International Children's Festival - Washington DC

By Rachel Cooper, About.com Guide

Each May, the Meridian International Center hosts an International Children's Festival in Washington, DC promoting cultural exchange and introducing families to world geography, dress, and traditions. The festival is a part of Passport DC, an annual event featuring open houses at DC's embassies. More than 25 embassies host educational booths that highlight their countries’ rich cultural heritage through hands-on activities, demonstrations, tastings, and a wide range of musical and dance performances, as well as an international children’s parade. Note: this year, the event is free and has been moved to a new location!

2012 Festival Details
Date: Sunday, May 6, 2012
Time: 12-4 p.m.
Location: Ronald Reagan Building and International Trade Center, NW, Washington, DC.
Admission: Free

Enjoy the following photos of the International Children's Festival and get a glimpse of the event.