Don’t Miss these Special Events!

Citizenship Oath Ceremony

Celebrate with us as 50 international children & young adults become new American citizens

Main Stage, 3pm

Cultural Talent Performances

Main Stage, 2:30-9pm

Soccer Tournament Awards

Stage, 8:30pm

Cheer on the winning team as Supervisor Richard Elias recognizes refugee’s contributions to Tucson

Where? Maracana Sports Center

555 E. 18th St., Tucson, AZ

RefugeeFEST Stage

Enjoy dozens of performers representing over fifteen countries as they recite poetry, sing, dance and provide the multi-cultural musical backdrop for the evening’s events. Kicking off this year’s festival is an Oath Ceremony where 50 international children will become new American citizens.

Help us cheer on the soccer champions at the Soccer Awards Ceremony led by Omer Kreso, Stephen Zleh & Abdkadir Abdullahi!

Kids’ Corral

RefugeeFEST has fun things to do for children of all ages! Kids can play soccer games of their own, thanks to Alex Mar & the Girls Scouts of Southern Arizona. Parents and children can relax together while listening to stories from around the world.

Global Village & Culture Booths

Walk the streets of the nations, explore the wide range of cultural goods or refugee business enterprises – stock up for yourself or for gift-giving! This is your opportunity for traditional henna treatment, bead-buying, or an iced Burundian coffee! Want to learn more about refugees and how to make a global impact by acting locally? Visit our information booths or take a mock citizenship exam. Booths & exhibits will be featured as the soccer tournament is played. Come, and learn while you play!