Festival of Nations

The Festival of Nations will be held June 11 from 11 a.m. until 7 p.m. at the Moricetown Multiplex. Using the Wet’suwet’en feast model to host dancers, musicians and food from a variety of cultures, the festival celebrates the Bulkely Valley’s global diversity and promotes multiculturalism and understanding throughout the region.
 
The event starts at 11 a.m. with a Children’s Festival running until 2 p.m. Throughout the afternoon until 7 p.m., participants will experience an array of local musicians and dancers from a variety of cultures, with a feast incorporating international cuisine beginning at 4 p.m. Confirmed performers include Los Gringos ‘Lite’, Tamara MacLeod and Chris George, Valentine Puentes and Theresa Pasaluko.

In an effort to reduce waste, participants are asked to bring their own plates, bowls and cutlery. Anyone needing transportation between Smithers and Moricetown can arrange a shuttle by calling 250-847-5517.

Bulkley Valley residents, representing diverse cultural heritage from around the world, are invited to participate in this wonderful opportunity to better understand local aboriginal and non-aboriginal cultures. Bring your friends, family and children to experience the best of Bulkley Valley culture.

The Festival of Nations is organized by the Smithers Bridging Committee, a coalition of individuals and organizations promoting the need for cultural awareness throughout the Bulkley Valley.

 

11am-2pm 

Children's Festival

Ongoing:
petting zoo - pony rides - face painting - cultural games - arts & crafts - tree planting - kettle corn - door prizes

2-4pm

Afternoon Activities

All-Nation Drummers - Cedar Rose Construction - Residential School Play - Storytelling with Mel Bazil - Traditional Music (ongoing) - Cultural Booths & Displays (ongoing)

4-7pm

Feast Program

Featuring foods from India, Sudan, Vietnam, Germany, Metis, Wet'suwet'en and Ukraine

 

3:30

Guests seated in feast hall

4:00

Feast Opening Ceremony

4:05 - 4:25

Adam Gagnon

4:30 - 4:50

Theresa Pasaluko

4:55 - 5:15

Los Gingos

5:20 - 5:40

Tamara MacLeod & Chris George

5:45 - 6:05

Valentine Puentes

6:10 - 6:30

Twisted Strings

6:35 - 6:55

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