LAs biggest night market is back and admission is just $8

California’s summer nights are getting a supersized upgrade — and it’ll only cost you a fancy coffee.The legendary 626 Night Market is returning to Arcadia this month, bringing a massive after-dark food and culture takeover to Santa Anita Park with more than 250 vendors, live entertainment, shopping and plenty of over-the-top eats.The three-day festival will run from Friday, Aug.14 through Sunday, Aug.

16, from 3 p.m.to 11 p.m.

each night — and admission is just $8 online.Inspired by Taiwan’s legendary night markets, founder Jonny Hwang launched 626 Night Market in the San Gabriel Valley in 2012 — turning a humble local event named after the region’s 626 area code into the largest Asian-themed night market in the US.The festival’s recipe for success? A little bit of everything.Visitors can feast their way through hundreds of food and drink options, from traditional Asian favorites to wild mashups designed for the Instagram era. Expect everything from dumplings, noodles and Korean street food to creations like Hot Cheeto burritos, seafood fries, lobster rolls, peach cobblers, matcha lattes, deep fried pizzas, bulgogi rice bowls, and Dubai chocolate churro sundaes.Basically: if it can be fried, stuffed, drizzled or turned into a dessert, it probably has a spot here.But 626 Night Market isn’t just a food frenzy.The sprawling event also features shopping booths packed with unique finds, including handmade African jewelry, anime merchandise, plushies, airbrushed T-shirts, custom tote bags, carved crystals, collectible gaming accessories — and even taxidermy insects for those looking to take home a truly unforgettable souvenir.California's top news, sports and entertainment delivered to your inbox every day.

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