A brand new celebration of Korean culture unfolded in Rancho Cordova on Saturday as the inaugural Sacramento Korean Cultural Festival drew a strong turnout and offered attendees an opportunity to experience the richness of Korean traditions.
Co-hosted by the Sacramento Valley Korean American Community and featuring participation from the Korean School Sacramento Junior Volunteer (KSSJV) group, the festival transformed the KP International Market parking lot into a gathering place for cultural performances, community connection, and shared pride. Hosted at the bustling KP International Market, the festival showcased traditional music, dance, food, and history while honoring 104-year-old James Lee (Lee Ha-jeon), a living hero of Korea’s independence movement.
“This is not just a festival for Koreans, but for all residents of Rancho Cordova, Sacramento and beyond,” said Mona Lee, president of the Sacramento Korean American Association, in her opening remarks. “Today, we come together to celebrate the beauty and richness of Korean culture, but also to foster connections, understanding and unity among diverse communities. Let us celebrate, appreciate and take pride in the diversity that strengthens us all.”…