Villages from Around the World

Visit 21 life-sized cultural villages and discover the art, architecture, music, dance, traditional dress and food of countries near and far. Representatives from local cultural organizations team with local students from Palm Beach County public schools to present each unique village.

 Entertainment

Two stages of multi-cultural entertainment.

Click here to view the entertainment schedule

  Taste of the Nations

Spice up your life and try exotic foods from far and near.
Visit our International Beer & Wine Garden.

 Children’s Activity Area

Enjoy professional storytellers, international arts, hands-on crafts, and traditional games from around the world. Story weavers from around the world will capture the imagination of children and adults alike.

 International Shopping Bazaar

Shop for authentic crafts and gifts from around the world.

When:

Sunday, January 25, 2004
from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Location:

Downtown West Palm Beach at the foot of Clematis Street in Centennial Square and the East Library Grounds.

Admission:

FREE & open to the public.

Attendance:

More than 20,000 people are expected to attend.

Prizes:

Schools & cultural groups compete for a total of $2,750 in prizes.

Produced by:

The City of West Palm Beach in partnership with the School District of Palm Beach County.

Awards:

Awarded “Best Educational Program” by the International Festival & Events Association

Information:

City of WPB - Mary Pinak,
Community Events Manager
Telephone (561) 659-8007
 email: mpinak@wpb.org

Media Inquiries:

Margie Yansura, 561-820-1383 office; 561 -313-5028 cellphone; 561-832-1595 afterhours