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Welcome to our Festival Activities.

This is where you will find information on all the fun activities for festival on May 31, 2025 as we get closer to that date.  We hope you will attend and join us again at accesso ShoWare Center in Kent. 625 West James Street, Kent, WA 98032

Check out our past festivals

2025 Program

 The program for 2025 is now available below.

Kent International Festival Program 2025 (1) (pdf)Download

Entertainment

We have lined up some amazing cultural performances for you this year.  The 4Culture stage will be inside ShoWare in the arena and the Plaza stage will be outside in front of ShoWare on the plaza. See page 2 and 3 in the program above.

Files coming soon.

International Taste of Kent Food Court

2025 Food Trucks

We are bringing together a variety of tasty flavors and dishes from around the globe with local food trucks again for 2025. The Food Court will be at accesso ShoWare Center in the west parking lot from 11am to 3:00 pm.

Paparepas

  PAPAREPAS Venezuelan Food Truck has a great variety of options among which you can find proteins, carbohydrates, vegetables, gluten free, vegetarian, or vegan options. 

Venezuelan Food is vibrant and diverse, full of fresh, hearty produce, and some fascinating fusions. Our foods have all he passion and color of Latin America. 

Kairos Ice Cream Truck

 At Kairos Ice Cream Inc, we bring joy on four wheels! As your local, family-run ice cream truck company, we serve up sweet treats, smiling faces, and classic nostalgic fun right to your neighborhood. From timeless favorites like Bomb Pops to new seasonal creations and dairy-free options, we have something for everyone. Whether it’s a summer block party, school event, or just a sunny afternoon, our brightly colored truck and cheerful tunes mean happiness is on the way. 


Khun9 Thai Truck

Thai Food

 Khun 9 Thai Truck  - Great taste is the name of the game and they're committed to stepping up to the plate. Their goal is provide delicious, natural options. That's why they prepare all of their meals with fresh, locally sourced ingredients. 

El Koreano– Bold Flavors, Big Fusion!

Get ready to spice up your day with El Koreano, redefining flavor with a fiery fusion of Korean and Mexican street food. Based in Tukwila, this local favorite serves up bold, crave-worthy creations like their juicy bulgogi tortas, crispy kimchi quesadillas, and tacos with a kick!

Every bite is an explosion of culture and creativity, blending the rich, savory flavors of Korea with the zest and soul of Mexican cuisine.  


2025 Food Pop-Up Booths

These are local food booths sharing their unique and tasty dishes and treats. These pop-up booths will be at accesso ShoWare Center in the west parking lot from 11am to 3:00 pm.

Kathmandu MoMoCha - Nepal

MoMoCha is the first to bring the flavors of Himalayan street food to the streets of Seattle. Our commitment to authenticity means all our dishes are freshly handmade from scratch, using locally sourced ingredients. At MoMoCha, we offer a taste of Nepal with our unique dumplings and appetizers, each crafted with care and tradition. Our signature sauces and seasonings highlight the rich culinary heritage of the Himalayas. Experience the vibrant and fresh flavors of MoMoCha.

Kulphi, LLC

We make kulfies (milk popsicles/Ice cream) made from whole milk and are very popular among the Asian community and also loved by locals. We use all local ingredients and make more than 11 flavors locally in Redmond.

 (Booth is on the plaza in front of ShoWare.)


Puffle Up - Korean Snacks

  

 Korean Cheese Dogs. Beautifully fried, golden battered coated mozzarella on a stick. 


Living Well Kent Collaborative

  

 Living Well Kent Host Farmers’ Markets where farmers can sell part of their harvest, earning extra income while providing the community of Kent, WA with more access to healthy locally grown food. 


Coastal Coffee Company

Coastal Coffee Co is a woman-owned, small business serving exceptional small-batch coffee from Poverty Bay Coffee Roasters through our mobile espresso cart. Committed to making a difference, we are continually exploring various initiatives to support our surrounding unhoused communities, ensuring that every cup you enjoy helps brew a better future for those in need.  

La Pupuseria Express - El Salvador


Hansen's Mini Donuts and Kettlecorn

  

Hansen's Mini Donuts are made fresh and hot to serve! Enjoy with your favorite toppings, cinnamon, sugar, chocolate, salted caramel, strawberry sauce, ,caramel, or white chocolate.

The Kettle Corn is made fresh. They offer regular kettle corn, caramel kettle, corn, and other flavors.


