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UCO to Host 50th Annual International Festival, Nov. 8

Oct. 29, 2025

A group of people performing with colorful fans at last year’s International Festival.

The University of Central Oklahoma’s International Student Council will host the 50th annual Edmond International Festival from 11 a.m.-2 p.m., Saturday, Nov. 8, at the Edmond Festival Market Place, 30 W. First St., in Edmond. The festival is free and open to the public.

“The Edmond International Festival is a great way for the entire community to come together and celebrate the international communities who call Edmond home,” said Jared Scism, director of the Centre for Global Competency and Global Learning at UCO.

“This year is especially meaningful as we mark the 50th anniversary of the festival and the 10th year of hosting it in downtown Edmond. What began as a small gathering has grown into a beloved tradition that showcases how global cultures strengthen and enrich both our Edmond and Broncho communities.”

International students will share their cultures through food, performances and displays representing a wide variety of countries and regions, including Africa, Arab nations, China, Germany, India, Iran, Japan, South Korea, Latin America, Malaysia, Nepal and Vietnam.

In case of inclement weather, the festival will be moved to the Nigh University Center Ballrooms, located on UCO’s campus. Information regarding the festival can be found on the UCO International Student Council’s Facebook and Instagram.

For more information, contact the Centre for Global Competency at cgc@uco.edu.

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Cutline: The University of Central Oklahoma’s International Student Council will host the 50th annual Edmond International Festival from 11 a.m.-2 p.m., Saturday, Nov. 8, at the Edmond Festival Market Place, 30 W. First St., in Edmond. The festival is free and open to the public. Pictured, participants performing at last year's festival.

Devan Wielgos

Devan Wielgos

Communications and Marketing Coordinator, UCO University Communications

 

 

 

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