PHOTOS: West Seattle’s Vietnamese Cultural Center welcomes the New Year

(WSB photos by Dave Gershgorn)

The tumultuous midday weather didn’t stop the celebration at West Seattle’s Vietnamese Cultural Center this afternoon – just forced a bit of a delay until the Lion Dance to commemorate the arrival of the Year of the Snake:

(Vovinam Burien performed this year’s Lion Dance.) The historic Vietnamese flag was also raised for the holiday, known as Tết, with South Vietnam military veterans in attendance:

Also visiting for the celebration, new citywide City Councilmember Alexis Mercedes Rinck (below with center director Ducly Bui):

The festivities included food:

And a group photo:

You can visit the Vietnamese Cultural Center most Saturdays, noon-3 pm, at 2236 SW Orchard; watch the center’s website for dates of other celebrations.

ADDED SUNDAY: Thanks to Lynda Bui for Lion Dance video!

2 Replies to "PHOTOS: West Seattle's Vietnamese Cultural Center welcomes the New Year"

  • Spencer February 2, 2025 (6:35 am)

    Dave G did a great job with photography and I’m really pleased WSB is working with such contributors. Quality photos are a HUGE upgrade for reporting and I look forward to seeing more on the future! 😄

  • LyndaB February 2, 2025 (11:48 am)

    Thanks for covering our event yesterday, Dave. It was great meeting new folks…thank you all for braving the chilly weather and your support.

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