Saturday, September 16, 2023

2023.9.16. Fiestas Patrias at Seattle Center

Seattle Center hosts a Latin America festival this Saturday afternoon (1-9pm) and Sunday. Around 1:30, saw this line of "sports" cars with Mexican flag and loud music running around downtown.

In the Armory, Sea Mar health center had many tables prividing simple blood tests and a few info booths. 2nd floor hosts a small art exhibit. In the afternoon, there was a zumba class.

Most action is in Fischer Pavillion. A performance stage with dances and songs (and many audience members singing and dancing at the same time). A solemn speech session of each country and national anthem. Booths selling colorful decorations and clothing. 2 tables giving out cleaning products and printed instructions. One organization handing out 400 soccer balls. Food trucks outside.

When I left at 8pm, it was still going on merrily. A good way to be immersed in Spanish.