Participation Requirements

Nationalities (represented by one or more families) are expected to commit to the following:

1. Decorating a Space in the Gym

• Spaces will be allocated on a first-come, first-served basis.
• Each nationality must decorate at least one table with items representing their country. You may include flags, games, cultural materials, traditional outfits, posters, and other elements that showcase your culture.
• If you would like to display a flag but do not have one, please contact community.relations@caislisbon.org to check if the school has one available.
• Spaces will be assigned upon sign-up. Families will receive a confirmation email with details about their booth location by March 21st.

2. Footwear Requirements

• Since this year’s event will be held in the gym, all participants must wear tennis shoes.

3. Food Preparation

• Food cannot be prepared or kept warm on-site, as there will be no electrical outlets available.
• You may bring pre-prepared food that does not require heating.
• All food items must be clearly labeled, especially if they contain common allergens such as dairy or gluten.
• CAISL has a strict “no nuts” policy, so no food containing nuts is permitted.

4. Drinks

• The PSG will be selling beverages, including coffee and tea.
• If there are drinks that are culturally important to your nationality and you would like to offer a small tasting sample, you may do so. However, full-sized drink portions may not be distributed.

5. Auction Item or Basket

• Each nationality is encouraged (but not required) to prepare a basket or cultural item for auction.
• The item does not need to be expensive but should be culturally significant, desirable, and something not readily available in Portugal.
• Auction items must be ready for display during the week of April 21st, immediately following Spring Break.
• Proceeds from the auction will help cover PSG event costs.

6. Entertainment and Media

• Entertainment (e.g., performances or videos) can be part of your nationality’s cultural display.
• Performance length: 5–7 minutes.
• Video length: 1-minute maximum.
• Families must inform the PSG about any planned entertainment and any technical or equipment requirements by April 4th.
• By April 28th, all entertainment (performances and videos) must be finalized. No additions can be made after this date.

7. Safety Regulations

• Pyrotechnics, smoke torches, and any items that could compromise safety are strictly prohibited.

8. Shared Booths

• There cannot be multiple booths representing the same nationality. Families from the same country must collaborate to create a shared booth.
• Smaller-represented countries may join together to share a space, especially if they are from the same region. 

9. Sign-Up Process

• To sign up, fill out this form. 
• The deadline for sign-ups is February 28th at midnight.