Kanab hosts inaugural International Folk Dance and Music Festival
By Russell Wulfenstein
International dancers and musicians are coming to Kanab as part of the area’s first ever International Folk Dance and Music Festival Aug 5–7. Dancers and musicians from Mexico and Taiwan will take the stage along with U.S.-based folk dancers in a dynamic celebration of their rich cultural heritage.
This year’s festivities include three main events: A community dinner, a free cultural street dance, and the evening performances.
The Monday night all-American community dinner, catered by the fabulous Juniper Ridge restaurant, is being offered at just $5 per plate. The meal includes chicken and Dutch oven potatoes served at the northeast pavilion of Jacob Hamblin Park. Tickets must be purchased in advance, and seating is limited. Dinner starts at 6 p.m.
Following dinner, a free cultural dance will begin at 7:30 p.m. at the basketball courts at the southwest corner of Jacob Hamblin Park. Our teams from Mexico, Taiwan, and the United States will teach their community dances alongside our international dancers, accompanied by live musicians. The dances are meant to be easy enough for anyone to join in and have a great time with no previous dance experience required. Bring a friend. You won’t regret it!
Evening performances will be held Aug. 6 and 7 at the Kanab High School Auditorium, located at 59 Cowboy Drive in Kanab. These performances are when the groups will showcase their stunning repertoire of traditional dance and music with extravagant costuming and breathtaking skill. Both shows start at 7 p.m. Doors open at 6:30. Adult tickets are $10 each with family passes available for just $30.
Tickets for the dinner and evening performances are available online at canyonsfolkfest.com.
You can get a taste for what is in store with these YouTube videos by our international dance and music teams:
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