City to host free Croatian cultural celebration at waterfront ahead of World Cup

Updated: This story was originally published at 3:21 p.m. on May 26; it was updated at 5:19 p.m. after the city clarified that the team will not be present.

ALEXANDRIA, Va. — The city will host a free community celebration of Croatian culture at Waterfront Park on June 6, though a same-day correction to the announcement clarified that Croatia’s national football team will not be present at the event.

“Flavors & Sounds of Croatia – Alexandria” will run from 5 to 8 p.m. at Waterfront Park, with City Manager James Parajon delivering opening remarks followed by a recognition of Alexandria’s partnership with the Croatian Embassy…

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