Since 2005, the Plano International Festival has stood as North Texas’s largest and longest-running multicultural celebration, welcoming more than 25,000 visitors each year. Beyond its vibrant showcase of food, dance, art, and community wellness, the festival has become a nationally recognized leader in sustainability and cultural education. From its award-winning Zero Waste program to its expansive Green Village and Wellness Fair, the event reflects Plano’s spirit of innovation and inclusivity.
Fueled by boundless energy and a shared passion for the planet, mother-daughter team Andrea and Chantal Sethi are the heartbeat of the Plano International Festival’s sustainability efforts.
Since its the festival as community wellness and environmental stewardship. “We believe wellness goes beyond just physical health. It includes cultural nourishment, social connection, and a respectful relationship with our environment. That’s why we bring together food, art, dance, health services, and environmental initiatives all in one space. It reflects the way these aspects of life are interwoven,” explains Chantal…