Puddin' Cakz

 We are a local family-owned business and operate out of Renton, WA. Our mission is to bring family and friends together through delicious creative deserts we call Puddin’Cakz; which is a mixture of pudding, cheesecake, and layered toppings. In addition to that, we offer fresh squeezed lemonade and southern style po’boys 

Booths in 2025

Passport Cultural Booths

Our Passport Cultural booths had an interactive activity for you to enjoy and to learn something about their culture. These booths are located inside ShoWare in the Concourse.


  

  • 1. Snohomish - Blue Heron Canoe
  • 2. USA - Greater Kent Historical Society
  • 3. Africa -Mother Africa
  • 4. Iraq - Iraqi Community Center of Washington
  • 5. Taiwan - South Puget Sound Chinese Language School 
  • 6. Switzerland - Enzian Swiss Ladies Choir
  • 7. Japan, China, Norway - Kent Sister Cities Association
  • 8. Taiwan - Formosa Park
  • 9. Highline College / Vietnamese Student Association (VSA). 
  • 10. Global Kids Education
  • 11. Khlasa Gurmat Center



Stop at the KIF Passport Booth with a sign that has a picture of the KIF Passport and ask for a passport. Then enjoy interactive games, activities, or fun challenges  at each of the cultural Passport booths. When complete,  ask to have the Passport stamped and go to the next booth.  When all done, go back to the KIF Passport Booth and vote  for the best cultural Passport booth. We will have a free item to give you when you visit every Passport booth. 

Our Passport Program is sponsored by Rotary Club of Kent this year.

Cultural Retail and Information Booths

These booths were located outside in front of ShoWare. You can find information and service booths, cultural retail booths  and other local organizations. 

    

  

  • City of Kent Economic and Community Development Department
  • King county 911 Program Office
  • King County Wastewater Treatment Division
  • Highline College - Outreach and Recruitment
  • John Volken Academy
  • Western States Carpenters
  • African Sports Federation and Academic Program 
  • Bluey's Jelly World LLC
  • Washington Youth Alliance 
  • Kulphi, LLC
  • Molina Healthcare
  • African American Leadership Forum
  • Sound Transit
  • Pacific Medical Centers
  • TVG-Medulla LLC/Chiro One Wellness
  • Kent YMCA
  • Acupuncture and Wellness Center
  • Seattle Credit Union
  • PNW Marketing & Travel
  • Green River College
  • Kid's Faith Steps & Integrity Arts
  • Jewelry Reflections
  • Communities of Rooted Brilliance
  • Kent School District Job Opportunities
  • KSD Nutrition Services
  • Huldah Closet
  • Afreesha X Outside Thinc Artprenuer
  • Kingdom Gathering Outreach
  • Rainier Honey Co.
  • Cultural Homestay International
  • Trash Mountain - ROHI PROJECT
  • Aarya Jewellery
  • Puget Sound Fire
  • Kent Police Department
  • King County District Court
  • Foundation For a Drug-Free World
  • Churches of Scientology Disaster Response
  • Vine Maple Place
  • Love That Art
  • Lena's Odds and Ends
  • Chez-Raz Fashion for life
  • Smith Brothers Farms
  • Grupo Asesor Latino
  • Refugees Northwest Foster Care
  • Hawo K Collection
  • Essentials First
  • Into His Chambers Global Ministries

Sponsor Booths

Sponsor Booths

These booths have helped support our festival with funding to keep Kent International festival free for the public to attend. Stop by and learn more about what these businesses offer to the greater Kent area. These booths are also outside on the plaza.


 

  • Molina Healthcare
  • African American Leadership Forum
  • Chiro One Wellness Centers
  • Pacific Medical Centers 
  • Sound Transit
  • Kent YMCA
  • Acupuncture and Wellness Center
  • Seattle Credit Union
  • PNW Marketing & Travel




 

See our Partners Page for links to these business and our In Kind Partners.

Art and Stem Activities 2025

Art and Stem Activities

There will be an exhibit of Kent School District Students' art work  inside in the arena in ShoWare. Attendees can stop by to see all this wonderful art this year and art from Educators of Color.

There will be art activities that attendees can try while visiting the art exhibit such as making a book mark. Also in this area there will be activities from Meeker Middle School Robotics Stem Club.  In addition, we will have a table sharing the second "We Are America" Book Project and the Coding Club, both from Kent Meridian High School.

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