Northwest Folklife unveils cultural focus for 54th Annual Festival
Northwest Folklife has announced "Ikigai" as the cultural focus of its 54th Annual Festival, scheduled for May 23-26, 2025, at Seattle Center. This year's theme, rooted in the Japanese philosophy of finding life's purpose, aims to highlight cultural expressions through music, dance, and crafts. Artistic Director Benjamin Hunter emphasizes the festival's mission to celebrate the region's diverse traditions while inviting communities to share their interpretations of purpose.