Arab and Chaldean Festival
- Date
- August 1st
- Time
- 12:00 PM–12:00 AM
- Age
- Ages 0–12
- Cost
- Free
Location
Hart Plaza
1 Hart Plaza, Detroit, MI 48226 · Directions
Downtown
The first day of North America's large Arab and Chaldean cultural festival fills Hart Plaza with authentic food, Middle Eastern singers, folklore dancers, and performances celebrating Arab and Chaldean traditions. Stage programming begins at 5:30 p.m.
A cultural gallery explores folklore customs, Arab medicine, calligraphy, Yemeni history, Chaldean contributions, tattoo art, and the history of the festival itself. The organizer welcomes attendees of all ages and encourages families and friends to attend.