WCU Annual International Festival
WCU Global is excited to welcome you to the Annual International Festival on the campus of 甜瓜视频app.
This unique opportunity highlights The World in Cullowhee. This April, discover where international and local cultures meet in the beautiful mountains of western North Carolina. The International Festival and all related events will be located at the center of campus on the University Center Lawn and around the Catafount.
Join us for the 44th Annual International Festival Wednesday, April 22, 2026 from 12:00-3:00pm.
The mission of the International Festival is to celebrate the diverse cultures and countries of the world, provide educational opportunities for the Western Carolina University community, and foster unity and understanding through cultural exchange. We ask that you refrain from any political activity while participating in International Festival. If you have any questions, please reach out to global@wcu.edu.
We extend a special thanks to SGA for helping fund the International Festival.
2026 Sign-Up to Participate
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Represent a country you are connected to by carrying a country flag in the flag parade! The flag parade starts at Cordelia Camp building around 12pm and ends at the Catafount around 12:15pm on April 23rd. *You do not have to be an international student, staff, faculty to carry a country flag. Everyone is welcome! |
| Host a booth representing another country and culture, a department booth, or student organization | |
| The heart of I-Fest are the performances. It is a great way to introduce the campus to different types of music, dance, art, etc. | |
| Volunteer before the event to help with planning, marketing, etc and/or volunteer the day to help with set-up and clean up. |
2025 Performances and Participants
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World Flag Parade & Welcome |
noon - 12:30pm |
| DeSilvas in Sylva | 1:00pm - 1:30pm |
| WCU Japanese Program | 1:45pm - 2:15pm |
| Folklore Chileno | 2:25pm - 2:45pm |
| Afro Fusion Dance | 2:50pm - 3:00pm |
Country Booths
Brasil
China
Ghana
Greece
Ivory Coast
Jamaica
The Levant
Malaysia
Mexico
Nigeria
Pakistan
Scotland
Spain
Taiwan
Zimbabwe
Department Booths and Other Organizations
Asian Student Association
Barcelona Study Abroad Experience
Counseling & Psychological Services
French Conversation Club
Hunter Library
International Friends
International Studies Club
ISEP Study Abroad
Japanglish Club
LASO, SHPE, MCP - Latin America
READ - Rural Education Advancement and Development
SSA Education Abroad
WCU Global
WCU Japanese Program
WCU Study Abroad & Passport Services