Attracting over one million visitors each year, this free event is a celebration of folklife and includes a packed programme of music, song, dance, theatre, art and crafts, cooking demonstrations, storytelling and discussion sessions. Held every year since 1967, this is a popular day out for visitors of all ages who are encouraged to participate in a number of workshops, events, presentations and demonstrations
Venue:
National Mall. Washington DC
Dates:
2008-06-01 -to- 2008-07-31
Frequency:
Annual | TBC. Usually two consecutive five day weekends (Weds–Sun) in late Jun / early Jul
Hours:
1100–1730; evening events from 1800
Price:
Free
Foot:
A map of the festival site is available from the website
Organiser:
Center for Folklife and Cultural Heritage
Phone:
+1 (202) 275 1150
Email:
folklife-info@si.edu