[Archived] 4th Alexandria Multicultural Fest Celebrates Alexandria’s Diversity

For Immediate Release: September 4, 2015

City of Alexandria to host 4th Annual Alexandria Multicultural Fest on Saturday, September 12 from noon to 4 p.m. at Conservatory Center at Four Mile Run, 4109 Mt. Vernon Ave. Admission is free and the event will take place rain or shine.

Designed to bring community members together to celebrate Alexandria’s diversity, Alexandria Multicultural Fest features entertainment for all ages including live music and activities representing the region’s cultures. Performances include music from “Rainbow Rock Band,” “­­Black Royal Band” and “Rebk N Joseph,” as well as a variety of dance styles. Free games, demonstrations and activities will highlight a broad range of cultures and a wide variety of crafts and cuisines will be available for purchase.

“Rainbow Rock Band,” featuring Kate Moran as the Rainbow Lady, will perform interactive Pop Rock children’s songs where kids can play instruments along with the band. “Black Royal Band” will perform their blend of old school funk and rock with a touch of DC’s original sound dubbed Go-Go. Salvadorans “Rebk N Joseph” will perform bachata music in the traditional Latin style.       

For more information, visit www.alexandriava.gov/Recreation or contact Angela Redfearn, Recreation Coordinator, at 703.746.5554 or Angela.Redfearn@alexandriava.gov.

The City of Alexandria is committed to compliance with the City’s Human Rights Code and the Americans with Disabilities Act. To request a reasonable accommodation or to request materials in an alternative format, contact Kelly Gilfillen with the Department of Recreation, Parks and Cultural Activities at 703.746.4644 (Virginia Relay 711) or e-mail Kelly.Gilfillen@alexandriava.gov.