Today, the World Festival kicks off with ETHNIC DANCE, MUSIC, ENTERTAINMENT on stage at 7 PM. The theme is Around the World in 30 Years. Head over to Century High School, 2525 Viola Road NE.

Tickets are: $6 adults ($5 in advance only for RIA members) $3 students — Available at RIA / IMAA reception desk at 300 NW 11th Ave. Suite 110 and at Hunts Silver Lake Pharmacy, Mayo and IBM Activities Centers Remaining tickets sold at the door beginning at 6:15 pm.

On Saturday, April 8th, ETHNIC FOOD and FESTIVAL EVENTS, 10 AM-3 PM Free admission. 10:30AM: Parade of Nations, 11AM-3PM: Ethnic Food tasting, 10AM-3PM: Cultural Exhibits, Displays, Demonstrations, Entertainment, 10:30AM -2:00PM: Children Activities in the Gym, Silent auction of Festival quilt and other items until 3 PM.