Provided to the QAM
Experience the magic of Polish folklore, food, and festivities at Polish Festival Seattle on July 12 from noon–7 p.m. as part of Seattle Center Festál at the Seattle Center Armory Food & Event Hall and Mural Amphitheatre. This free, family-friendly festival will enchant guests of all ages with the theme “Castles and Legends.”
Step into the mythical world of Poland with children’s activities, storytelling about the legendary Dragon of Kraków, and an exhibit of historic Polish castles.
Live performances will range from traditional folk dance and music to modern interpretations of Polish culture. Featured acts include Syrena Seattle and Sobótka dancers in colorful folk dress, the beloved Vivat Musica! choir, the lively Zabavva band, and soloists Daniel Conrad and Marcin Paczkowski.
The Polish culinary experience will be in full force with authentic dishes and pastries, courtesy of Sebi’s Kitchen, Koło Pan/Polish Women’s Club, and Warsztaty Kulinarne. Be sure to try the paczki (Polish doughnuts) — a festival favorite!
For guests 21-years-of-age and over, the outdoor beer garden sponsored by Browar Polska Inc. offers Polish beer and vodka tastings — a perfect pairing for a sunny Seattle afternoon.
Guests can also look forward to exploring the vibrant Polish marketplace inside the Armory, where treasures like amber jewelry, Polish crystal, and cookbooks await.
“As a community, we do the festival at the Seattle Center to create opportunities for people to learn, enjoy, and celebrate our rich culture and to raise awareness of Polish-American contributions to the local society,” said Alisa Lahti, Polish Festival Seattle executive director and producer. “We’re very proud of our culture and evolving traditions and like to share our music, food, dance, arts, crafts, and exhibits with others.”
This festival is part of the Festál series of 25 cultural festivals presented by community groups and hosted by Seattle Center throughout the year.