Cabarrus Today

The Concord International Festival is set to return for its fifth year on Saturday, September 27, from 12 p.m. to 6 p.m., in Downtown Concord. The event will feature a range of activities including shopping, music and dance performances, international food vendors, and a dedicated kids' zone. Applications for sponsors and vendors are currently open online and will close on September 1, 2025.

Mayor Bill Dusch expressed enthusiasm about the festival's role in showcasing the diverse cultures within the community. "We’re a fast-growing and increasingly diverse community and it’s exciting to see our many rich cultures and traditions represented at the festival each year," he said. "Visitors get to experience new foods, music, and art without needing a passport or booking an expensive vacation. We continue to be thankful for our partner, El Puente Hispano, for making these experiences possible for our residents."

The previous year's festival attracted thousands of visitors with representation from over 63 countries. It featured more than 90 artists on stage alongside 51 arts and crafts vendors and 16 food vendors.

Sandra Torres, President of El Puente Hispano, highlighted the significance of the event: "El Puente is proud to partner with the City of Concord to bring our community together for the fifth annual Concord International Festival. This vibrant celebration highlights the rich diversity of our city, uniting cultures from around the world through music, food, art, and traditions." She added that attendees can look forward to "an exciting six-hour show packed with live music and dance performances," along with opportunities to enjoy authentic cuisine from various countries.

For those interested in participating as sponsors or vendors at this cultural event can apply online or reach out directly to El Puente Hispano by phone at 980-389-0615 or email at festival@elpuentehispanonc.org. Applications are due by September 1 but may close earlier if space fills up.

Further details about the festival can be found at www.concordinternationalfestival.com.