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Burien UFO Festival

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On August 4, Olde Burien will light up with the mysterious and otherworldly. We are shutting down the street and will try to contain a giant UFO (or two), host presentations from experts in the field, Alien and Men in Black costume contest for adults, kids and pets, space inspired music on two stages and art that's on point, super awesome vendors, activities for the kids, food trucks, and much more!

The Burien UFO Festival Costume Contest!

Trophy and Prizes awarded in 6 categories!
*Most Convincing MIB
*Extraterrestrial Excellence - Most Creative Alien
*Most Likely to be Abducted - Best team (two or more)
*Out of this World - Kids
*Galactic Good Dog - Pets
*And Crowd Favorite!


DJ and Host:
DJ Lucky Strike - 
Presentations at Highline Heritage Museum

Presenter Schedule (at Highline Heritage Museum):
3:30 - Charlette Lefevre/Philip Lipson: “The Maury Island UFO Incident: The Story behind the Air Force's first Military Plane Crash”
4:30 - Vince Ynzuna: “The Myth and Legacy of Art Bell”
5:30 - Shanelle Schanz: “The Coming of the Saucers - Kenneth Arnold”
6:30 - Linimal Earth: "Into the Liminal: UFOs and Liminal Earth" 

Free Activities for Families:
* Facepainting by Vivienne Park
* Crafts hosted by Burien Arts - BurienArts.org
* Giant UFO Bounce House/Slide

Food Trucks:
Spooky Dogs
The Village Perk
Centro Neighborhood Kitchen
The Seattle Barkery

Plus special surprises!

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