2025
Saturday, June 28 & Sunday, June 29

We would like to thank everyone involved in making Global Fest a success! Without the involvement of the planning committee, food vendors, artisans, entertainers, and community collaborators this event would not have been possible.  We also want to give a big thank you to the City of West Bend who rewarded us with the grant to create this new event!






At the Global Fest beverage tent, we collected a total of $706 in tip jar donations, which we donated to The Welcome Network Inc! They're a newer local 501c3 nonprofit organization that assists and serves newcomers with language and cultural challenges in the greater West Bend area.

Day 1 - Saturday, June 28th Map

Day 2 - Sunday, June 29th Map

Schedule of Entertainment

International Cuisine Options

Downtown restaurant menus for Day 1

International Bazaar - Featured Artisans

Day 1 - June 28

Djenne Collective Inc - African attire, bags, drums, mudcloth, jewelry, fancy fabric
El Mundo del Bombon - Mexican sweet treats and handmade key chains and bracelets
JK Lee Martial Arts (Germantown) - sharing information about their school which provides character development, physical fitness, and self-defense, rather than fighting. 
​Maroquinerie Cisse - leather bags, briefcases, fanny packs - all handmade in Mali
Salon Mayfair - henna designs, Indian fabrics, saris, jewelry
Day 2 - June 29

Artesania Minga - hats, clothing, jewelry made by artisans in Mexico
Djenne Collective Inc - African attire, bags, drums, mudcloth, jewelry, fancy fabric
El Mundo del Bombon - Mexican sweet treats and handmade key chains and bracelets
Grace in Motion - Fair Trade products made by artisans around the world who are rebuilding their futures after surviving exploitation, poverty, and hardship.
Maroquinerie Cisse - leather bags, briefcases, fanny packs - all handmade in Mali
Hmong Needlepoint Motif - handmade toys, embroidered purses
Salon Mayfair - henna designs, Indian fabrics, saris, jewelry
Shamla - clothing and accessories made and designed by fashion designer from Afghanistan (who now lives in Stevens Point)
Tech Jewelers - Downtown West Bend jewelry store featuring geodes from Brazil, Mexico, Morocco, Uruguay, and Madagascar
The Spice and Tea Exchange - Port Washington based shop with spices, seasoning, and teas from around the world 
Why Not Now Missions - Refugee women from the Congo making baskets out of recycled plastic bags

Community Partners - On site at event

Cultural Movie Sponsor

The Bend Theater will be providing a FREE showing of Raya and the Last Dragon on Saturday, June 28 at 12PM, right before Global Fest kicks off on Main Street, thanks to the generosity of
​Bank Five Nine! This beautiful movie is based on themes of trust and unity in a world that is divided.

We are excited to see you there! No registration required.

Water Lantern Release

To honor our loved ones who have passed, we are hosting a water lantern release the first night of Global Fest, Saturday, June 29th at 9:30PM at the downtown Riverwalk.  Water lanterns are for sale for only $5 and include a keepsake certificate to write a loved one's name on.  If you want to purchase in advance they will be available at the following locations:
​-The Downtown West Bend Association office during normal business hours
-The Bend Theater on Saturday, June 28 from 12:00-1:45PM during their free showing of Raya and the Last Dragon
-The Downtown West Bend Association booth at the event on Saturday, June 28 starting at 2:00PM until they're sold out.
(You will not get to keep the water lantern as we will collect and reuse them next year, but you will receive a 5"x7" keepsake certificate to write a loved ones name on in memoriam)

Scavenger Hunt

Included in the Global Fest passport is a scavenger hunt of the Downtown West Bend Specialty shops.  Once completed you can receive a free entry into the $1,000 travel voucher!

Event Raffle

Raffle tickets will be sold both days of Global Fest for the chance to win a variety of prizes! We are so thankful for Shooting Star Travels for donating a $1,000 travel voucher! 
​We will also have international gift baskets!

Other Activities

International Wine Tasting

Saturday, June 28, 2:00-4:00PM
​Saloon Royale - 241 N. Main St. West Bend

​They'll be pouring five unique wines from around the world—each selected to give you a taste of something new and unexpected. Featured wines hail from the USA, Germany, New Zealand, Spain, and Italy! Stop in, sip, and explore the flavors of the globe, one glass at a time.

Spice Blend Make & Take Class

TWO class offerings!
Saturday, June 28, 1:00-1:30PM
Sunday, June 29, 11:00-11:30AM
​Authentic Wellness - 301 N. Main St. West Bend

Join this fun, hands-on workshop where you'll whip up 4 Homemade Seasoning Blends packed with flavors from around the globe!
 Bonus: You’ll also get a handful of delicious, ready-to-go recipes to start using your new blends right away!

Global Stage Sponsor

Bier Garten Sponsor

Entertainment Sponsor

Event Passport Sponsors

AFS Intercultural Programs USA
Bay Marketforce
Game Over
Homestead Realty - Wendy Wendorf
Innovative Retirement Associates
​Mod Ledger
North American Chinese School
​Savoring Thyme
Taiwan Center for Mandarin Learning
The Bend Theater
The Garden Lounge

Media Sponsor

Billboard Sponsor

We thank our Major Event Supporter

Staying overnight in West Bend for the event?

Downtown West Bend Association: 
120 N. Main Street Ste 120
​West Bend, WI 53095

 Contact Us 

262-338-3909

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