WORLD CHILDREN’S FESTIVAL
The National Mall, Washington DC
June 2007

No peaceful future is possible without first its imagination, and art is central, crucial to this.

Join children, their teachers and parents from across the globe at the world’s premier international event to be held on the National Mall.

Support us in developing children’s creativity and empathy for prosperity and peace.

Arts Olympians from each U.S. state and territory will engage their peers from around the world in cultural exchange. Children from the Washington Metropolitan Area will serve as ambassadors to the city. Previous festivals generated a shared experience that was a turning point in children’s lives and a touchstone guiding them in the future.

Festival Activities
The Festival on the National Mall is free and open to the public. The nine main activity areas are described below:

Visions of Self in Motion Exhibition
First International Exhibition of works on the theme My Favorite Sport

Global Cultural Exposition
Cultural diversity showcase for cross-cultural understanding

World Stage for Children
Musical and theatrical talents and children’s collaborative productions

Performing Arts Arena
Practice and teaching of performing arts organized by World Children's Choir

Arts & Crafts Atelier
Hands-on participation and exposure to artistic and creative traditions

Digital Media & Design Studio
21st century information and technology skills and design education

Health & Fitness Center
Union of mind and body to highlight the artist-athlete ideal

Festival Classroom
Creative leadership training and sharing of indigenous knowledge

Hospitality Pavilion
Network, brand and showcase sponsor’s Corporate Social Responsibility

Festival Days
Each day of the Festival will be dedicated to a unique group of activities.

Day 1: Orientation at Marriott Hotel (by invitation only)
Children meet and greet each other, using art as a tool for cross-cultural dialogue. Art therapy opens them to new opportunities while program activities build trust and understanding

Day 2: Sports & Recreation Day on the National Mall
Dance and theatrical performance; sports activities and workshops on preventing obesity and adopting healthy lifestyles; interaction with Olympians and local sports teams

Day 3: Arts & Creativity Day on the National Mall
Musical and creative arts performances; interaction with famous artists, muralists and designers; lectures on awakening and nurturing one’s creativity; and design workshops

Day 4: Leadership & Friendship Day on the National Mall
Building global bonds and awareness through e-literacy; interaction with political and business leaders; creative leadership exercises and workshops

Day 5: Award Ceremony at the Washington Convention Center (by invitation only)
International dignitaries and first ladies honor and salute the Arts Olympians on their achievements. The children will present the first-ever World Children’s Awards to leaders who have advanced children’s creative development and concerns

Get Involved

You can sponsor participation of under-served children by making an online donation

Your company can become a Festival Sponsor. Please email us to request sponsorship information

You can become a Festival Volunteer or serve as a host family by emailing us your preference

To discuss collaboration or your creative festival ideas, please email us