This free celebration of culture and life brings Minnesotans together to recognize and uplift the diverse gifts that refugees bring to our state. Event-goers enjoy free live entertainment, food and vendors from around the world, children’s activities, a community resource fair, and interactive educational displays.

IARP will be presenting the work of local Iraqi artisans a live painting by teen artist Lina Al-Ashrafee! Lina Al-Ashtafee has been meeting with artist and muralist Allegra Lockstadt once a week since last year. They have been exploring color, technique, and inspirations. We are honored to have Lina's painting come to life in front of our eyes as she shares what about her Iraqi Heritage makes her smile with us!

Live performances from:
Cheremosh Ukrainian Dance Ensemble; Seev Cev Hmong Line Dance; Yaba Gobana; AfroContigbo; Isabella Lopez; Chico Chavez Orchestra; Banchi Abate; and more!

Food truck vendors:
FatHouse QabMib; LuviFood; Taco Libre;
MN Nice Cream; and more!

Presented by CAPI USA, in partnership with the City of Brooklyn Center!

Sponsored by:
Minneapolis Northwest
Minnesota State Arts Board
Minnesota Humanities Center
Hennepin Health
UCare

This activity is made possible by the voters of Minnesota through a grant from the Minnesota State Arts Board, thanks to a legislative appropriation from the arts and cultural heritage fund.

This work is funded in part by the Minnesota Humanities Center with money from the Arts and Cultural Heritage Fund that was created with the vote of the people of Minnesota on November 4, 2008.