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Columbia County to Host Free All Y’all Cultural Festival on April 18

Columbia County hosts the second annual All Y’all Cultural Festival on April 18.

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Columbia County Parks, Recreation & Events will host the second annual All Y'all Cultural Festival on Saturday, April 18, at Evans Towne Center Park. It runs from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. Admission is free, and everyone can attend.

The festival brings international food vendors, live music, dance, and performances celebrating traditions from across the globe. Attendees can sample authentic dishes and see crafts and artwork. Traditional clothing will be on display while visitors learn about the customs and stories behind each represented group.

More than 20 cultures from Africa, Asia, Europe, and North America will be represented during the event, according to a press release from the county. This marks the second year of the celebration.

Nine hours of programming await guests. Visitors will interact with vendors and performers throughout the day, experiencing different traditions at their own pace.

Organizers want to showcase customs from different parts of the globe. Each participating group will share its heritage through food, art, and performance.

Evans Towne Center Park will host all activities. Parking and admission are free.

Vendor applications are available for those interested in participating. A full list of participating countries can be found on the festival website.

For more information about the event, visit theallyallfestival.com.