Council president and festival organiser Ewa Fenn said she was thrilled with the strong turnout with more than 5000 people through the gates and believed numbers were up on last year.
"There was an absolutely incredible atmosphere and ambience around the village. People had so many options either sitting in front of the stage and watching the large programme of performers or meandering around the village watching the many street performers and taking in the many wonderful food stalls with food selections from around the world."
Mrs Fenn said the festival showcased 23 cultures with a wonderful selection of performers, arts and crafts, and food from countries including France, South America and the Pacific Islands.
"The whole village came alive. It was an absolutely fantastic day," she said.
Mrs Fenn said several groups were first-time performers including some Italian dancers and the Kiribati group from Te Puke, which is a growing community of 60-70 people.
The festival coincided with St Patrick's Day and talented young violinist Rebecca Whalley from Katikati College played Irish music.
Performers also included children from Tina Peet's Third Avenue Dance Centre who performed Irish dances and Tauranga Samba dressed all in green for their performances.
Mrs Fenn said the day aimed to offer people a better understanding of other cultures.