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
EMBRACE IT! FEEL IT! CELEBRATE IT!
MULTICULTURAL FESTIVAL SCHEDULE
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LOCATION
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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
- The Kichi Sibi Women Drummers
Opening Song, Prayer & Smudging
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Friday, July 18
3:30 pm – 8:00 pm
ENJOY A WIDE RANGE OF ENTERTAINMENT
- Hasika Namburi
Indian Classical Dance - Amanda Fox
Pow Wow FitNish – Interactive Workout & Cultural Experience - Dexter and Serena Sernoskie
Fiddle, Piano & Step Dancing - Destino Flamenco
Flamenco Music & Dance - Makhena Rankin Guerin
Indigenous Hoop Dance Performance - Melody on Strings
Instrumental Indian Music - Odyssey Dance Troupe
Greek Dance Performance - Ning Wang
Chinese Erhu Instrumental Music - DYS
Bollywood Dance Performance - 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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TIME
EVENT DETAILS
LOCATION
TICKETS
Saturday, July 19
12:00 pm
OPENING CEREMONIES
- Annadeane Kerr
Bagpiping Performance - 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
- Philippine Dance Troupe of Ottawa
Filipino Dance Performance - Fana Soro – Yamo! Yamo!
West-African Music & Interactive Drumming Performance - Maracatuque
Brazilian Percussions - Stacey Can-Tamakloe
Ghanaian Dance Workshop - Tanya Navolska
Ukranian Bandura Music - 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 - Rhythmic Nertha Foundation & Roo Sara Dance School
Sri Lankan Dance Performance - Esmeraldas de Colombia
Columbian Dance Performance - Success Dragon Lion Dance Troupe
Lion & Dragon Dances - Oriental Dance Troupe
Chinese Dance Performances - Tine Rufaro Marimba Band
Zimbabwean Marimba Music Performance - Contigo Perú
Peruvian Dance Performances
- Naz Dance Group
Persian Dance Performance - Turkish Canadian Cultural Association
Turkish Folk Dance Performance – Colours of Anatolia - Valley Hindu Parivar
Garba Dance Performance & Garba Dance Workshop
- Bhawna Garg
Bollywood Dance Performance - Salamate Gnawa
Moroccan Music Group
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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
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