70th Annual World Unity Fair
Saturday, April 4, 5:00 – 9:00 p.m., Lory Student Center Ballrooms
Back for its 70th year, the World Unity Fair at Colorado State University is the best way to travel the globe in a few hours with food, music, dance and traditions from around the world. Hop from table to table as our students showcase elements of their countries and cultures in ways most meaningful to them. Entrance to the event is free and is sure to promise fun for all ages.
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Food Ticket Pre-Sale
Skip the line! Pre-order your food tickets before 5:00 p.m. on Friday, April 3rd & pick them up at will-call at the event! $1 (drinks), $2 (sweets), or $3 (savories). Tickets are $1/ticket, or 11 tickets for $10.
Cookbook Pre-Sale
Take home a taste of the event with our cookbook! Buy the digital edition now to access the 2025 version instantly AND the 2026 edition when it’s released. Print copies available for pick-up at the event.
Food & Beverage Menu
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Look forward to:
International Bazaar
Purchase unique gifts from places all over the world and support the Fort Collins International Center and the programs they organize for CSU’s international community.
Food and Cultural Booths
Travel around the world and visit booths displaying cultural icons, popular foods, traditional clothing, and more.
Stage Performances
Enjoy various visual art forms and performances!
Fashion Show
Back by popular demand, the fashion show was debuted at last years World Unity Fair and was a hit! Stick around to see fits from across the globe.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is parking available?
Yes, on weekends there is permit-free parking on-site at CSU!
The Lory Student Center is located at 1101 Center Ave Mall, Fort Collins, CO 80521. Two parking lots are nearby, Lot 425 to the south of the building at 550 Hughes Way, and Lot 310 (Engineering Parking Lot) to the north off 401 W. Laurel Street.
Is the event free?
Yes! The event is free, with cultural booths available to explore and a full line-up of free performances. There are also free water stations in the ballrooms. There is food and drink available for purchase, with proceeds supporting the participating clubs.
How does the food sales work?
Food tickets are available for pre-purchase online through Friday, April 3rd at 5:00 p.m. – skip the line by ordering in advance and pick-up your tickets at will-call.
Food tickets will also be available at the door day of!
Tickets are $1 each, or you can purchase 11 tickets for $10 (22 tickets for $20, 33 tickets for $30, etc.).
Most food will cost $1 (drinks), $2 (sweets), or $3 (savories).
How many clubs are participating?
In total, over 30 clubs and organizations are involved in this event. This year, we have 26 clubs hosting cultural booths; all booths are selling food or drink items. We have 11 performances by 10 different clubs or organizations, as well as our (back by popular demand) fashion show! There will be an international bazaar selling goods from around the world organized by the Fort Collins International Center, a local non-profit.
How can I be involved in the World Unity Fair next year?
Email us at [email protected] and we’ll add you to our list of contacts to email! Communication usually begins in October, with most meetings and preparation occurring in early spring.
Will there be photography?
Yes, there will be professional photography happening on-site, and we will be sharing photos after the event on our social media sites and Flickr Account.
Instagram: @colostateinternational and @csu.international.rams
Notice of Filming:
By entering this Colorado State University building, event, or program, you are entering an area where photography, audio, and video recording may occur. Through your entry, presence, or participation in or at the event premises, you acknowledge that you have been informed that you may be photographed, filmed, and/or otherwise recorded and grant the Board of Governors of the Colorado State University System permission to use your voice, name, and/or likeness without any compensation, credit, or other consideration for exploitation in any media now known or hereafter devised, in perpetuity, throughout the universe, and the advertising and publicity thereof. Furthermore, you hereby release the Board of Governors of the Colorado State University System, its officers, employees, and each and all persons involved from any liability connected with the taking, recording, digitizing, or publication and use of the above-mentioned recording including, but not limited to, any claims for invasion of privacy, violation of the right of publicity, defamation, copyright infringement, or for any fees, payment, or royalties for use of such recorded media. If you do not wish to be photographed, recorded, or appear under these conditions, please notify the photographer or the event organizers.
Have more questions?
Email [email protected] and we’ll answer any other questions you have!
Supporters:
The World Unity Fair is organized by and supported by: Office of International Programs, Council of International Student Affairs (COISA), Fort Collins International Center, and Associated Students of Colorado State University (ASCSU).
For questions email [email protected]
Celebrating 70 years!