International Festival Brings the World to Botanical Garden of the Ozarks

Northwest Arkansas is home to people from all over the world, and the Botanical Garden of the Ozarks wants you to meet them. International Festival fills the Garden with performances, food, and art from cultures across the region.

THE DEETS

Culture Around Every Corner

Wander the Garden and you’ll run into performances from traditions far outside Northwest Arkansas, plus food from kitchens around the world. Booths along the paths sell arts, crafts, and other cultural goods worth bringing home. Sample a dish you’ve never had and meet the neighbors representing that culture.

Neighbors Helping Neighbors

The festival is part of Welcoming Week NWA, and booths connect guests directly with organizations that work with immigrants, refugees, and other underserved members of the community. Stop by to find out what resources exist locally and talk with the people doing that work.

Plan for a Full Afternoon

Activities stretch across the Garden, so wear comfortable shoes and give yourself time to see it all. Some vendors will have food, artwork, and other cultural items for sale. All ages are welcome to attend.

Bring someone with you and spend the afternoon meeting people you might not run into anywhere else.