AK Connection
25th Anniversary Gala

A night honoring Korean adoptee stories, community, and connection in Minnesota — featuring dinner, music, and special guests.

Date: November 8, 2025

Time: 6:00 PM – 11:00 PM

Ages: Open to all ages

Attire: Cocktail / Festive (Hanbok welcome)

Location: Marriott Minneapolis Southwest, 5801 Opus Pkwy, Minnetonka, MN 55343

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Questions? Contact us. All proceeds support AK Connection programs.

• Community Dinner Korean cuisine menu
• Stories & Reflections From current and former AK Connection board members
• Live Performances By community members, including JangMi Arts & Conor Lee
• Silent Auction Help support future cultural, social, and educational programming

Get Involved

• In Memoriam — Minnesota Korean Adoptees

  As we celebrate 25 years together, we also honor members of our community who are no longer with us. Share names, photos, or memories of Korean adoptees with Minnesota connections so we can remember them together.

  Submit to In Memoriam

• AK Connection Memories & Stories

  Help us build a slideshow celebrating 25 years of AK Connection events and experiences. Share your memories, photos, or videos to document our community’s shared history.

  Share a memory

• A Tapestry of Stories

  We invite Minnesota Korean adoptees to share brief reflections on identity, belonging, and connection in honor of AK Connection’s 25th Anniversary.

  Choose a shift