Dancing is one way to share your culture at the World Relief Day event at Foster Beach Park

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In a world full of heavy headlines, we want to spotlight something different—hope.

Picnic. Performances. Soccer Tournament. Kids' Activities. Resource Fair.

The theme for World Refugee Day 2026 is "Solidarity with Refugees". This theme emphasizes turning sympathy into action, welcoming refugees into local communities, and ensuring they can work, thrive, and contribute. The 2026 Chicago community celebration is made possible by support from individuals, event partners, and The Reva and David Logan Foundation.