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Cleveland Cultural Gardens to host 76th annual One World Day

3News' Danielle Wiggins will be emceeing the event

CLEVELAND — The Cleveland Cultural Gardens is set to host 'One World Day' for the 76th year. 

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The multi-cultural celebration will happen on Sunday, Aug. 28, from 11 a.m. until 6 p.m. 

The day will feature many events, including the following: 

  • Parade of flags 
  • Naturalization ceremony 
  • Cultural performances 
  • Family activities 
  • Authentic ethnic food
  • Beer gardens 
  • Children's Village 
  • Passport to Peace 

3News' very own Danielle Wiggins will be emceeing at Cleveland's 'One World Day.' 

Since the event's inception in 1945, the highlight of the event has been the Parade of Flags, where hundreds march from various cultures representing their heritage. 

This year's parade will feature former U.S. Women's Gymnast Dominique Moceanu as the 2022 Parade of Flag's Grand Marshal. 

Moceanu was a member of the first U.S. Women's Gymnastic Team to win Olympic Gold in 1996. She took home gold at 14, making her the youngest Olympic gold medalist in the history of U.S. Gymnastics.

As a decedent of Romanian heritage, Moceanu is "eager" to be involved in the diversity of 'One World Day.'

Parking for the event will be free at the VA and at Cleveland Metroparks.

More information on the event can be found at www.clevelandoneworldday.org.

EDITOR'S NOTE: The video above previously aired on 3News on Sept. 14, 2018. 

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