Hundreds Gather in Quincy for the BCNC Family Fun Fair

By: John Russo

On Saturday, June 20, 2026, hundreds of local residents gathered under beautiful, sunny skies for the annual BCNC Family Fun Fair. Held from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM at the Joseph W. Koch Field at Atlantic Middle School, the lively event brought neighbors together for a memorable day centered around unity, culture, and community empowerment.

A Legacy of Community Support

The fair highlighted the ongoing mission of BCNC, an incredible foundation originally established in 1969 by Boston Chinatown residents who wanted to bring basic needs and essential services to their community. Over the decades, the organization has expanded its reach across the Greater Boston area to serve the Asian community and immigrants, helping families build the tools they need for economic success and a better future.

BCNC officially launched its presence in Quincy in 2014. Today, under the leadership of CEO Ben Hires, the organization continues to make massive strides toward community betterment.

Special Guests and Cultural Showcases

The event kicked off with a series of inspiring welcoming remarks that set a joyful tone for the entire afternoon.

• Mayoral Welcome: Quincy’s own Mayor T. Koch delivered opening remarks that inspired attendees to celebrate and enjoy the day together.
• Royal Presence: Lauren Xu, Miss Chinese Boston 2025, greeted the crowd while wearing her official sash and crown.
• Vibrant Entertainment: The stage came alive with performances from the Wah Lum Kung Fu Lion Dance, the Cambridge Chinese Choir Society, the Boston Chinese Dance Group, KASA Taiko and Friends with Karen Young, BCNC YOUTH, and the Happy Dance Team.

Fun, Games, and Resources for All Ages

With 25 pop-up tents filling the field, there was no shortage of programs, services, and entertainment to keep local families and children happy campers all day long. Highlights from the field included:

• Youth & Tech Activities: Children enjoyed high-energy bouncy obstacle courses and tested their skills with a Coding Challenge hosted by Quincy Coders (with a special thanks extended to Kim!).
• Health & Wellness: Attendees had access to free health screenings and wellness activities, balanced out by sweet treats like cotton candy.
• Community Safety: The Quincy Police Department set up a dedicated tent to greet residents and hand out invaluable community information.

Funded by Generous Community Support

This successful neighborhood gathering was funded by the DPH - Office of Problem Gambling Services. It was also made possible by a deeply appreciated network of Lead Sponsors, Benefactor Sponsors, Patron Sponsors, Community Sponsors, and IN-KIND donors.

Want to get in touch? To learn more about BCNC's local resources, programs, and upcoming events, visit bcnc.net or call 617-249-2995.