The University of New Mexico will host its annual Springtime International Festival Thursday, April 16, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Cornell Mall outside the Student Union Building on the Albuquerque campus. More than 30 countries will be represented, with international students sharing their cultures through food, music and dance. This year’s festival will feature dishes prepared by students from Nepal, Colombia, Japan and India. Additional food options will be available from local vendors, including Sanchez Tacos, Bing Tea, Doner Kebab and La Michoacana Sanchez. The event will also include an interactive bachata lesson, highlighting the Dominican Republic’s signature style of music and dance.

Source: International New York Times March 31, 2026 04:08 UTC