Twin Cities World Refugee Day 2024
The Twin Cities World Refugee Day Festival is back again for 2024 with new performances, food trucks, and activities for the whole family!
Date and time
Location
Centennial Park, Brooklyn Center
6301 Shingle Creek Pkwy Brooklyn Center, MN 55430Refund Policy
Agenda
8:30 AM - 10:00 AM
World Refugee 5k Run
10:30 AM - 5:00 PM
World Refugee Day Festival
About this event
- 6 hours 30 minutes
Twin Cities World Refugee Day 2024
Join CAPI for an incredible celebration of diversity and resilience at Twin Cities World Refugee Day! This in-person event will take place at Centennial Park in Brooklyn Center on Saturday, June 22, 2024.
Prepare to be inspired by the stories of refugees who have overcome incredible challenges and made a positive impact in our community. The event will feature a variety of activities, including cultural performances, art exhibitions, and delicious international cuisine.
Whether you are a refugee yourself, an advocate for human rights, or simply curious about different cultures, this event is for you. Come and connect with people from all walks of life, learn about different traditions, and strengthen the bonds of our diverse community.
Centennial Park provides the perfect setting for this celebration, with its scenic beauty and ample space for everyone to enjoy. Don't miss out on this opportunity to experience the vibrancy and richness of refugee cultures.
Mark your calendars and join us for Twin Cities World Refugee Day 2024 at Centennial Park. Let's come together to celebrate unity, resilience, and the incredible contributions of refugees to our society.
Presented by CAPI & the City of Brooklyn Center
Frequently asked questions
Admission to World Refugee Day is free, but we welcome you to make a suggested donation of 5$ to help support refugees in your community
While there are picnic tables and benches available throughout the park, we suggest you bring a blanket or lawn chair to sit back and enjoy the stage performances.
Resource tables are for organizations looking to share their services or information with the community. Vendor tables are for artists or other vendors looking to sell goods at the event. ***IF SELLING FOOD - you must have a permit or be registered as a Cottage Food Producer***
By registering for a Resource or Vendor table you are provided: a 10x10 foot space including a tent, 6ft table, and 2 folding chairs. Vendors are responsible for bringing any additional chairs/stands they need. ***Limited electrical available - message events@capiusa.org if needed***
Registration can be found on RunSignUp:
You may bring in outside food for personal consumption, but there will be multiple food truck vendors available to order from. You may NOT bring alcoholic beverages to the site. Eventbrite will be updated with vendors as they sign up for the event.
Individuals and groups are encouraged to register for the volunteer ticket! You will be sent a registration form to sign up for part or all of the event. Those looking to become a partner through sponsorship can reach out to paul.andrighetti@capiusa.org