Magical parades. Fabulous feasts. Dizzying dancing. The spirit of celebration crosses languages, oceans, continents and cultures, as people revel in their heritages and communities.
Sixth Avenue Summerfest
July 05, 2008
New York, New York, USA
More than 400 exhibitors create a midway along Sixth Avenue from 23rd to 34th Streets.
Chilian Festival & Expo
July 05 - July 06, 2008
Long Beach, California, USA
Chilian Wine, Textiles Food and Culture, Exhibits. and International Food Court.
USO – Avenue of the Americas Summerfest
July 06, 2008
New York, New York, USA
At this 18th annual festival, over 500 international food, art, craft, antique, and general merchandise exhibitors will create a midway along Avenue of the Americas. Over 100 cultural and corporate displays will be on view. A wide variety of multi-ethnic and characteristic entertainment will be present throughout the festival, all free to the public.
Tour de Dance National Dance Tour
July 07, 2008 - April 09, 2009
Tempe, Arizona, USA
Tour de Dance offers…. An exciting, fun, inter-active, multi-generational, fitness-oriented, hugely popular, social, media-worthy, dance-oriented entity that frequently partners with appropriate venues to provide an attraction that increases attendance at the gate. What is Tour de Dance? It is an entity created by Mary Lou Kaye, a DEA and PDF-certified dance instructor, to promote a national circuit of dance contests, dance instruction and teacher certification. It is designed for the hundreds of thousands of grass roots dancers in the country who are anxious to excel in their favorite activity and/or test their skills against others, providing a great show in the process. The Dance Program is a feature attraction that will increase attendance at any venue where excitement, entertainment and fun are the rule of the day. Tour de Dance can be: ¦ A Stand Alone Event ¦ An attention-grabbing attraction at an existing venue ¦ Adapted for a multitude of interest groups with varying goals ¦ A great draw for free media coverage
SummerFest - 2008
July 11 - July 13, 2008
Arkport, New York, USA
Arkport Summerfest is in it's 22nd year. Parade, 5K Run, Fireworks, Bands, Inflatable, Food Vendors, Craft Vendors!!
Native American Art Festival
July 12 - July 13, 2008
Lakeside, Arizona, USA

21st Annual Native American Art Festival (use 2008 Print from Four Seasons) The Pinetop-Lakeside Chamber of Commerce is hosting the 21st Annual Native American Art Festival July 12 – 13, 2008 at Mountain Meadow Recreation Complex in Pinetop-Lakeside. More than 60 of the Southwest’s finest American Indian artists will display and sell their handmade jewelry, paintings, rugs and other authentic Indian artwork. This is a juried event (only handmade items allowed) and the original artist must be present. Hours are 9 to 5 pm Saturday and 9 to 4 pm Sunday. Native American Artists are encouraged to call the Chamber at (800) 573-4031 to have an application mailed to them.

The Annual Native American Pre-Show will be held at Hon-Dah Resort-Casino Conference Center Friday, July 11th at 6 pm. A select group of artists will be displaying and selling their artwork during this evening. The evening will have live entertainment from Native American Artists, drawings for Native American art, appetizers and a no host bar. Tickets for the Pre-Show are available at the Chamber of Commerce.

All event proceeds go to the Pinetop-Lakeside Chamber of Commerce. Proceeds from the items Hon-Dah will be raffling go to the Non-Profit Agency of Hon-Dah’s choice.

Park Avenue Summerfest Festival
July 12, 2008
New York, New York, USA
NYC Celebration of Nations Festival
July 13, 2008
New York, New York, USA
At this, the 14th annual festival, over 400 international food, art, craft, antique, and merchandise exhibitors will create a midway along Madison Avenue. Over 50 cultural and corporate displays will be on view. Entertainment will be multi-ethnic and characteristic of this important family-oriented event.
South African Food Festival
July 13 - July 14, 2008
Gum Spring, Virginia, USA
Join Grayhaven Winery as they host the first South African Food Festival in the U.S. Taste the delectable grilled meats and exotic dishes South Africa is known for. Dutch, Indian and Malaysian influences come together with native dishes to create a melting pot of culture and cuisine that is uniquely South African. Taste the adventure as South African chefs whip up a weekend of fantastic food complimented by South African wines and Grayhaven's own Virginia-made Pinotage.
Africa Meets African America Cultural Arts Conf.
July 17 - July 20, 2008
Jamaica , New York, USA
An event that will open the community and the nation at large to the wealth of information and culture that exists in this country through the arts of the African Diaspora. The festival will offer workshops in dance, drum, song, and folklore with Master artists from Africa, Haiti, Cuba, and America, as well as panel discussions on the cultural arts movement, and concerts featuring top African dance companies from America and Africa!
Bite of Seattle
July 18 - July 20, 2008
Seattle, Washington, USA
The Northwest’s Premier Food Festival and Restaurant Showcase will celebrate its 24th year in 2007 Held at Seattle Center, the Bite features over 50 of Seattle’s finest restaurants, over 30 food product companies, 5 beer and wine gardens, the Vines of Washington wine tasting exhibit and 8 entertainment stages (including comedy club and kids’ stage). The Bite also features The Alley, a sampling of the area’s best restaurants with proceeds benefiting Food Lifeline. Adjacent to The Alley is The Bite Cooks! a high-energy cooking demonstration featuring Seattle’s finest chefs and renowned cooking diva Kathy Casey as this year's emcee! Blazin' tempuratures and Seattle's best restaurants came together to form the perfect Bite weekend, enjoyed by an estimated 400,000 hungry folks! The event kicked off on Friday with an opening ceremony to celebrate the Bite's 25th anniversary and continuted throughout the weekend with tasty food, refreshing beverages and great entertainment for people of all ages. We thank Bite-goers near and far for 25 wonderful years as a Seattle summer tradition, and we can't wait to be back in 2007!
Portland International Beer Fest
July 18 - July 20, 2008
Portland, Oregon, USA
PIB IS A BEER LOVER'S PARADISE: 120 world-class beers from 15 different countries. Portland International Beerfest specializes in hard-to-find rare & exotic styles of beer from breweries near & far. It has been called the most sophisticated beer festival in the country. PIB is situated in a beautiful downtown park setting amidst big trees and green grass, much like you might find in the famed beer gardens of Germany & Belgium. Great music & food are on hand all weekend, along with free games such as darts, chess, checkers, and backgammon. PIB is pet-friendly. Come find out why our motto is: "Taste the greatest beers you’ve never heard of!" Tired of tasting you way around the world? Just want to sit down with a delicious full-sized beer? Swing by the GRANDE BEER GARDEN where you can get full pints of premium imports for just $3!
The Madison Square Festival
July 18, 2008
New York, New York, USA
New York City Unfolds Street Fair
July 19 - July 20, 2008
New York, New York, USA
The annual benefit to showcase the AIDS Memorial Quilt sponsored by the Names Project.
East Side Summerfest
July 19, 2008
New York, New York, USA
A day of fun and excitement along the fashionable Upper East Side of Manhattan. Over 500 international arts, crafts, jewelry and general merchandise exhibitors.
National Hamburger Festival
July 19 - July 20, 2008
Akron, Ohio, USA

