The Iranian Cultural Society of North Carolina
proudly presents the Third Annual
North Carolina Persian Festival
Saturday May 4, 2013 in Raleigh, NC • 11:00 AM - 9:00 PM
State Fairgrounds, Kerr Scott Building
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Video of the 2012 North Carolina
Persian Festival
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for the 2013
North Carolina
Persian Festival
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The 2013 North Carolina Persian Festival celebrates the rich and ancient culture, history, arts, and traditions of the people of Iran.
Live Persian dance and music, modern and traditional
The Festival includes a wide array of live performances of traditional, folkloric, contemporary, pop, and modern classical Persian music
and dance.
View a fascinating collection of Persian carpets, handcrafts and more
Persian carpets, handicrafts, embroidery, calligraphy and paintings will be on display in the extensive cultural exhibition along with film clips and animations that explore the history, geography, and cities of Iran from the time of the Persian Empire and Cyrus the Great to the present.
Come savor a variety of Persian foods
Visitors can sample various types of Persian cuisine, as well as enjoy DJ performances and dancing for everyone at the Festival.