The much-anticipated 31st International Kurdish Culture Festival is set to take place in Frankfurt, Germany, on Saturday, after a six-year hiatus.
Tens of thousands of attendees are expected to converge in Frankfurt for this vibrant celebration of Kurdish culture, marking a significant moment for the Kurdish community in Europe.
The annual event was last held in Germany six years ago and it has been taking place in the Netherlands for the last six years.
The Kurdish Communities Democratic Confederation in Europe (KCDK-E) has extended a warm invitation to people from all backgrounds to come together in unity and join in the festivities.
Kurdish people and their supporters from Germany, Austria, Switzerland, France, the Netherlands, and Belgium will be participating in the festival. The Kurdistan Associations Democratic Federation (FCDK-KAWA) is playing host to the event, and buses have been arranged from various countries to facilitate travel to Frankfurt for the festival.
The festival promises to be a dazzling display of Kurdish culture, featuring a wide array of activities and performances. Thousands are expected to participate in traditional Kurdish dance, known as ‘govend’, accompanied by spectacular displays.
The festival will also transport attendees to the heart of Kurdistan with traditional attire and the mesmerizing melodies of local musicians, showcasing the diversity and vibrancy of Kurdish traditions.
In addition to the lively cultural performances, there will be plenty of entertainment and educational activities for children. Numerous exhibitions will feature books and traditional Kurdish clothing available for purchase, allowing attendees to take a piece of Kurdistan home with them.
The festival’s diverse cultural program boasts a line-up of renowned artists, including the Ma Music Children’s Choir, Silbûs û Tarî, Hossein Safamanesh, Kevana Zêrîn, Jale, Göksel & Ensemble, and Sherif Omeri, among others.
