Americana World Festival

This is hands-​down one of my fave festivals in Louisville. It is a true neighborhood festival celebrating all kinds of cultures with food, music, dancing, and more. It is not nearly as big as other festivals, but I think that makes for a more intimate, cultural experience. I love sharing a picnic table with real people and learning more about the country they came from, their foods, music, customs, etc. They used to hold this festival in the ValuMarket parking lot, but Iroquois Park is a much nicer environment. Great for families too! Love the dancing at night.

Interesting little festival going on here. Didn’t even know the Americana community had a fair going on for years now. I like that it’s in Iroquois park the heart of the community pretty much, besides valumarket. I live in right in this community but I did not know this fair was held annually.
There were plenty of booths lined next to the amphitheater on both sides and food trucks as well. In the amphitheater they had performances from local bands and awards given out to americana community members that have contributed to its success.
This is a small festival yet very interesting. There were activities, things to check out (perhaps buy) and people to see… And learn a few things about the community. I’ll be checking it out next year for sure.

A bit small for my taste. But really good for what it is. It brings positive attention to the international community here in Louisville. Specifically, the refugee community. And that’s never a bad thing.
They have live music, food, games… Kids love it. And it’s at Iroquois Park. Hang out in the park and then hit up the festival. That’s what my friend and I did. ‘Twas dope.
And get out to support the local refugee community. Many of these people have had difficult lives, and locals have a tendency to marginalize these people rather than make them feel welcome. They need to know that they are welcome. So make the effort!