Now Accepting 2026 Applications!!!

The NYC Multicultural Festival attracts thousands of people each year for an awe-inspiring two-weekend celebration of music, dance, and culture. The theme of the 2025 festival is “Talent Meets Opportunity.”

Unlike any other, the 17th Annual NYC Multicultural Festival is an opportunity to showcase traditional music and dance while experiencing the artistic expressions of others.

The 17th annual NYC Multicultural Festival will take place on June 6, 2026, from 11am to 7pm, usually held at Jackie Robinson Park Bandshell, 116 Bradhurst Avenue.

 New York, NY 10039 and  June 20, 2026 ,from 12 pm to 6 pm, usually held at St. Nicholas Avenue, Harlem, NY. (between 141st & 145th Street).

We invite performing groups of all backgrounds and ages to share the beauty of their culture and traditions with us in a citywide celebration. This festival offers a platform to showcase your artistry, connect with new audiences, and receive a small stipend.

***Applying does not guarantee that your group will perform at the NYC Multicultural Festival. 

If you are interested in performing at the NYC Multicultural Festival. You can apply for one or both days.

If you would like to sell any merchandise or food, please fill out the VENDOR APPLICATION by visiting the Eventbrite Day 1 or Day 2. The 2026 brochure will be available virtually and as a hardcover booklet.