The festival features 25 restaurants from across the country serving over 50 different styles of burgers. Other summer favorite foods are served as well. Sponsors and vendors set up booths to sell and promote their products. The main stage features live music and contests including the Ohio Hamburger Eating Championship, Miss Hamburger Festival, Baby Burger, The Ohio Hamburger Cook -Off and the famous Bobbing for Burgers(In a pool of ketchup- A Must See. A children’s tent offers entertainment for the kids and a Cooking Stage features chefs and sponsors demonstrating and sampling recipes. The festival benefits the Akron Children's Hospital.
San Diego Pride
July 19 - July 20, 2008
San Diego, California, USA

A weeklong celebration of our diverse community! The San Diego Pride Celebration is the 10th largest in the United States attracting 175,000 spectators to the Parade and 50,000 to the 2-day weekend Festival. The Pride Parade is the best attended and largest single day event in San Diego.

The Pride Parade is a powerful display of diversity, acceptance and celebration. Thousands of Parade participants move with flamboyant splendor on the mile long route with their gay banners waving above the exuberant caravan of lavish floats, drag mavens in fancy duds, dykes on bikes and gay-friendly politicians, sponsors, and civic organizations. Over three hours, the streets of Hillcrest burst with colorful displays of pride amid music and dancing emanating from the 200 parade contingents. With 175,000 enthusiastically cheering spectators lining the Parade route, the Pride Parade is a highlight of the Celebration.

The two-day Pride Festival features 8 stages of entertainment, musicians, bands, comedy and dance performers, 300 participating vendor booths, an Art exhibit, a Vintage Auto Show, cultural presentations, great food and much more!
Tango Joven Festival 2008
July 19 - July 23, 2008
Chicago, Illinois, USA
Tanghetto: electrotango

Tanghetto is an argentine band led by Max Masri (synths and programming) and Diego S. Velázquez (guitars) formed in 2001. The name "Tanghetto" (the combination of the words "tango" and "ghetto") was inspired by the "little argentinas", the communities of exiled argentines living overseas.

In the mid 90s, Max Masri (in his teens he was one of the last disciples of the legendary tango maestro Virgilio Expósito) went back to Buenos Aires from Germany after sharing interesting experiences with argentine emigrants and, because of that, brought the idea to create a new musical language, blending tango with modern sounds.

In late 1998 he started working with Diego S. Velázquez and they began recording and producing their first electrotango tracks. In 2001 this idea was revived, with a modern sound, their own compositions and, finally, a name for the project: Tanghetto.

The current line-up includes Federico Vázquez (bandoneón), Antonio Boyadjian (piano) and Daniel Corrado (drums).

See website for Tanghetto's recent history
Atlanta Gaming Festival
July 19 - July 20, 2008
Marietta, Georgia, USA

The Atlanta Gaming Festival is an event for people who are into all forms & types of gaming. There will be competition for all ages. Gaming industry companies will be demonstrating their products and games. For entertainment we will be having a Rock Concerts both days. This festival has no age limit, from 5 to 60, and parents are welcome too.
Colombian Week Annual Scholarship & Banquet
July 19, 2008
Queens, New York, USA
The Gala banquet is part of Colombian Week celebrations. It's held the Friday before the Colombian Parade. Scholarships are distributed to deserving students during the festivities.
Glam Jam
July 19 - July 20, 2008
Indianapolis, Indiana, USA
Inclusive Markerting can give you access to hundreds of thousands of consumer touchpoints. 35th annual summer celebration will take place in downtown Indianapolis attracting approximately 250k attendees. Inclusive Marketing has secured prime event real estate to function as an outdoor brand environment for sponsors. Inclusive Marketing is also providing djs for entertainment as well as street team models for event promotion. Summer Celebration is the largest African-American event in the US..don't miss the opportunity to reach out to a unique demographic.
Bronx Dominican Parade
July 20, 2008
Bronx, New York, USA
For more information, see website!
Fiesta Vallenata
July 21, 2008
Yonkers, New York, USA
LATIN MUSIC FESTIVAL
Summit County Fair
July 22 - July 27, 2008
Tallmadge, Ohio, USA
Demolition Derby, Truck & Tractor Pulls, Motocross, Kid's Day Circus, Lumberjack Show, Local Entertainment, Demonstrations, Great Food & Rides
Colombian Parade
July 22, 2008
Queens, New York, USA
This colorful event takes place in the boro of Queens, NY, and attracts over 75,000 spectators
<>Summit County Fair
July 22 - July 27, 2008
Tallmadge, Ohio, USA
County Fair filled with entertainment, animal exhibits and shows, crafts, food, rides, games, commerical vendors,Summit County Farm Bureau Antique Musuem, Toy Tractor Musuem, grandstand show, contests and more...
Lumberjack Days
July 24 - July 27, 2008
Stillwater, Minnesota, USA
Stihl Timbersports Series Championships (as seen on ESPN), Free National Act Concerts, Running Races, Thunder in the Valley Fireworks Show (one of the largest in the U. S.), Drum & Bugle Corps Competition, Grand Parade, Wine Tasting Dinner River Cruise, Giant Inflatable Kid's Playland, and more are all part of this annual summer festival.

