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Kansas City Ethnic Enrichment Festival

Community Event
In Person

Date: Aug. 19, 2011 – Aug. 21, 2011


Kansas City's Ethnic Enrichment Festival is back this August for its 32nd year. Come join estimated crowds of more than 35,000 people for a weekend of delicious food, arts and crafts, and exciting performances by representatives of more than 55 countries. Of interest to our readers, this includes a kendo fencing demonstration by Mr. John Drakey, a Japanese education booth, and more!

Date
Friday, August 19, 6:00 - 10:00 PM
Saturday, August 20, Noon - 10:00 PM
Sunday, August 21, Noon - 6:00 PM

Place
The festival is located at the Swope Park bandstand,
near the park?s main gate at Meyer and Swope Parkway
(Map & Directions [PDF])

Info

Cost: $3 for adults, free for children 12 and under 
http://www.eeckc.org/festival.htm


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