ALEXANDRIA, VA-The Around the World Cultural Food Festival returns Saturday, Aug. 24. In its eighth year, the festival will be held at Oronoco Bay Park (100 Madison St.).
The 11 am to 7pm festival is an immersive experience, where attendees can try different foods from around the world while enjoying performances from dancers and singers from various contries.
A press release reads:
This year, we are taking our patrons on a one-day trip around the world, presenting the cuisine, culture, and traditions of nearly 50 countries. With only one ethnic food vendor per country, visitors will have the opportunity to explore over 150 traditional food items from 24 countries. In addition to the culinary delights, there will be folk dances and performances from 12 countries and a wide selection of goods from over 110 ethnic artisans and crafters, independent consultants, small businesses, and non-profit organizations.
Though there is no entrance fee, visitors must purchase food and beverages.
Organizers write that the purpose of the festival is “to create a cultural and educational experience like no other in the DMV in which participating exhibitors are encouraged to present the most traditional items from their countries.”