Stillwater offers a harmonious atmosphere of planned development and managed growth, coupled with more than one hundred years of rich history that has placed the City of Stillwater itself on the National Registry of Historic Places. The site of the state's territorial convention in 1848, Stillwater was a thriving logging town into the late 1800's. Stillwater takes pride in preserving the past.

Native American Celebration
July 24, 2008
Salt Lake City, Utah, Utah, USA
The Native American Celebration is the largest and "Hottest" Multi-cultural event in the Salt Lake City area attracting 90,000 people from throughout the world. We have artisans from throughout North and South American, and food vendors from many different cultures sharing a taste of their culture. The mission of the Native American Celebration is to educate and share the proud heritage of the Native American and the Ethnic community to the world through music and dance, cultural displays, entertainment and the arts, both traditional and contemporary. To foster self-sufficiency and self-reliance for all Native Americans and Ethnic communities through entrepreneurship, sound financial practices and integrity. Lift Native Americans and all ethnic communities to a higher level of self-worth so that they will achieve their individual and community potential. Our theme is "Commmunity Cultural Festival"
Spirit Mountain Casino Washington County Fair
July 24 - July 27, 2008
Hillsboro, Oregon, USA
This is Washington County's annual Fair, with great food, music, carnival rides, truck pull, demolition derby, rodeo, livestock exhibits, commericial vendors. Positioned on the west side of the Portland Metropolitan area in the heart of Oregon's High-Tech industry, this Fair reflects the County's diverse mix of agriculture along with a fast-growing urban population.
Taste of Niagara
July 25 - July 27, 2008
Niagara Falls, New York, USA
The Taste of Niagara is an event designed to showcase Western New York and the Niagara region along with its culinary offerings, hippest entertainment and favorite beverages, it also serves a humanitarian purpose for the local community by raising money for Western New York charities.
Africa Meets African America Cultural Arts Festival
July 25 - July 27, 2008
New York, New York, USA
This culture has grown so large over the centuries that it has touched every other culture in some way over time. We invite all to attend this event, all ages, ethnicities, and levels of expertise.This festival was created not only to open peopl up to the cultures of Africa and Amfrican America but to also bridge the gap between Africans and African Americans and began to teach the youth of these two communities to embrace themselves, love who they are, as the elders also learn to use the ancestral arts to uplift themselves and the world as a whole. Emerging Artists from these two communities as well as long time favorites teach workshops that lead up to a performance exploring these cultural art forms from West Africa and African America.
Gran Fiesta Fort Worth
July 25 - July 27, 2008
Fort Worth, Texas, USA
Gran Fiesta is a colorful outdoor festival celebrating Hispanic/Latin music, art and cuisine. This premier fiesta pays tribute to the incredible influence of Hispanic and Latin cultures upon Texas and the Southwest. Gran Fiesta includes a large cultural component, great food and drinks, and a G-rated atmosphere that is appropriate for the entire family. Gran Fiesta Fort Worth is the largest multi-day Hispanic Festival in DFW; one of the largest metropolitan areas in the United States. Sponsors include Coors Light, O'Reilly Auto Parts, and Coca Cola.
Quick Chek New Jersey Festival of Ballooning
July 25 - July 27, 2008
Readington, New Jersey, USA
WEBSITE: www.balloonfestival.com ATTENDANCE: 175,000-plus DEMOGRAPHICS: - 85% of attendees are families with children - Average stay per family is 7.5 hours - Over 50% of attendees’ household income exceeds $50,000 - 54% of attendees are female, 46% are male. - 80% of attendees are from New Jersey; 48 other states are represented as well EVENT PROMOTION & MEDIA: - Three month pre-event media campaign valued at over $500,000 - New customer acquisition thru database participation - On-site giveaways - Retail promotions - cross-promotional opportunities with other event sponsors - Extensive PR coverage - VIP meet and greets 2007 HIGHLIGHTS: - Up to 125 Hot Air Balloons ascended 6 times during the weekend - Four Headliner Concerts (Chuck Negron, former lead singer of Three Dog Night on Friday Night, Jonas Brothers on Saturday Afternoon, Blues Traveler on Saturday Night, and Creedence Clearwater Revisited Sunday Afternoon) - Fireworks Show - Friday Night - Balloon Glow - Saturday Night - Galaxy of Thrills featuring Galaxy Girl, the highest aerial act in the world - “Fly In” movie, the Wizard of Oz - Hundreds of Arts & Crafters and Vendors - Much, much more
Southwest Airlines Torchlight Parade at Seafair
July 26, 2008
Seattle, Washington, USA

