Bowie International Festival Set for October 4

Experience the cultures of many countries as you travel around the world in one day at the Bowie International Festival on Saturday, October 4th, at Allen Pond Park from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.

There’s entertainment for everyone - from a Chinese dragon, to the music and dance of Indonesia, to the dancers of Europe, Asia and the Americas, and the bands representing the heritage of Germany, Latin America, the Caribbean, Ireland, and the rhythms of Africa Drumming.

There’s also food from different countries and artisans selling everything from African jewelry, crafts from many countries, to clothing from Ecuador. Children can travel around the world with their “passports” and enjoy crafts, stories and games from many cultures.

Admission to the International Festival is free and parking is available either in the park or on local streets around Allen Pond Park, located at 3330 Northview Drive, Bowie. For information about the festival, call 301-809-3078.