11th Annual OneWorld Multicultural Festival

South Okanagan Immigrant & Community Services (SOICS) is excited toannounce the return of the highly anticipated 11th Annual OneWorldMulticultural Festival on Saturday, February 24th 2024.
Hosted at the Penticton Lakeside Resort & Conference Centre from 11:00am to 3:00 pm, admission to the OneWorld Multicultural Festival is free andeveryone is welcome.
With over 35 cultures represented, the festival offers a unique opportunity toexplore and appreciate the diverse traditions and heritage of South Okanagan-Similkameen community members.
Here are five things to expect at the OneWorld Festival:
1. Mezmerizing multicultural music and dance
Culturally diverse, local performers will traditionally dance and sharetheir songs on the OneWorld stage. Arrive early! Seating is limited.
2. A vibrant marketplace of cultural treasures
Discover cultural community groups and admire international artifactswhile browsing the OneWorld Merchandise Vendor’s global goods, booksand more.
3. Flavours that speak of heritage and culture
Experience the joy of sharing food with others while you savor a diversearray of global culinary delights from the OneWorld Food Vendors.
4. Captivating stories that inspire and uplift
Step into the world of local immigrants as they share the experienceswhile creating connections that celebrate our shared humanity.
5. An inclusive and accessible event for the entire family
Engage in interactive, family friendly activities, games, and crafts thatentertain children of any age.
Join the over 2500 residents who come together annually to celebrate therichness of our community’s diversity. The OneWorld Multicultural Festival is anunforgettable experience that will ignite your senses and leave you with arenewed appreciation for the beauty of our diverse community.