Join 300,000 spectators along downtown Seattle's Fourth Avenue as 100 parade units make their way south down the 2.5 mile route from Seattle Center to Seahawks Stadium at the 59th Annual Southwest Airlines Torchlight Parade at Seafair. In the parade you'll find marching bands, the Seafair Clowns and Pirates, beautifully illuminated floats, giant helium balloons, dance and drill teams, and lots more!
Petersburg Intercultural Celebration 2008
July 26 - July 27, 2008
Petersburg, Virginia, USA
Over 20 different acts/entertainment from Chinese dancers to jazz, bluegrass, gospel, and more; food; Filipino and Indian dancers; children's games; housing and health fair; vendors with food from different cultures available. This is the fifth year!
Washington Square Summer Fair
July 26, 2008
New York, New York, USA
PUPUSA Festival
July 26 - July 27, 2008
Los Angeles, California, USA
The 2000 census figures 71% Latinos residents for the zip code 90057 More than 15,000 Hispanics attendants will enjoy food from El Salvador especially the most popular a tortilla called PUPUSA, which is stuffed with cheese, refried beans and other fillings such as beef or pork rinds then grilled and served with spicy pickled cabbage and hot sauce. At this free Street Fair you will find different type of Salvadorian food such as: fried plantain (a type of green banana), fried beans with rice (casamiento), cheese or cream, coffee, rice and beans, steak or chicken, salad and tropical fruit such as mangoes, watermelon or jocotes, a deep-red, pitted fruit. In addition, attendants will find free health screenings for the whole family, free gifts, Carnival Games, Live Music, and a variety of products, services and information provided by all type of exhibitors.
Peruvian Festival
July 27, 2008
Queens, New York, USA
For more information, see website!
Seafair Fleet Week
July 30 - August 03, 2008
Seattle, Washington, USA

Seafair is proud to welcome the men and women of the U.S. Navy, U.S. Coast Guard, and Canadian Navy, as they enter Elliot Bay on Seattle's waterfront for the annual Seafair Fleet Arrival Parade of Ships, Wednesday, July 30.
Mt. Mitchell Crafts Fair
August 01 - August 02, 2008
Burnsville, North Carolina, USA
People for miles around know that the place to be on the first weekend in August, if you have a true appreciation for traditional crafts, is the historic downtown of Burnsville. Whether you are looking for beautiful handmade quilts, pottery, woven baskets, or most any other handmade craft, a trip to the Mt. Mitchell Crafts Fair will be well worth your time.
Manhattan Youth Fair
August 01, 2008
New York, New York, USA
116th St. Festival "Carnaval del Barrio"
August 01 - August 03, 2008
New York, New York, USA
Fun-filled open air festival with 2 musical stages, rides for the kids, folkloric food.
Washington Renaissance Fantasy Faire
August 02 - August 17, 2008
Gig Harbor, Washington, USA
Faire has become the largest theatrical event in the State of Washington and runs three weekends in August. August 2 -3, August 9 -10 and August 16 -17. Enjoy jousting and equestrian events, sword fighting, gypsy dancing, Celtic dancing, wandering minstrels, and story telling. There will be children’s games, medieval musical performances, magicians, puppet shows, Shakespeare, bag pipers and much more! Also, The First Knight Academy will teach the art of sword fighting to all who wish to learn!!

Additional entertainment to include face painting, costume rental for all ages, Highland dancers, bag pipers, live chess competition, jesters, audience interaction - and you!
The Core Health Expo
August 02, 2008
New York, New York, USA
People's Festival
August 02 - August 03, 2008
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA
Enjoy two days of the area's best local talent live on stage, health & community information and educational exhibits, arts & crafts, poetry reading, fantastic food and much more from 1 to 8 pm. The 29th Annual Peoples' Festival takes place in Historic Vernon Park located at Germantown & Chelten Avenues, Philadelphia, PA. Rain dates are Saturday and Sunday, August 11th & 12th, 2007.
Festival of the Americas
August 03, 2008
New York, New York, USA
This is an annual celebration of all North, South and Central American countries and their cultures. It's also the largest street festival celebration in New York City!
Festival of India - Venice Beach CA
August 03, 2008
Venice Beach, California, USA
Festival Of India a cultural experience for the upliftment and re-spiritualization of mankind. On Festival Of India's stage, you'll experience programs including ancient, classical and traditional Bhajans & Kirtans--songs using ancient Indian instruments like the Mrdanga drums and Tamburas and Flutes. You'll see dramatic presentations from the Ramayan and the Maha Bharata, age old ancient histories from long ago. You'll also see many different styles of Ancient Indian Vedic Dance including the: Bharat Natyam; Odissi and Kathakali, which are all beautiful and mind-capturing.

Along with the dramatic presentations on stage we have several exhibits that give some transcendental insight into the deep and rich Vedic culture of Ancient India: there are exhibits on: diet--Vegetarianism--The Higher Taste; The Science of Reincarnation; The Ill ustrated Bhagavad Gita; Transcendental Art; Who Is Srila Prabhupada? --a Saint who introduced the culture of India to the western world; India / Another World; a twelve foot long sculpture called Changing Bodies-showing the cyle that the soul traverses in this world.

Along with all the exhibits, and the dynamic stage presentations there is the cuisine of India. At every Festival there is always free distribution of a wonderful sample dish with several classical South East Asian preparations including: Kitri; curried rice and subji vegetable dishes with fresh Panir; and of course Lassie (fruit and yogurt nectar drinks); Khir; and different types of Burfi and Sandesh (condensed milk sweets Along with the free feast, there are always several booths with many delicious Indian snacks and full meals available. For the experience of a lifetime, come to a Festival Of India and experience for yourself. See you there!

