JULY 18/19, 2025
The Multicultural Festival is a vibrant celebration of cultural diversity, bringing together communities to honor the rich traditions, flavors, and artistry from around the world. Since 2017, this lively event showcases an array of authentic international cuisines, where visitors can savor delicious dishes from different cultures, prepared by local chefs and culinary artisans.
Beyond the food, the festival features dynamic performances from across the globe, including traditional dances, live music, and captivating storytelling that reflect the beauty of diverse heritages. Attendees can also explore an international marketplace filled with handcrafted goods, clothing, and art, offering a unique glimpse into global craftsmanship.
Interactive cultural workshops and demonstrations provide a hands-on experience, allowing visitors to learn traditional dances, try their hand at unique crafts, or discover the history behind cultural customs.
The Multicultural Festival is more than just a celebration—it’s a chance to connect, learn, and appreciate the traditions that make our world beautifully diverse. Join us for a weekend of unity, joy, and cultural exchange!
PEMBROKE MULTICULTURAL FESTIVAL
CONNECT, LEARN & APPRECIATE DIVERSE TRADITIONS
MULTICULTURAL FESTIVAL SCHEDULE
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TIME
EVENT DETAILS
LOCATION
TICKETS
Friday, July 18
4:00 pm
OPENING CEREMONIES
- Nancy Ward & the Kichi Sibi Women Drummers (BIAK)
Opening Song, Prayer & Smudging
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Friday, July 18
3:30 pm – 8:00 pm
ENJOY A WIDE RANGE OF ENTERTAINMENT
- Hasika
Indian Classical Dance - Amanda Fox
Pow Wow FitNish – Interactive Workout & Cultural Experience - Dexter and Serena Sernoskie
Fiddle, Piano & Step Dancing - El Norte Flamenco
Flamenco Music & Dance - Makhena Rankin Guerin
Indigenous Hoop Dance - Melody on Strings
Instrumental Indian Music - Ning Wang
Chinese Erhu instrumental music - Lovin’ Bhangra
Bhangra Dance Performance - Latinos in the Ottawa Valley
Latin Dance Performance & Interactive Workshop
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Friday, July 18
3:30 pm – 8:00 pm
FOOD VENDORS
Try a taste of something new
CRAFT VENDORS
Shop around for something special
LOCAL CULTURAL GROUPS
Learn about cultures represented in our area
HISTORY WALK
Find out about some of the people that shaped our community
ENTERTAINMENT FOR KIDS & FAMILIES
Bouncy castles, face painting, fire trucks, and more
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TIME
EVENT DETAILS
LOCATION
TICKETS
Saturday, July 19
12:00 pm
OPENING CEREMONIES
- Annadeane Kerr
Bagpiper - Circle of Turtle Lodge
Opening Song, Prayer & Smudging
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Saturday, July 19
12:00 pm – 8:00 pm
ENJOY A WIDE RANGE OF ENTERTAINMENT
- Fana Soro – Yamo! Yamo!
Internactive West-African Music & Drumming Performance - Stacey Can-Tamakloe
Ghanaian Dance Workshop - Lovin’ Bhangra (Simran Group)
Bhangra Dance Workshop - Fonte d’Amore Tarantella Dance Group
Traditional Italian Tarantella Dance - Vistula Polish Dance Group
Polish Dance Performances - Esmeraldas de Colombia
Columbian dance performance - Oriental Dance Troupe
Chinese dance performances - Success Dragon Lion Dance Troupe
Lion & Dragon Dances - Falguni & Group (Valley Hindu Parivar)
Garba Dance Performance - Tine Rufaro Marimba Band
Zimbabwean Marimba Music Performance
PEMBROKE WATERFRONT
Saturday, July 19
12:00 pm – 8:00 pm
FOOD VENDORS
Try a taste of something new
CRAFT VENDORS
Shop around for something special
LOCAL CULTURAL GROUPS
Learn about cultures represented in our area
HISTORY WALK
Find out about some of the people that shaped our community
ENTERTAINMENT FOR KIDS & FAMILIES
Bouncy castles, face painting, fire trucks, and more
PEMBROKE WATERFRONT
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