The cultural mosaic that is Houston, Texas will be displayed in all her glory during the annual International Festival, also known as iFest. The theme for the 41st annual iFest is The Silk Road, Journey Across Asia. It will highlight the 5,000 mile Silk Road that Marco Polo took through China, India, Eurasia and North Africa. iFest is open April 30 – May 1, and May 7 – May 8 in downtown Houston The festival will stretch across parks and streets including City Hall, Bagby Street, and Tranquility and Sam Houston Parks. You can find a map HERE.
This year, it brings us great honor to be a part of the ifest. We hope you join Interfaith Ministries for Greater Houston for a collaborative theatrical production with The High School for the Performing and Visual Arts (HSPVA) called the Religions of the Silk Road.
The story of a young merchant traveler who must complete an important mission to secure his family’s future. Along the journey, the young man encounters difficult situations and learns from wise religious teachers on how to be both a successful merchant and a compassionate man.
The play will run at 12:30 p.m. on Sunday, May 1 and May 8, on the International Kid’s Stage located in Little Tranquility Park. Bring your whole family for this kid friendly play.
Many faith communities are participating in Religions of the Silk Road including Chung-Tai Zen Center, Friends of Confucius, Herman Park, Houston Blue Mosque, Houston Congregation for Reform Judaism, Islamic Spirituality Center, Jain Society of Houston, Hindus of Greater Houston, Lakewood United Methodist Church and Zoroastrian Association of Houston.
Every year, there is tons of music, food, and family fun to enjoy at iFest. Here are some additional acts and festivities going on this year.
1. The Golden Dragon Acrobats from China
Center Stage
April 30: 2pm, 4pm, 6pm,
May 1: 2:30pm, 4:30pm
2. Mariachi MECA
RoomStore Latin Stage
May 7, 2:00pm
May 8, 2:30pm
3. Voodoo Brass Band
The Louisiana Stage sponsored by Green Mountain Energy
May 7, 12:30pm
4. Great Wall of China Replica
A 100-foot-long winding reproduction of the world’s wonder.
For a complete list of events, click here. Tickets are on sale at the festival website, www.ifest.org and H-E-B grocery stores, or call 713-654-8808. Prices are $12 in advance, $18 at the gate, with kids 12 and under admitted free on Mother’s Day, May 8, courtesy of ConocoPhillips.
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