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Downtown Lynchburg Association hosts the 7th Annual International Festival

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 SATURDAY, MAY 3, 2025
 Main Street in Downtown Lynchburg!
 11:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Rain or Shine

The 7th Annual International Festival celebrates our community’s rich cultural diversity with an unforgettable Parade of Nations, international cuisine, music, dances, and displays. Travel the globe from 11:00 AM to 4:00 PM while you savor global flavors, shop for unique arts and crafts, and enjoy vibrant performances showcasing traditions from around the world. This free, family-friendly event is a one-of-a-kind opportunity to connect, learn, and celebrate the cultures that make our community shine.

The 2025 International Festival is hosted by Downtown Lynchburg Association in partnership with the City of Lynchburg’s Office of Economic Development & Tourism and is made possible thanks to support from Bank of the James, ABC-13 WSET, Academy Center of the Arts, Genworth Financial, BWX Technologies, Inc., Shrader Pacific, Centra Health, Randolph College, Framatome, Spearman Artisanry, The Krise Building, and PLDR Law.

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