Northwest Folklife

Lion Dance with Master David Leong's Northwest Kung Fu School

Kung Fu practitioners performing the Lion Dance in the street during a parade

Lion Dance with Master David Leong's Northwest Kung Fu School

Fisher Pavilion 12:45 PM

Performed by Kung Fu practitioners, traditional Lion Dance in International District is a symbol of good luck, hope, happiness, and celebration. Performed throughout the year for joyous events, the Chinese Lion Dance and Kung Fu in Seattle are most seen during Chinese New Year festivities. People from all over the world watch the lion dance in celebration of what is to come, and delight in the sounds and beats of the drum.

Northwest Kung Fu and Fitness, led by Sifu David F. Leong carries on the tradition of Chinese Hung Kuen Kung-Fu. Hung Kuen Kung Fu originates from southern China and is historically one of the few styles passed on from generation to generation, relatively unchanged within the last few hundred years.

Join us during Seattle Children's Festival for a special parade outside of the Fisher Pavilion!

You can learn more about Northwest Kung Fu and Fitness by visiting their website.