International Institute's Festival of Nations

06/17/2026

Want a sneak peek at the 2026 Festival of Nations? Join us on June 20 as we announce featured performers, giveaway VIP tickets and kick off the countdown to the region's largest multicultural celebration. 🌍

📍 4 Hands Brewing Company | 1220 S Eighth St.

Sponsored by International Institute St. Louis and International Institute's Festival of Nations.

06/17/2026

Celebrate World Refugee Day this Saturday at 4 Hands Brewing Co. 📆

📍 1220 S 8th St.
🤝 supporting International Institute of STL

Enjoy live cultural performances, local food trucks, family-friendly activities, giveaways, and a chance to win VIP tickets to Festival of Nations 2026.

This free community event is a chance to honor the stories, resilience, and contributions of our refugee and immigrant neighbors who help make St. Louis so special. All are welcome. 🌎

06/14/2026

Come hungry! Try eats from around the world at World Refugee Day. Featured vendors include , and at at 1220 S 8th St. on June 20. Admission is free!

06/12/2026

See who’s stepping onto the stage at our World Refugee Day celebration! 🌎✨
These talented performers will share their music, dance, and cultural traditions on Saturday, June 20, 2026, from 12–4 p.m. at 4 Hands Brewing Co., 1220 S 8th St. in Downtown St. Louis.

In addition to live performances, enjoy:
🍴 Food trucks
🎯 Games & activities for all ages
🎟️ A chance to win VIP tickets to the 2026 Festival of Nations

Presented by International Institute of St. Louis, The Festival of Nations, and 4 hands Brewing Co. We hope you'll join us!

06/11/2026

Great food. Live performances. New experiences.

Join us on June 20 for World Refugee Day to celebrate the cultures, traditions and people that make our community so special! Bring your family, bring a friend and spend the afternoon exploring cultural performances, food and connection.

06/09/2026

Celebrate World Refugee Day with us on June 20 at 4 Hands Brewing | 1220 S 8th Street!

Enjoy cultural performances, international eats, family activities, giveaways and the official kickoff to the 2026 Festival of Nations season

World Refugee Day: June 20, Noon-4 p.m.
📍 1220 S. 8th St.
🎟️ FREE

05/07/2026

Every day, the International Institute of St. Louis works to create opportunities for immigrants and refugees to thrive and strengthen our region for all.

From critical services and workforce programs to community celebrations like Festival of Nations, none of this work would be possible without the support of donors.

This Give STL Day, please consider making a gift to help us continue building a more welcoming, prosperous, and healthy St. Louis for everyone.

Providing opportunities for immigrants and refugees to thrive. The International Institute offers essential services like housing, English classes, and job training, helping immigrants integrate and thrive.

04/28/2026

Time is running out. Performer applications for the 2026 Festival of Nations close this Friday, May 1 at midnight. Don’t miss your chance to be part of the region’s largest multicultural festival.

Apply to be one of Festival of Nations' dozens of artists and performers. Application deadline is January 20, 2025. Applications open to Singers, Musicians, Bands, Dancers, Dance Groups, Comedians, Visual Artists and more.

04/03/2026

The Festival of Nations is back—and applications are officially OPEN! 🌎✨

We’re looking for:
🍴 Food Vendors
🛍️ Retail Vendors
🎪 Exhibitors

Plus, performer applications are still open!

Join us in celebrating cultures from around the world and be part of one of St. Louis’ biggest community events.

https://festofnations.com/

08/31/2025

This is what joy looks like! Every laugh, cheer, and celebration echoed the mission of the International Institute of St. Louis: to create a welcoming space where cultures are celebrated, people are united, and everyone belongs.

📸 A sea of happy faces, diverse backgrounds, and open hearts. Thank you for capturing!