Live Music, Dancing, More Set For Wheaton Festival Of Cultures

WHEATON, IL — The sights and sounds of diverse cultural backgrounds will fill Memorial Park for Wheaton's 2021 Festival of Cultures Sept. 12.

The family-friendly event will feature live music and dance performances, storytelling and close to 20 booths displaying art and artifacts from different cultures. Below is entertainment schedule for the 2021 Festival of Cultures:

1 p.m.: Welcome remarks from Wheaton Mayor Phil Suess, festival co-chairs Erica Nelson and Tony Asta, Rep. Sean Casten

1:15 p.m.: Murphy Roche performs Irish music

1:50 p.m.: Guest speaker remarks

1:55 p.m.: Renacer Boliviano Dance Troupe

2:10 p.m.: Mexican dance group Nahui Ollin Quetzalyoloti

2:40 p.m.: Guest speaker remarks

2:45 p.m.: Salsa del Norte

3:40 p.m.: Guest speaker remarks

3:45 p.m.: Funkadesi

4:55 p.m.: Closing remarks

No food or drink will be available for purchase during the event due to the ongoing coronavirus pandemic.