Princeton FrancoFest

The Francophone Festival will transform Hinds Plaza into a lively gathering celebrating the diversity of the French-speaking world with concerts, food, crafts, and literature in a family-friendly event open to the entire community.

One of the highlights will be a public conversation with internationally acclaimed Franco-Congolese author Alain Mabanckou, joined by other writers participating in a literary festival featuring 15 francophone authors from six regions of the world: France, Canada, Congo, Réunion Island, Tunisia, and Belgium.

Another highlight will be two concerts with Eva Martin and her jazz group, and Blandine Guerrand.

Additional festival highlights include:

–              Food vendors featuring international French-speaking cuisines

–              Francophone non profit organizations

–              Craft stands and “ Pêche à la ligne”

–              Book signings and literary discussions with visiting authors

–              A children’s and teens’ workshop at Princeton Public Library from 12 to 1:30 pm

–              A wine tasting experience hosted by a nearby Princeton restaurant

–       A movie opening night on Princeton University campus on Friday, April 10

The festival aims to showcase the global reach of the French language while creating a welcoming cultural event for families, students, and the broader Princeton community.