The City of Jacksonville invites residents and visitors to Metropolitan Park for the 26th Annual World of Nations Celebration this weekend. Guests will experience food, art and entertainment offered by 32 countries right here in Jacksonville.

The event will be open to the public Saturday, March 3, 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. and Sunday, March 4, 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. During these times, visitors will enjoy a variety of authentic experiences ranging from cuisine and artistry, to traditional customs and dancing. Tickets are $5 and can be purchased at JaxWorldofNations.com.

Countries participating in the World of Nations Celebration include: The Bahamas, Cambodia, China, Colombia, Cuba, Dominican Republic, Ecuador, Ethiopia, First Nations (Native North America), Ghana, Haiti, India, Jamaica, Japan, Mexico, Morocco, Nigeria, Palestine, Peru, Philippines, Poland, Puerto Rico, South Africa, Spain, St. Lucia, Taiwan, Trinidad & Tobago, Turkey, U.S.A., U.S. Virgin Islands, Venezuela, and Vietnam.

The World of Nations Celebration is proudly produced by the City of Jacksonville Office of Special Events with support from sponsors including Water Ventures, JEA, Ally Do It Right, LASIK Vision Institute, First Coast News, and iHeartMedia.