June 4, 2010 – October 17, 2010
Everyone is invited to explore the beautiful beaches of Jamaica, islands of Greece, mountains of Mexico and rivers of Poland without the travel expenses.
The 2010 Showcase of Nations Ethnic Festivals brings together the charm and diversity of Baltimore City’s communities for unique and entertaining weekend festivals. Once again this year, festival-goers can enjoy an assortment of multicultural and delectable foods, live music, traditional dances, arts & crafts, and other customary activities. Events take place throughout the city during the spring through fall seasons. Admission and locations vary. The Showcase of Nations Ethnic Festivals is presented by Mayor Stephanie Rawlings-Blake and the Baltimore Office of Promotion & The Arts.
2010 Festival Schedule
June 4-6
Polish Festival, the Polish community kicks off the festival season with local, regional and national entertainment by polka bands and more; delicacies; Polish crafts including hand-made dolls and afghans, Friday 5-9pm and Saturday & Sunday noon-9pm, Patterson Park at Linwood and Eastern avenues. $
June 10-13
St. Nicholas Greek Folk Festival, a showcase of the Greek community featuring dancing, costumes, traditional dishes, and tours of the St. Nicholas Greek Orthodox Church, Thursday 7-11pm, Friday 11 am-11pm, Saturday noon-11pm and Sunday noon-10pm. St. Nicholas Greek Orthodox Church at 520 South Ponca Street, 410-633-5020. FREE
June 18-20
African American Heritage Festival, a celebration of African-American ancestry, with nationally known entertainment and educational exhibits, Friday 5-10pm, Saturday noon-10pm and Sunday 1-10pm, Oriole Park at Camden Yards, 410-235-2227 ext. 211, www.aahf.net. $
June 26 & 27
LatinoFest, experience a lively weekend of Hispanic arts and culture featuring live musical performances, dances, food and more, Saturday & Sunday noon-9pm, Patterson Park at Linwood and Eastern avenues, 410-563-3160, www.latinofest.org. $
July 9-11
Caribbean Carnival Festival, with a traditional island costumed parade; soca, reggae, and steel drum bands; live international entertainment, elaborate costumes, and authentic Caribbean cuisine, Druid Hill Park, Friday 5-9pm and Saturday & Sunday noon-9pm, 410-230-2969. $
August 7 & 8
International Festival, a celebration of Baltimore’s cultural diversity with music, dancing and a variety of ethnic foods, noon-9pm daily, Poly/Western High School near Falls Road and West Coldspring Lane, 410-396-3141. FREE
August 14 & 15
FestAfrica 2010, an African festival with traditional music, crafts and art, dances and food, Saturday & Sunday noon-8pm, Patterson Park at Linwood and Eastern avenues. 410-608-0420,www.festafricausa.com. $
September 11 & 12
Ukrainian Festival, a celebration featuring four dance groups, Ukrainian Easter Eggs demonstration, musicians, traditional crafts, Ukrainian beer garden and children’s activities, Saturday & Sunday noon-9pm, Patterson Park at Linwood and Eastern avenues, 410-687-3465, www.ukrainianfestival.net. $
October 15-17
Russian Festival, a celebration of the Russian community, Friday 11am-9pm, Saturday noon-9pm and Sunday noon-6pm, Holy Trinity Russian Orthodox Church at 1723 East Fairmount Avenue, 410-276-6171, www.holytrinityorthodox.com/festival. $
