iFest USA Returns to Houston

HOUSTON – International Festival USA is the nation’s official celebration of multiculturalism and diversity, and what better a city to host this fun event than right here in Houston!

This Saturday, (5/20) iFest USA will celebrate Houston’s ethnic diversity -- while promoting learning, peace, love, and friendship.

The festival kicks off at 2p at Discovery Green downtown with plenty of free fun for the whole family.

From food to live music and entertainment, this is is great way to experience different parts of the world without ever leaving H-Town.

Admission is free, but you must register for your free pass at theinternationalfest.org.

Watch as LJ Woodard chats more about this weekend’s big event, and dancer Sal Elsayed gives us a preview of his beautiful Egyptian Folklore performance.

International Food and Cuisine Market

The World Cuisines area takes your taste buds on a trip around the globe with five Food Trucks representing 42 culinary traditions.

Entertainment

Live Cultural Entertainment will be provided from a wide range of ethnic groups.

Cultural Village & Business Market

Grab A Passport from one of The iFest USA Information Booths And interact with an ethnic participants in the Cultural Village which will include:

Cultural Artifacts I Accessories I Art I Clothing I Cultural Instruments I Gifts I Home Goods I Jewelry I And More

Event Logistics

Date: Saturday, May 20, 2023

Location: Discovery Green (Downtown Houston)

Admission: Admission is Free. Register for your FREE PASS at: www.theinternationalfest.org

Schedule of Events

Event Time: 2p-9p

AAPI Heritage Month Celebration: 5 pm - 7 pm

We will present a two-hour national celebration in honor of Asian American & Pacific Islander Heritage Month. The celebration honors the cultures of the Asian American Pacific Islander (AAPI) community and the generations of AAPIs who have helped make Houston one of the most diverse cities in the world.

CULTURE SPOTLIGHT (EGYPT): 7 pm - 9 pm

UN World Diversity Day Tribute

Special Guests include:

H.E. Ambassador Hosam Alkaweesh, Consul General of Egypt

Tarek Sabry, President Of Egyptian American Society

Egyptian Performance Sal Elsayed and many more.


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