Impact International is proud to be associated with the Arab International Festival in Dearborn, MI. Impact has been a part of the Festival since 1999.
The Arab International Festival is held every year during the third weekend of June and takes place on
twelve blocks of Warren Avenue, between Wyoming and Schaefer. The three-day event is America's largest Middle-Eastern Festival. Over 300,000 people attend the Festival from around the world. The Festival is free to the public and everyone enjoys the family-oriented atmosphere of Middle Eastern food, music and fun!
Thirty international food booths provide tasty treats from shawarma sandwiches to fresh juice smoothies. Forty artisan booths show Middle Eastern jewelry, clothing, and art. Kids are entertained in the Children's Tent featuring a live stage with cultural acts and music along with many activities like face painting, arts and crafts. The Festival's big stage features exciting music and cultural acts which draws thousands each year to come and enjoy a variety of famous musicians. The Festival has an amusement section which includes roller coasters, Ferris wheel, and all the carnival favorites.
The 2012 Arab International Festival is June 15, 16, 17, 2012.
Purpose: Experience friendship and cultural exchange between U.S. and Arab cultures.
Participants: High school age, college age, and adults.
Festival Responsibilities: Setup on Friday morning, Assist Festival Leadership throughout the Festival, Staff the Children? Tent (crafts), Provide Parking Lot security and control, Clean up on Sunday night.
Impact International Theme:
Impact International events are only available to those who hold to a high work ethic and view it to be a privilege to participate in a cross-cultural community service project.
Contact us if you are interested in participating in the next Impact International event. We will send you information about the application and screening process.
The Festival is led by the American Arab Chamber of Commerce. Festival hours:
Friday: 5 p.m. - 10 p.m.
Saturday: Noon - 10 p.m.
Sunday: Noon - 8 p.m.
