International Institute's Festival of Nations: August 23-24, 2008
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A Celebration of Diversity in St. Louis
Saturday, August 23, 10am-7pm
Sunday, August 24, 10am-6pm
Admission and entertainment are FREE
International Institute’s Festival of Nations is
St. Louis ’ leading multicultural celebration featuring:
- traditional dance and music,
- ethnic food,
- cultural and educational exhibits,
- folk art demonstrations,
- and an international market.
View a video about the Festival of Nations.
Where
Outdoors in the leafy urban setting of Tower Grove Park on the City's South Side. The event will take place nearest S. Grand and Arsenal, just steps away from the thriving International District. A free shuttle service will be available throughout the Park during most of the opening hours. Parking is available in Tower Grove Park and on surrounding streets. To view a map of the festival area click here.
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Activities & Entertainment
 Music & Dance
Listen to traditional music and song in Folk Grove. Dance and swing with traditional ethnic artists at the Forest Stage. See you local world music favorites at the World Music Stage. From Spanish flamenco to a Vietnamese dragon dance, from thundering Ivorian drums to Jewish klezmer, there is something for every taste.
Food & Drink
30+ food booths featuring delicate Bosnian baklava, Brazil's national dish feijoada, Ethiopian injera with doro wt, Filipino kebabs, and other mouth-watering ethnic treats!
Shopping
25+ gift booths selling Mexican glassware, Israeli jewelry, Indian saris and other hand-made items.
Fun for all ages
Children's Area with ethnic storytelling, mask-making and other hands-on activities. Test your dancing and athletic skills in the Village Green, where you can join in on informal, free dance lessons including Spanish Flamenco, popular Indian dancing and the Mexican Hat Dance. Stop at the World Sports Meadow to show off your strength in the caber toss.
Cultural Corner
Learn about your cultural ancestry and your new immigrant neighbors. Visit informational booths from local community agencies and cultural organizations.
Sponsorship & Commercial Booth Opportunities
Sponsorship and Commercial Booth opportunities for Festival of Nations starting at $750, and advertising rates are extremely affordable. Please contact Shawna Brinson at (314) 773-9090 x117 for more information.
Thank you to our 2007 sponsors:
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