Minnetonka to Host Inaugural Moon Festival on September 25
The city of Minnetonka is celebrating the rich traditions of East Asian culture with its inaugural Minnetonka Moon Festival on Friday, September 25. This event aims to promote community inclusion, showcasing family-friendly activities, performances, and vendors.
Event Highlights:
- Activities such as mahjong, origami, and calligraphy bookmark making will be featured.
- Local businesses, including Boba Tonka Bubble Tea and Mochi Donuts & Boba Tea, will offer popular refreshments.
- Attendees can enjoy performances by the Minnesota K-pop Dance Crew and the Wattanak Dance Troupe, which will present traditional Cambodian dance.
Jayce Alexander, the city’s diversity, equity, and inclusion supervisor, expressed the goal of linking the community through cultural events. “We want to create bridges,” he noted, emphasizing the importance of inclusivity and ensuring every resident feels welcomed.
The festival is free and will take place from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Minnetonka Community Center. Event details are subject to change, but excitement is already building in the community for this cultural celebration.
