Global Summer Festivals Highlight Culture and Community

Summer festivals in 2025 are showcasing cultural diversity and community spirit worldwide. Madison's Concerts on the Square offers international cuisine, while Farmington's SummerWeen brings families together for costumes and water games in July. Killarney hosted a Celebration of Irish and American Friendship with parades and cultural tributes, despite rain. In Northern Ireland, the annual Twelfth of July parades will feature 600 bands across 18 locations, marking the Battle of the Boyne anniversary. Redmond and Batavia are holding local festivals with live music, parades, food, and new interactive activities. Oxford's multicultural event continued to celebrate African heritage, crafts, and community engagement.