Seattle’s Duwamish River Festival canceled over concerns of ICE agents

The Brief

  • The Duwamish River Community Coalition canceled this year’s Duwamish River Festival in Seattle’s South Park neighborhood due to concerns about immigration enforcement and community safety.
  • The festival, which celebrates the river and local cultures, was canceled to protect the predominantly Latino and immigrant community, with plans to find other ways to support each other.
  • Community members expressed understanding and hope for future celebrations, with the festival originally scheduled for August 9.

SEATTLE The Duwamish River Community Coalition has announced they have canceled this year’s Duwamish River Festival over concerns that immigration enforcement officers might target it.

The annual event takes place in Seattle’s South Park neighborhood, which is home to many Latino neighbors and immigrants. Some say they’re worried ICE agents might show up.

“In light of recent events across the country and growing uncertainty for the safety and protection of our neighbors, we decided to cancel the festival this year,” said Mickila Gonzales, Development Coordinator at the Duwamish River Community Coalition.

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