International Festival Of Burnsville Is July 16

BURNSVILLE, MN — The International Festival of Burnsville will take place July 16 from 3-9 p.m., according to its website.

The festival will be located at Nicollet Commons Park, with parking available in parking structures near the park, the website said. There will also be street parking, according to the website.

According to the website, the festival was established in 2006 to celebrate Burnsville's diversity. Residents can enjoy music and dance groups from around the world, view cultural displays, buy food and participate in kid-friendly activities, the website said.

Here are the eateries that will serve food at the event:

• Aroma Indian Cuisine
• Latin Fusion Cuisine
• Hometown Creamery
• The Mediterranean Cruise Cafe
• Tawakal Restaurant

The live performances will also be available to view online at Burnsville Community Television, the website said.

There will also be free activities in Kids' Village. The activities include:

• African Hair Braiding
• Bean Bag Toss
• Crafts
• Face Painting
• Henna Temporary Tattoos
• Mancala
• Origami
• Taekwando

More information about the festival can be found on its website.