam Buddhist Center | Find serenity at Vietnam Buddhist Center an impressive twelve-acre temple cultivating the teachings of the Buddha, one of the most beautiful temples in Houston yet little known of and visited
- 02:40 PM Mulan | Cement the day’s memories at Mulan and find your own mother-daughter bracelets or find each other’s Qipao. If you’re not a mother-daughter duo, find gifts for your friends or family! Mulan has a vast inventory of speciality gifts celebrating Buddhism and Chinese culture
- 03:50 PM Tour End
CLASSIC LITTLE INDIA TOUR
(Previous tour) SUNDAY, MAY 19TH, 8:30 AM-4 PM$45 PER PERSON
Tour Description:
Book this unique dive into the richness of Indian heritage with us and enjoy a full day of activities with the full comfort of a chauffeured vehicle so you can spend quality with your loved ones instead of dealing with traffic. Take in the splendor of a revered Hindu temple, feel the rhythm of Indian dance through a captivating demonstration where you can even learn a few moves yourself. Delight yourself with authentic Indian cuisine, and conclude your journey with a visit to the inspiring Mahatma Gandhi Museum.
Tour Itinerary
- 08:30 AM Depart from Chinese Community Center, 9800 Town Park Drive, Houston, TX 77036. Please arrive 10-15 min early to allow for check-in. Drive to BAPS, as we drive down Hilcroft District we will learn about the development of Little India, which parallels much of Chinatown Bellaire’s own development
- 09:00 AM BAPS Shri Swaminarayan Mandir | Completed in the year 2004, the BAPS Shri Swaminarayan Mandir in Houston is a popular Hindu temple built upon the principles of the Shilpa Shastras. The largest in the state, it consists of the open-air temple building, a haveli, a surrounding deck, open grounds and an Understanding Hinduism exhibition.
- 10:15 AM Qahwah House Houston | Though not Indian, this Yemeni sweet spot will be a much needed stop. The coffee and tea selection at Qahwah House is a true delight. From rich, aromatic espressos to velvety cappuccinos, each cup is expertly crafted to perfection. Purchase on your own.
- 11:15 AM Anjali Dance School Dance showcase & Demo | Dance workshop provided by Anjali School of Dance, discover the tradition of Indian Dance through this wonderful demonstration. Also be prepared to learn a few dance moves in this interactive experience.
- 12:40 PM Bombay Delight | Lunch at Bombay Delight. Your ticket does not include lunch; you will purchase your own meal.
- 2:10 PM Eternal Gandhi Museum Houston (EGMH) | EGMH is a cultural and educational museum dedicated to preserving and promoting Mahatma Gandhi’s legacy by cultivating the universal values of Truth, Nonviolence, Peace, Love, and Service. The museum will highlight the power of nonviolent conflict resolution through examples of peace leaders worldwide.
- 3:45 PM Tour End
ASIAN HERITAGE TOURS
CONTACT.MEDIA REVIEWS.
For all tours, individual ticket prices cover tour guide, service (coordination) fees, and activity fees specific to tour.
Your ticket does not include lunch; you will purchase your own meal.
All tickets will be refunded in the event a full booking of 12 is not met.
Contact
If you have any questions regarding this tour or any other of our Asian Heritage Month activities,
E-mail:
Christine Meng
PAST SOCIAL MEDIA REVIEWS:
“I loved the information about the area while we were driving, it helped give good context. The timing worked well overall and didn’t feel rushed. Lunch was really delicious and loved the family style so we could try different things we may not have known about and hear what is in them and personal connection to the food. It was a lot more interesting than what I ordered on my own!”
“The casual style of the tour allowing for individual questions was refreshing. Having so many different guides made it special.”