Join us for Language Day

DLIFLC Commandant invites students  to attend Language Day

 

Language Day Passport

LD passport image
Fill up your passport with stamps by visiting the Cultural Display Tents! 

Passports will be handed out to any students who would like one when they arrive at DLIFLC.

It’s that time again! Language Day is almost here!

Language Day 2024

Friday, May 17th – 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM
at the Presidio of Monterey

This year’s activities and attractions will consist of a day full of outdoor entertainment. There will be live cultural performances on the main stage, language, and cultural exhibits around the event grounds.

There will be numerous food vendors on hand offering a noteworthy selection of international foods and beverages!

Visitor Registration

Registration for high school classes to attend Language Day 2024 is OPEN.

Individual DLIFLC students and faculty family members do not need to register to get onto the Presidio.

Event Times

Gates open for guests at 8:00 AM.

Language Day activities will start at 10:00 AM with the National Anthem and last until about 3:00 PM.

Parking and Transportation

Please be advised that DLIFLC does not provide transportation to this event.

Due to security measures and limited parking, please plan on arriving early. Personal vehicles will be able to park near the Presidio of Monterey Museum.

Visitors who park at the Presidio Museum will be able to use DLIFLC provided shuttles to reach Soldier Field, where the event takes place.

Photography

Photographs of the performances and the event activities are permitted during Language Day in the event area ONLY.

Onsite Information

We will have information at our Welcome Tent located at the main entrance of Soldier Field. We will also have Information boards located around the event for your convenience!

First Aid

Check the Event Map for the First Aid tent location. The First Aid Tent will be located on the platform on the westside of Soldier Field. If you need medical assistance, look for the tent, or ask someone to assist you in finding it.

What to Bring

Things to consider bringing to the event:

  • Jacket/raincoat (in case of rain or cold weather),
  • Cash (food vendors onsite). There will be ATMs at the event.
  • Sunblock
  • Water
  • Positive attitude & big smiles

What not to Bring

Due to security measures, you may not be able to bring bags
(i.e., backpacks, oversized bags, etc.) onto the Presidio of Monterey.

  • NO weapons, fireworks, or explosives
  • NO alcohol or illegal substances
  • NO butane
  • NO drones or aircraft.
  • NO pets (legitimate service animals as covered by law)
  • NO chairs, tents, pop-ups, canopies, or umbrellas
  • NO Laser pens or similar focused light devices
  • NO unauthorized vendors
  • NO unapproved pamphlets, handouts, advertisements, and promotional materials (including stickers, vending items, etc.)

Language Day Passports

Take a journey around the world with the help of the DLIFLC faculty and fill up your Language Day Passport with stamps along the way.

Passport stamps are located at different language and culture tents. Keep an eye out for the purple passport stamp signs and remember to have fun learning about the world’s many different cultures.

Vendors

Businesses interested in participating in the Language Day event can find “how to” info on POM MWR page.

For additional information or specific questions please feel free to contact the DLIFLC staff, by email at: Language_Day@dliflc.edu.