The Seattle Arab Festival (SAF) is a non-profit organization run entirely by passionate volunteers. We're dedicated to celebrating the rich cultures of the member states of the Arab League, showcasing their vibrant traditions and heritages through a festive celebration. Our festival, held as part of the Seattle Center's Festal program, features a bustling marketplace with diverse vendors, captivating performances, delicious food, handcrafts, and informative cultural booths that will broaden your horizons. We strive to create a welcoming atmosphere for everyone, regardless of their background or familiarity with Arab culture. Come join us and connect with the community while immersing yourself in the beauty of Arab heritage!

Schedule of Events:

11:00 am - 12:45 pm: Festival opens (music, vendors, activities)
12:45 pm - 01:00 pm: Film Screening: "She Walked These Roads Again"
01:00 pm - 01:10 pm: Tannoura Dance
01:15 pm - 01:40 pm: Josi Saba - Qanoun
01:40 pm - 01:50 pm: Sham3edan Dancers
02:00 pm - 02:50 pm: Country for Syria
03:00 pm - 03:10 pm: Iskandarani Folkloric Dance
03:10 pm - 03:30 pm: Josi Saba - Qanoun
03:35 pm - 03:40 pm: Nubian Performance
04:00 pm - 04:15 pm: Seattle Kids Dabkeh
04:15 pm - 04:50 pm: Shamiyat Dabkeh
05:00 pm - 06:40 pm: Al Akhbar Band
06:40 pm - 07:00 pm: Raffle Winner Announcements, Closing Remarks and Festival End