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Painted Hills Festival
August 04 - September 07, 2008
Mitchell, Oregon, USA
We start the day with races from the Painted Hills into town. Add the best parade ever seen, then move to the fun in the park. All day fun and activities, Historical comedy performed by locals, top it off with an auction of goodies and finish the night off with a street dance complete with hay bales in the middle of town!
Divas Uncorked Wine & Food Festival
August 07 - August 10, 2008
Edgartown/Martha's Vineyard, Massachusetts, USA
Divas Uncorked Wine and Food Festival, August 7-10, 2008. This year the festival will feature four days of events with wine and food personalities from across the country. Plus a bonus Divas event on Thursday, August 7 for those who register for the entire event! The festival supports Island Grown Initiative. Check back often for updated food personality information and schedules! THURSDAY DIVAS Uncorked! DATE: Thursday, August 7 TIME: 8:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m. PRICE: $40 LOCATION: Mansion House Roofdeck Move over guys, this kick off divas event is all about the ladies! Presented in the elegant setting of the Mansion House – the evening will celebrate extraordinary women in the wine & food industry. FRIDAY DIVAS VIP Wine Reception DATE: Friday, August 8 TIME: 6:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. PRICE: $0 free event for VIP guests only LOCATION: Harborview Hotel For invited guests of the Black Film Festival, sponsors and VIP ticketed guests only, this welcome reception will kickoff the Vintners Dinner. Table & Vine DATE: Friday, August 8 TIME: 7:00 p.m. - 12:00 a.m. PRICE: $125 LOCATION: Harborview Hotel, Edgartown Pair great wines from all over the world with International cuisine. The evening begins with an hour-long Divas Uncorked wine reception featuring its own label paired with lavish hors d’ourvres. Following the reception, indulge in some of the world's most sought-after and high-end wines with star chef for this exclusive vintners four-course dinner. In between courses, bid on autographed magnum wines auction by Sotherby’s, weekend getaways, dine-around gift packages, and more during the event’s live auction. The evening continues with signature desserts, must-have coffees, and other beverages fit for serving with top-notch confections, featuring Brachetto, one of the most sought after Italian sparkling dessert wines on the deck oceanside. SATURDAY Chicama Vineyards Vineyard Tour DATE: Saturday, August 9 TIME: 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. PRICE: $100 includes access pass to Grand Tasting, wine and wine bag, and more LOCATION: Outerland (ground tour) Tour Martha’s Vineyard aboard the … Divas Grand Tasting DATE: Saturday, August 9 TIME: 12:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. PRICE: $75 LOCATION: Outerland (tented event) The ultimate New England wine adventure begins in the Divas Grand Tasting tents filled with over 50 celebrity chefs, representatives of top wine and spirits producers, and local restaurateurs offering their finest cuisine. The Grand Tasting also includes arts & crafts vendors and a silent auction. The Kitchen Tent features four 30 minute demonstration events with cooking tips and wine pairings from the pros. Bubbles on the Barbie DATE: Saturday, August 9 TIME: 7:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m. PRICE: $95 LOCATION: Outerland (tented event) Pair great all American Dine Around barbecue cooking demos with sparkling wines, Champagne and you have an evening of class, a bit of diva,
Jefferson County Fair
August 08 - August 10, 2008
Port Townsend, Washington, USA
An old fashioned country Fair with fun for the whole family. Draft Horse pulls, 4H/FFA exhibits, animals, Barrel Races, 4 x 4 Mud Drags, lots of free entertainment and much more
Festival Latino
August 08 - August 10, 2008
Auburn, Washington, USA
Last year, Festival Latino became the largest Latin Festival in the Puget Sound region. With an overwhelming attendance of 24,885 people, this was certainly an event to remember.

With over 25 carnival rides, 100 booths, delicious food from all over Latin America, high energy entertainment, and a few surprises along the way, this years event is expected to draw over 40,000 people.
Montana Wild West Fest
August 09 - August 10, 2008
Helena, Montana, USA
The Montana Wild West Fest is a two-day event that will be held at the historic Kleffner Ranch in East Helena. The festival is a celebration of our Frontier History. The event is the annual fundraiser for The Montana Living History Program, a non-profit, who's mission is to preserve and perpetuate the skills of our frontier past and to teach, through example and re-enactment, the diverse history of our State. There will be tons of activities, all free...goldpanning, horse-riding, wagon rides, shootouts and re-enactments, vendors, western musicians and cowboy poets.
Filipino Festival
August 09, 2008
Richmond, Virginia, USA
PHILIPPINE CUISINE The PHILIPPINE CUISINE is a delectable combination of eastern and western menu. From more than 3 centuries of Spanish and half-a-century of American influences, they’re likewise inspired by Chinese, Japanese, Indian, British, French and Dutch influences. It’s truly a unique multi-cultural culinary hotpot with a dish for just about everybody. The classic dishes will include the “pancit“ (noodles, vegetables and meat in light delicious flavor) which was enjoyed by many American presidents. There will also be the “lumpia” (an egg roll of vegetables and meat served with an enticing sauce). There are many more that will be offered at the Festival for your gustatory delight! Interestingly, the current White House chief chef is a migrant from the Philippines. CHILDREN'S FOODS The children are encouraged to sample the dishes. Cake and healthy tropical drinks will be available. TROPICAL DRINKS Tropical drinks, desserts, merienda (snacks), pastries and other Filipino delicacies will also be served. One such memorable dessert is the Halo-Halo which is a healthy mixture of various fruits and sweetened beans, milk, and shaved ice, enjoyed slowly as a perfect summer treat. Top that with ice cream or with the world-famous Leche Flan and you’re in dining heaven! GAMES Everyone will be encouraged to try games of skill on different parts of the Festival grounds and win Festival tokens. There will inflated slides and games. SPECIALTY BOOTHS Tent booths for crafts, face painting and artists, learning a Philippine dance and others are being readied.
Delmarva Blue Crab Festival
August 09 - August 11, 2008
Milton, Delaware, USA

2nd Annual Delmarva Blue Crab Festival Edutainment event to educate and entertain. Crabs & Crafts! Music, Comedy, Food & Fun! All You Can Eat Crabs ($) Proud Supporter of preservation and conservation. Sponsors & Vendors Welcome! Volunteers needed. Entertainers needed. See website for contact information.

