MUSIC & TRADITIONAL PERFORMANCES

AUTHENTIC INTERNATIONAL CUISINE

MULTICULTURAL CRAFT VENDORS

FUN FAMILY ACTIVITIES

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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!

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MULTICULTURAL FESTIVAL SCHEDULE

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FRIDAY, JULY 18

TIME

EVENT DETAILS

LOCATION

TICKETS

Friday, July 18

3:00 pm

PRE-FESTIVAL FUN

Around the World Storytime & All-Ages Scavenger Hunt

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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
Odyssey Dance Troupe
Greek Dance Performance
Ning Wang
Chinese Erhu instrumental music
Lovin’ Bhangra
Bhangra Dance Performance
Latino Connection 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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SATURDAY, JULY 19

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
Maracatuque
Brazilian Percussions
Stacey Can-Tamakloe
Ghanaian Dance Workshop
Local Immigration Partnership
Culture Connector Award Ceremony
Starz in Motion
Local Youth Gymnastics
Lovin’ Bhangra (Simran Group)
Bhangra Dance Workshop
Fonte d’Amore Tarantella Dance Group
Traditional Italian Tarantella Dance
Viva Mexico! Ottawa
Mexican Dance Performance
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
Tine Rufaro Marimba Band
Zimbabwean Marimba Music Performance
Sri Lanka Canada Association of Ottawa
Sri Lankan dance performance
Turkish Canadian Cultural Association
Turkish Dance Performance
Valley Hindu Parivar
Garba Dance Performance