Celebrate cultures from around the world at the International Festival next Saturday, November 23 at the MidFlorida Event Center in Port St. Lucie.
Port St. Lucie has shown rapid growth, with approximately 40% of its residents identifying as non-white.
With over 25% of the population being Latino, the city boasts a wide variety of cultures, so the City invites all residents to celebrate global cultures at the International Festival for the second year.
Enjoy a global experience at the Port St. Lucie International Festival. Take a trip around the world without leaving the city and sample a variety of international cuisine, drinks, and cultural experiences.
The Festival will take place on Saturday, November 23, from noon until 9 p.m. at the MIDFLORIDA Event Center, 9221 SE Event Center Place.
The International Festival is a cultural extravaganza showcasing the diversity of music, food, and traditions from people around the world.
It will be a day of dancing, ethnic cuisine, and unforgettable entertainment, capped off with classic Latin music by Tito Puente, Jr., who continues his father’s musical legacy.
Festival admission is free.
The festival promises a lively atmosphere with performances every 20 minutes and unique activities and experiences at each country-themed station.
Attendees can also enjoy specialized food and drinks. Highlighted performances include Mariachi Veracruz, Jamaican steel drums, Black Thorne Pipe Band, Lee Koon Hung Kung Fu, Japanese taiko drums and flute, and many more.
In addition to music, there will be exhibits, vendors, giveaways, and specialty food vendors offering delicious dishes from around the world.
Savor international cuisine from Cuba, France, Germany, Haiti, Ireland, Italy, and more. The full entertainment and activities schedule can be found at CityofPSL.com/Events.
Visit the global market in the plaza area and immerse yourself in the Arts & Ideas exhibit inside the MIDFLORIDA Event Center lobby between noon and 7 p.m. Become an Arts & Ideas connoisseur by participating in our interactive booths, where you can share your thoughts on arts, culture, and diversity, see international fashion displays, and admire a stunning art exhibit.
Would you like to display a traditional cultural garment in the Arts & Ideas fashion exhibit?
Submit your interest to be part of this vibrant celebration of heritage and style!
Learn different languages at the language lab workshop from 2 to 5 p.m.
Put on your dancing shoes and learn dances from around the world at the Global Grooves dance workshop from 4 to 6 p.m.
Be sure to visit all the interactive booths for a chance to receive a free bottle of water while supplies last.
Don’t forget to capture a fun memory at the free photo booth!
Event schedule:
International Festival: 12 p.m. to 9 p.m.
Arts & Ideas exhibit: 12 p.m. to 7 p.m.
Language lab workshop: 2 to 5 p.m.
Global Grooves dance workshop: 4 to 6 p.m.
Headliner, Tito Puente, Jr.: 7 p.m.
Image: Cityofpsl