Dominican Festival and Parade
August 09 - August 10, 2008
New York, New York, USA
Fun filled open air festival with music stages, food and information kiosks,
Noche Latina Concert & Dance
August 09, 2008
New York, New York, USA
Dance the night away to the Latin sounds of the genres hottest acts.
The Madison Avenue Summer Fair
August 10, 2008
New York, New York, USA
NY Dominican Day Parade
August 10, 2008
New York, New York, USA

The Dominican community is a dynamic and vital force that adds greatly to the cultural, social and economic growth and diversity of New York City. Dominicans have made their presence felt in a positive and significant way, being the fastest growing group and the second largest Hispanic group in the New York City Metropolitan area.

The New York Dominican Parade and “Fiesta” are events attended by over 500,000 consumers and trade people. They offer an ideal venue to showcase your premier brands. Company participation at the New York Dominican Parade and Merengue Caliente Fiesta will provide exceptional opportunities to demonstrate your company’s support of the Hispanic community, to secure brand awareness, and to build consumer loyalty among this key segment of your business and consumer base.

Celebration for 2008 Beijing Games
August 11, 2008
Inglewood, California, USA
The Same World, the Same Dream – Cheers for the 2008 Beijing: A large-scale music and dancing celebration party. One hundred years of Olympics, and one hundred years of dreams. The 2008 Olympics will be held in Beijing, China. This is what millions of Chinese have been longing for. China – Walking to the worldwide scene! China – Opening its arms to the five continents!

In order to welcome this great moment in history, we will present “The Same World, the Same Dream – Cheers for the 2008 Beijing” large-scale music and dancing celebration party.

The grand celebration party will be held in The Forum at Los Angeles, United States on August 11. The Forum was once the Olympics forums in 1984, which can accommodate 18,000 people. It is the very first time that a Chinese celebration party will be held in this Forum. We will invite performing artists, sports celebrities, cultural celebrities, business celebrities and political figures to attend this event. There will be thousands of artists performing in this celebration party. It will be full of grandeur and strong sensation of enthusiasm! The flower drums played by hundreds of people will hit the highest pitch! There will be more than a hundred artists playing the violin and the Guzheng in the band. S.H.E – the most popular and the hottest Chinese girls’ trio, will be there. Witty comedians will be there, and a nearly one-thousand-people chorus will be there! Three Chinese tenors will also perform at the celebration party. There will be hundreds of dancers and largest-scale national martial artists performing at the celebration party. The 8- year-old Erhu artist and the 6-year-old singer from Nanjing Little Flower Performing Troupe, who have been praised by both President Hu Jingtao and President Bush, will also perform at the celebration party.

This celebration party with quyi, musical, dramatic, and choreographic works represents the essence of contemporary art and traditional art. This celebration party has received great attention and support from all over the world. This celebration party is sponsored by China Intercontinental Communication Center, CCTV Performing Center and A&A Art Center, with assistance from many Chinese and American media. CCTV, Shanghai Dragon TV, Phoenix Satellite TV (US), China News Service (CNS), Xinhua Net, and NBC will broadcast and have special coverage on this event. CCTV will broadcast this celebration party to millions of Chinese all over the world.

LOCAL CULTURAL ORGANIZATION TEAMS WITH CHINA’S TELEVISION NETWORK TO PRODUCE PRE OLYMIC EVENT
Taping in Inglewood Forum slated for worldwide audience.
China’s CCTV and Southern California’s A&A Art Center have announced the staging of a pre-Olympic event at the Inglewood Forum on August 11, 2007. The two hour production titled “One World One Dream One Celebration” The Celebration for Beijing 2008 will feature over three thousand performers in a multicultural display.
Scandinavian Festival
August 14 - August 17, 2008
Junction City, Oregon, USA
Since 1961, the people of Junction City Oregon have been celebrating their rich Scandinavian heritage by transforming their downtown area into a charming old world town. Offering cultural entertainment and activities in the authentic Scandinavian spirit, this four day event pays homage to the cultures of Denmark, Finland, Norway, Sweden, and Iceland. Visitors from across the country find treasured handicrafts including rosemalling, hardanger, pottery, woodcrafts, needle work, and original paintings, drawings, and watercolors.

Whether you prefer to participate or spectate, the Scandinavian Festival offers a variety of events for the whole family. Colorful costumes are highlighted during the fashion show, and storytellers and actors bring to life the tales of Hans Christian Andersen; and the ever-popular folk dancers are commonly caught with both feet off the ground. Noted as one of the festival's most spectacular features, these folk dancers travel from all over the Pacific Northwest to perform and instruct. Choral and instrumental groups, numerous stage events, and the historical museum tour add color and diversity to the Scandinavian festivities.
Fisherman's Feast of Boston
August 14 - August 17, 2008
Boston, Massachusetts, USA
This annual Italian festival is held in Boston's North End and was started in 1910 by immigrants from Sciacca Sicily. The festival includes free nightly entertainment and daily activities for the kids.
Ferndale Woodward Dream Cruise Weekend
August 15 - August 17, 2008
Ferndale, Michigan, USA
The weekend of classic car and Rock and Roll Music, along with the 14th Annual Ferndale Classic Car Show, 10th Annual Mustang Alley Show, 8th Annual Emergency Vehicle Show, Kids Play Zone, Cruiz'n Food Court, Exhibitors and Vendors.
Lapeer Days Festival
August 15 - August 17, 2008
Lapeer, Michigan, USA
Our annual Lapeer Days Festival is fast approaching! Lapeer Days weekend means different things to different people. Whether it’s the parade, carnival, car show, midway, headliner acts, or just a good excuse to close up shop and leave town for a few days, the third weekend in August is the time when the Lapeer area is to have fun. The numbers for the County’s premier event are impressive: Over 150,000 festival attendees Local non-profits raise more the $150,000 200 Volunteers 80 or more exhibitors and vendors 3 stages with non-stop entertainment
Cripple Creek Honors America's Armed Forces
August 15 - August 17, 2008
Cripple Creek, Colorado, USA
A fun filled weekend packed with a variety of events ranging from childrens activities to honor ceremonies for our men and women serving in our armed forces.
Heritage Celebration
August 15 - August 16, 2008
Calumet, Michigan, USA

