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The Ann Arbor Summer Festival presents artists from across the globe – some who preserve ancient traditions and others who shine with innovation. In support of our international programs and to celebrate the diverse community we serve, each year we throw a series of Global Parties at Top of the Park that spotlight different cultural heritages. Featuring free outdoor performances and demonstrations by local artists, these theme nights feature colorful parades, street dancing, hands-on art activities, and community resource tables.
AFRO-BRAZILIAN DANCE PARTY
Supporting Gilberto Gil & Broad Band
Wednesday, June 18
Top of the Park, FREE
6:30 – 8:00 pm
Celebrate the cultural vibrancy of Brazil! Live music, dancing, samba, and other related cultural activities preclude a performance by the legendary Gilberto Gil. Featuring the electrifying grooves of Brazilian-American fusion artists A Cor Do Brasil.
PAN-ASIAN CELEBRATION
Supporting the Golden Dragon Acrobats
Sunday, June 22
Top of the Park, FREE
6:30 – 8:00 pm
Join in a celebration that spans the vast Asian continent! Featuring live music, traditional costumes, yo-yo performers, interactive games, and a festive Lion Dance.
Community Partners: Ann Arbor Chinese Center, Asian Martial Arts Studio
UM Center for Chinese Studies, UM Center for Japanese Studies
CEILIDH: CELTIC NIGHT
Supporting Natalie MacMaster and Donnell Leahy
Thursday, July 3
Top of the Park, FREE
6:30 – 8:00 pm
Celebrate Celtic culture with live music, dancers, festival giveaways, and other related activities. Our final Global Party of the season promises to cap off the season with a meeting of traditional and modern cultural leanings.
Community Partner: Saline Celtic Festival
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