Started in 2008, The Othello Park International Festival returns after the two-year pandemic break! Yay! In 2022, there will be 90 booths from mostly BIPOC and South End vendors, as well as activities, including creating art at the Makery station or the option to get a henna design at the Henna booth. Local food vendors will also include Delish Ethiopian Cuisine and Dev’s Ice Cream Truck, among others — and free popcorn, a long-standing Othello Fest tradition. Performances of live music, dance, and even martial arts will reflect the multicultural neighborhood, including the Washington Diamonds Drill Team, Mak Fai Lion Dance Association, Samoan Siva Dance Group, and Northwest Wushu Martial Arts. More info: Othello Park International Festival Returns Aug. 14 | South Seattle Emerald
Held in Othello Park, just a block east of the Othello Light Rail Station. the International Festival includes ethnic music, art, community vendors, and a variety of family friendly activities focused on dance and artistic expression. It is part of the annual Rainier Valley Culture Fest. More info: Othello Park Alliance – A Beautiful 7 Acre Park in the Othello Neighborhood of Seattle