Heritage Celebration recognizes the courageous emigrants who settled the Copper Country of Upper Michigan and together, worked to become Americans. We honor this living community created by our predecessors, and celebrate our mining heritage and cultural diversity with music, dance, food, and traditional arts. 2008 celebrates the contributions of the Croatians to the Copper Country.
Festival De La Isla
August 16, 2008
Vacaville, California, USA
Festival De La Isla is an electrifying Puerto Rican music festival where people come together to celebrate their culture, family and make new friendships. The music is loud, the people are moving and the food is hot. In addition to the musical entertainment, there are venders serving up authentic Puerto Rican food, clothes and other cultural flair. For the little ones, there will be a children’s area, which will offer an array of games, water slides, bounce houses, crafts and much more.
Tomato Festival & West Coast BBQ Championship
August 16 - August 17, 2008
Fairfield, California, USA
The Fairfield Tomato Festival & West Coast BBQ Championship is a celebration of Solano County's agricultural heritage. The centerpiece of the event is Tomato Alley- a fully enclosed canopy housing over 100 varieties of heirloom tomatoes for people to sample and purchase. The tomatoes are specially grown for the festival by Tenbrink Farms, and represent a rainbow of colors, shapes and sizes of heirloom tomatoes. In additon, Tomato Alley is home to a farmers market, wine tastings, gourmet tomato-related products and information booths. There are three live entertainment venues, two food courts and two full blocks of kids' activities. There is no admission or parking fee.
Lexington Avenue Summerfest
August 17, 2008
New York, New York, USA
West Suburban Italian Festival
August 21 - August 24, 2008
Addison, Illinois, USA
Chicago’s West Suburban Italian Festival is a celebration of the Italian American culture and heritage. Festival goers will enjoy beautiful European décor, delicious Italian foods from the region’s best Italian restaurants, top-notch entertainment – plus much, much more!
Train Festival at the Depot
August 22 - August 23, 2008
Columbus, Ohio, USA
3rd Annual Train Festival at the Depot. An "All Scale" Train Expo, from small scale model trains to full scale beautifully restored vintage train cars and an 1880 Toledo & Ohio Depot. Features children's activities, a 1/3 scale free train ride, other train type rides, model train displays, exhibits, railroad memorabilia and art, swap meet, food and live entertainment.

Bath City Festival
August 22 - August 24, 2008
Mount Clemens, Michigan, USA
Established in 2000, the Bath City Festival is the premier heritage event in Southeastern Michigan. The festival showcases Mount Clemens’ rich and colorful mineral bath history, its role in the development of the region, and its ongoing significance as the capital of Macomb County. This free street festival, scheduled for August 23, 24 and 25, 2008, culminates a series of summer events and riverfront concerts that have become a staple of the City’s downtown schedule, and is much anticipated by the general public. More than 65,000 people from across the region are expected to attend the festival. Macomb Daily Readers selected The Bath City Festival as the #1 Festival in Macomb County in their 2007 Macomb Daily Readers Choice Awards. Building upon the success of the last seven years, the Bath City Festival 2008 will offer attendees an even more diverse look at history by expanding upon the historical displays, entertainment, and arts and crafts vendors, which are the three most popular elements of the festival. Each of these three areas act as event anchors. A variety of historical displays assist in interpreting history for the visitors through pictorial and artifact displays of local, county, and regional history, provided by the county’s community historical commissions and societies. Last year, more than 25 organizations were housed under the largest historical tent to date. Adjacent to the history tent, festival goers can bring attic treasures to be appraised by a certified appraiser in an “antiques road show” style format. Last year over 600 attendees took advantage of this opportunity bringing a variety of unique personal artifacts to be appraised. To accommodate the continued popularity of this area, additional hours and appraisers have been secured for 2008. To enhance the historical displays, the festival features demonstrations and participatory displays. For the past seven years The Wolcott Mill, a Huron Clinton Metropark, has brought a flour-grinding machine, which allows festival participants to watch wheat be ground into flour. The Wolcott Farm also furnishes a petting zoo for the children’s area. The demonstrations on site such as the Great Lakes Lace Makers, the Wolcott Mill Quilters and basket makers teach attendees the crafts from the Victorian era. Rounding out the history offering, the Crocker House Museum, located adjacent to the festival grounds, will be open for guided tours. To compliment the unique historical theme of the festival, the event will feature over 75 fine artists and crafters displaying their works. What is unique about these vendors is that only hand-crafted original work is allowed at any Mount Clemens Arts & Crafts Show. This requirement is rather unique, and it was implemented in 2007. The quality of our vendors and attendance at the City’s Art & Craft Shows continues to grow due to this change. The Bath City Festival features three musical stages with continuous entertain
Brew Ha Ha Beer & Comedy Festival
August 22 - August 23, 2008
Cincinnati, Ohio, USA
Beer and Comedy Festival serving over 60 different beers and features 40 comedy performances in a spectacular venue on the banks of the Ohio River making it easily accessible to residents in Cincinnati & Northern Kentucky. A live band also offers musical interludes for the patrons in the audiences and surrounding beer gardens. Plenty of food and non-alcoholic beverages options available as well.
Gramercy Park Neighborhood Festival
August 23, 2008
New York, New York, USA
More than 400 authentic ethnic foods, arts and crafts, antiques, jewelry and merchandise exhibitors create a midway along Third Avenue.
International Institute's Festival of Nations
August 23 - August 24, 2008
St. Louis, Missouri, USA
The International Institute's Festival of Nations is St. Louis' leader in celebrating multicultural traditions. It is an outdoor celebration featuring traditional dance and music, ethnic food, cultural and educational exhibits, folk art demonstrations, and international market. Presented by the International Institute and 125 ethnic organizations, the festival promotes awareness and understanding of our community’s growing ethnic population. Festival of Nations is the largest event of its kind in our region.
Third Avenue Merchandise Fair
August 24, 2008
New York, New York, USA
More than 400 exhibitors create a midway along Third Avenue from 23rd to 34th Streets - the heart of Manhattan's trendy Rosehill Community.
Festival Peachtree Latino
August 24, 2008
Atlanta, Georgia, USA

