World Refugee Day
World Refugee Day 2025
Join us to celebrate World Refugee Day on Friday, June 20, from 4 to 10 p.m. at Big Cottonwood Regional Park (4300 S. 1300 E., Millcreek).
Ways to get involved:
- Volunteer
- Become a sponsor
- Join as an event partner
- Apply to be a refugee food and craft vendor
For more information on how to get involved, email refugeecenter@utah.gov.
Sponsors and Partners
This event would not be possible without the generous support of our entire community, including sponsors, partners and volunteers. Click here to learn how you can become a sponsor or partner.
About World Refugee Day
World Refugee Day was first celebrated on June 20, 2001, to commemorate the 50th anniversary of the Convention Relating to the Status of Refugees.
We join with people from around the world for a celebration of the refugee cultures and traditions that bring beauty and diversity to our communities.
World Refugee Day is an important community event that helps refugees feel more integrated into the community and gives community members a greater understanding of refugees.
Cultural Displays, Music and Dance
Travel the world through dance, music and experience traditions from the home countries of refugees in Utah.
Crafts and Ethnic Arts
Shop for goods and crafts from around the globe and support local refugees.
Traditional Food
The most delicious part of World Refugee Day is sampling food from many refugee’s native countries.
In partnership with the International Rescue Committee’s Spice Kitchen Incubator program, refugee food entrepreneurs offer culturally authentic food for purchase. These vendors are able to learn hands-on skills needed to achieve their entrepreneurship dreams, while providing an opportunity for the public to taste foods from all parts of the globe. All proceeds generated by the sale of food go back to the entrepreneurs, and are used to support their goal of owning catering or restaurant businesses.
Family Fun
Enjoy a family friendly outdoor movie, games and activities, soccer and volleyball tournaments and more!