3 things to know about Global Gatherings World Festival at Gathering Place

Families can experience the sights, sounds, and flavors of the world on Saturday at Gathering Place. 'Global Gatherings World Festival' is the big finale to the park's summer-long celebration of the rich diversity of cultures represented in Tulsa.

Here are 3 things to know about the event:

Family-friendly event

Global Gatherings World Festival is a free and family-friendly event. The global festival is Saturday, August 9, from 4 p.m. to 10 p.m. on the QuikTrip Great Lawn and inside ONEOK Boathouse. RSVP is encouraged. To claim a free ticket, visit the Eventbrite page.

Diversity of Cultures

The 6-week Global Gatherings summer series is about culture, community, and connection. The global festival is a way to celebrate Tulsa's diversity of cultures all together.

The event will feature a mix of live performances, international cuisine, hands-on activities, artisan vendors, and cultural demonstrations.

There will be food and drinks from places like Benin, Mexico, Hungary, Native America, the Philippines, Colombia, Lebanon, Puerto Rico, and Indonesia. The performers include:

1. Latin Grammy Award-winner Joaquina
2. Mei Semones
3. Te Tini a Māui Kapa Haka Māori dance group

Parking & Shuttle Service

Due to the festival, there will be limited parking on-site at Gathering Place on Saturday. Free shuttles will run from the Tulsa Community College Downtown Campus and the 33rd Place overflow lot.

People are also encouraged to use rideshare services. The drop-off for rideshare is along northbound Riverside Dr.