During the Korean American Day festivities at the Federal Way Performering Arts and Event Center on Saturday, people enjoyed many traditional Korean dances, drum performances, food and music. Haley Donwerth/staff photo

People also had the option to dress up in traditional Korean dresses, called Han-bok, and pose for pictures. Haley Donwerth/staff photo

Smiles could be seen throughout the Federal Way venue as community members enjoyed and celebrated Korean culture in Washington’s 13th Annual Korean-American Day event. Haley Donwerth/staff photo

Event-goers gathered to listen to the drums being played in traditional Korean style during this annual event. Haley Donwerth/staff photo

Before the stage performances began, a little girl grabs her dad and points to the stage in the PAEC amphitheater. Haley Donwerth/staff photo