Held as part of the “Season of the Mediterranean,” the opening took place in a festive atmosphere attended by Morocco’s ambassador to France, Samira Sitaïl, and Saint-Ouen-sur-Seine Mayor Karim Bouamrane, among others.
Organized over three days in partnership with the Atome et Carbone association, the festival features a varied program showcasing Moroccan craftsmanship, art and cultural traditions while encouraging exchanges between Mediterranean cultures.
The event aims to strengthen cultural ties between Morocco and France while highlighting the diversity of the country’s creative scene and the richness of its tangible and intangible heritage.
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Speaking to Morocco’s state news agency MAP, Sitaïl stressed the importance of the “Morocco Multicultural” festival, whose sixth edition celebrates artistic creativity and cultural diversity. She also highlighted the significance of holding the event in a town known for its cultural diversity.
“The city has a large Moroccan community, and the idea of living together takes on its full meaning here,” she said. Sitaïl also praised the involvement of the mayor and municipal council in organizing the event in partnership with Atome et Carbone.
The association works, among other things, to promote science and women’s role in the field, while also highlighting the richness of Moroccan heritage and traditional crafts. Sitaïl stressed the importance of supporting initiatives that raise the profile of Moroccan culture and strengthen ties between different communities.
Bouamrane, for his part, said he was proud to host the festival in Saint-Ouen. He highlighted the town’s connection to Moroccan culture and the event’s role in showcasing the country’s heritage, craftsmanship and skills.
He also thanked the associations, artisans and craftspeople taking part, describing the festival as a showcase for Moroccan heritage and creativity. He reaffirmed his personal ties to Morocco and his commitment to strengthening relations between the two countries.
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The festival program includes a market featuring around a dozen Moroccan artisans, fashion designers, artists and creators. Visitors can discover regional products, textile creations and artworks, as well as live demonstrations of traditional crafts.
The sixth edition also features fashion shows, activities dedicated to Moroccan craftsmanship and traditions, and musical performances drawn from folk and Amazigh repertoires. An exhibition and sales area offers products from several Moroccan cities, particularly the historic cities of Fez and Azrou.
