Saturday, September 27, 2025
BGIF by SOCU
#bgifbysocu

35th annual Bowling Green International Festival
September 27, 2025

Circus Square Park, Bowling Green KY | #bgifbysocu
9:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.

[rain or shine]

Purchase advance tickets ($5) on Eventbrite for half the door price ($10). Foodie Discount Cards ($10) are also half price ($5) when reserved online. 12 and under are FREE and do not require a ticket. Show your EBT card at the gate for $2 admission. Follow our social media for flash discount specials.

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Saturday September 27, 2025

  • Admission $10 at the door (Buy online and save) – Children 12 & under FREE.
  • Circus Square Park, 621 State Street, Bowling Green KY
  • Information booth opens 7:30 a.m.
  • Opening/Awards Ceremony 8:45 a.m.
  • Vending & Performances begin at
    9:00 a.m.
  • Festival closes 6:00 p.m.
  • Stop by our Merchandise Booth for our Restaurant Discount Cards & shirts designed by local artists.
Frequently Asked Questions

About the Festival

Get details on admission and the festival location. Learn more about the festival’s history and find links to webpages from previous years.

Performance & Events

Stages and performance areas feature a variety of music and dance. Activities, contests, and events take place during the festival.

Booths At the Festival

The festival features a variety of booths: authentic foreign foods, cultural displays, edu-tainment activities and merchandise.

Sponsors & Fundraising

The festival is made possible by sponsors & fundraising activities. Visit our booths by the fountain for Restaurant Discount Cards & Merch.