The only Large Family Hispanic event in the Southeast and the Prime International Latino Festival of the Latino community. Over 200 acres of entertainment, international food at the No. 1 tourist attraction, Underground Atlanta with its additional Shops, booths, Music, crafts and plenty of food for all tastes.

Two International Stages Featuring Live performers from all over the world, including: Mexico, Puerto Rico, Colombia, Venezuela and ethnic dance groups.

Food court located through Underground Atlanta, with an International variety such as: Mexican, Perto Rican, Argentinean, Cuban, Chinese, etc.

The largest exhibit at a Latin Festival in the Southeast with Sponsors like: Bank Of America, Kroger, Verizon Wireless, etc.

Giveaways given all day long to attendees from sponsor companies.
Asiafest
August 24, 2008
Long Beach, California, USA
The Asian Heritage Festival is being held at the Queen Mary in Long Beach, CA. The festival will take place at a beautiful 6 acre special events park on the grounds of the Queen Mary and features performances by the Taiko Center of Los Angeles, Kung Fu Sword Dancers, Korean Fan Dancers, Hawaiian Hula Dancers, Chinese Lion Dance, comedians and various musical acts. There will also be over 70 cultural exhibits and approximately 45 food vendors offering a wide variety of ethnic Asian dishes. We are expecting attendance of over 10,000. The event will also be used as a fundraising vehicle for numerous Asian cultural, religious, scholastic and business organizations (60% of ticket sales will be funding these groups). Come spend a unique, educational and fun day with us!
Brooklyn Dominican Parade & Festival
August 24, 2008
Brooklyn, New York, USA
For more information, see website!
Michigan Bean Festival
August 29 - September 01, 2008
Fairgrove, Michigan, USA
New This Year is the TPPA tractor pull on Saturday with a new Motor Sports Park. Michigan bean festival is in its 62ND year and we honoring the Bean growers and Family Farms We have a large craft show, car show and a motor cycle show, Unique Motor Sports Demolitions Derbies Sunday and Monday.Monday is the Pickup Championship with a purse over $2000. Saturday Night We Crown the Michigan State Bean Queen There is lots of food and a carnival to boot, a fire works display, entertainment and casino Tent and much more. Monday is the Grand Parade with the theme BEANS R US
Welcome Back to Columbia University
August 29, 2008
New York, New York, USA
Gecko Fest
August 30, 2008
Gulfport, Florida, USA

Artsy Gulfport continues their whimsical salute to the Gecko with the Eigth Annual Gecko Fest. This family festival and walking parade celebrates the End of Summer and Labor Day weekend with color, whimsy, extraordinary entertainment and a street dance on Saturday night! Costume contests for kids, adults and non-humans! Gecko Fest is easily described as a whimsical combination of a family-oriented Mardi Gras, Renaissance Faire, and British Loony Party gone Gecko in Gulfport, Florida.

Wear Gecko hats, fish hats, colorful hats and costumes to celebrate the many colors of Geckos! Bring drums, rattles, noise makers, kazoos, musical instruments, balloons, decorated umbrellas - just use your imagination. Join in or be a spectator - this parade is full of colorful surprises and characters!

Selected as "Best Bet," "Hot Ticket," "Hot Road Trip," AOL's top ten for Labor Day Weekend, and "Planet Pick," this locally cultivated festival is filled with whimsy and charm as is this quaint waterfront community. For further information, call (727)322-5217
Friends of Dag Hammarskjold Festival
August 30, 2008
New York, New York, USA
Hispanic Musical Festival
August 30, 2008
New York, New York, USA
For more information, see website!
North Country Inter-Tribal Pow-Wow
August 30 - September 01, 2008
Newport, Maine, USA
3-day native American Pow-Wow(gathering)hosted by Anna Sunlight and family. More than 30 vendors including 4 food vendors. Learn about the Native American culture. Free camping with your paid admission open to the public
Long Beach Crab Festival
August 30, 2008
Long Beach, California, USA
A celebration of the delicious crustaceans this festival features food, music, comedians, crab cook, demonstrations, craft vendors and Miss Crab Legs contest.
Brazilian Day Street Fair
August 31, 2008
New York, New York, USA
This 23rd annual Brazilian cultural experience features ethnic food, arts and craft and vendors that create a carnival along both Avenues of the Americas and 46th Street. There's also a Main Stage featuring popular Brazilian bands as well as family oriented activities. This event is sponsored by the Brazilian American Cultural Center, Inc.
M.E.C.A. Family Festival
September 01, 2008
New York, New York, USA