To celebrate the variety of global cultures that call Richardson home, the City of Richardson will host the fourth annual Culture in The CORE event on Saturday, Nov. 8 in Downtown Richardson at the Main Street Plaza, 105 S. Interurban St. The event takes place from noon-4 p.m.

The free, family-friendly event brings together Richardson’s diverse communities to have fun, to learn and to experience the music, dance, foods and arts of different cultures. The community gathering will feature vendors selling treasures from around the globe, a variety of culturally diverse art, music and dance displays by local groups representing Richardson’s rich array of cultures. Representatives from local arts nonprofits will also be in attendance to share information about their upcoming events.

Recognized as one of the “best foodies city” in Texas for its robust range of ethnic cuisines, Richardson will fittingly offer Culture in The CORE attendees an opportunity to sample a world-spanning assortment of food and drink.

Culture in The CORE is the flagship of several Richardson events held to celebrate the hundreds of global cultures represented among Richardson’s residents.

Live Performance Schedule

  • 12:05 p.m. Chamber Music International
  • 12:30 p.m. Polyphonic Dallas
  • 12:50 p.m. Buddha’s Light International Association
  • 1 p.m. City Council Remarks
  • 1:15 p.m. Nailah Noor Belly Dance
  • 1:45 p.m. Pearce HS Folklorico
  • 2:25 p.m. Bandan Koro, An African Drum & Dance Ensemble
  • 3:05 p.m. The Heat Pearce HS
  • 3:30 p.m. Anita N. Martinez Ballet Folklorico

Event Parking and Access
Free event parking will be available at most public lots around Main Street Plaza, with overflow parking available on most nearby streets.

About Culture in The CORE
Culture in The CORE is sponsored by the City of Richardson with the help and assistance of local businesses in The CORE District.

About The CORE District
Richardson’s CORE District includes the City’s Downtown, along with the Heights, Interurban, Lockwood and Chinatown neighborhoods. As growth and transformation occurs, this area continues to serve as the eclectic heart of Richardson with independently owned and operated businesses and services.