Since 1996, the Columbia International Festival has been bringing together many of the area’s international communities to build better relations between various ethnic groups and with the South Carolina community at large. Learn about the cultural heritages of around 100 countries, displayed by their foreign-born hosts through pictures, artifacts, and many other items. Sample the exotic flavors of foreign cuisines from around the world. Throughout each festival day, groups representing many countries will also delight you with staged dance performances. The event will take place between April 5-6, 2025 at the South Carolina State Fairgrounds.