Baton Rouge community celebrates Asian culture at downtown night market

BATON ROUGE, La. (WAFB) – North 4th Street was flooded with people taking in the Baton Rouge Night Market. The annual festival celebrates Asian heritage with food, music, and dance.

“We’re hoping to spread peace and prosperity and wealth within everyone here,” said Preston Banh, a Lion Dancer with the Southern Lion Dance Association.

Lion dancing is a traditional Chinese dance to bring good luck…

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