International Jayhawk Festival 2026

Representing cultures from around the world, the International Jayhawk Festival offers hundreds of attendees’ activities, games, a fashion show and performances, as well as T-shirts and food. IJF celebrated its 10th year in 2026, highlighting KU’s diverse student body, the importance of global citizenship, the value of international education and the need for global awareness.
Image of Mexican folkloric dancers
A student tabling during IJF
Lion Dancer "attacks" Man
A woman wears a dress from the White Mountain Apache Tribe
Women drumming large Japanese drums.
Students pose with one of the Lion Dancers at the Central Bank photobooth.