Save the Date-Irvine Global Village Festival

2/15/2017

Make plans to travel the world at the City of Irvine’s annual Global Village Festival on Saturday, September 23 from 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. at Bill Barber Park. Now celebrating its 16^th year, this multicultural festival features international cuisine, live entertainment, a Kids Village with crafts and activities, cultural and religious exhibits and an international marketplace.

Voted “Best Festival” by OC Weekly, Irvine Global Village offers a wide array of entertainment, representing more than 50 cultures. With more than 20,000 people in attendance, this event reflects Irvine’s diverse cultural community.

The international marketplace features traditional and unique gifts, crafts and artwork from around the globe. The Kids Village provides interactive programs for young children including arts and crafts projects, games, face painting, balloon art, a bounce house and more. Attendees can also connect with local services and organizations at the Community Partners Pavilion and experience a variety of ethnic foods located throughout the event.

Festival admission, parking and shuttles are free. Food tasting tickets are available for purchase at the event. Bill Barber Park is located adjacent to the Irvine Civic Center on Harvard between Barranca and Alton in Irvine. For more information and parking locations, call 949-724-6606 or visit irvinefestival.org.