Marianas Festival 2026 | Marianas Festival

Learn About Marianas Festival 2026

The Marianas Alliance for Growth of Islanders (MÅGI) welcomes you to the third annual Marianas Festival—a celebration of the rich heritage and vibrant traditions of the people of the Marianas! Maila' Mågi!

This is a three-day experience! Kick things off with our Pre-Show Concert on Day 1, enjoy hands-on, interactive workshops at Heritage High School on Day 2, and join us for the main festival on Day 3 at Blue Lake Regional Park. This is an outdoor event happening rain or shine!

Thursday, August 27, 2026 | 7:00 PM

PRESHOW CONCERT
Hōkū Events

1125 SE MADISON ST. PORTLAND, OR 97214

More details coming soon!

Friday, August 28, 2026 | 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM

WORKSHOP
Friday, August 28, 2026 | 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Heritage High School
7825 NE 130th Ave, Vancouver, WA 98682

Free or low-cost
Information on how to apply for the workshop(s) coming soon

Saturday, August 29, 2026 | 9:00 AM– 7:00 PM

FESTIVAL

NO PETS (neither in vehicle nor on leash). ONLY service animals are allowed in Metro parks, including Blue Lake, under ADA laws. Service animals need to be leashed and under the control of their handler at all times.
ALCOHOL only in designated beer garden ONLY. NO OUTSIDE ALCOHOL.
PARKING PASSES must be displayed by all vehicles. Please bring CASH (exact change) to help with the flow of traffic.
Personal coolers, pop up tents, tables, food including potluck items and BBQ pits are NOT ALLOWED. There will be plenty of paid vendors with exclusive rights to operate and sell their delicious food.
Encouraged to bring low back chairs, blankets and small umbrellas.

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SATRUDAY, AUGUST 29, 2026 09 AM - 7PM

Blue Lake Park: 21224 NE Blue Lake Rd, Fairview, OR 97024

Free event. $5.00 parking

Marianas Festival Sling Competition

Led by Roman Dela Cruz — Director of The Effect, Representative of Fokai Industries, and Spokesperson for ACHO Marianas — participants will have the opportunity to learn about the history, cultural significance, and modern revival of Mariana Islands slinging.

Step into one of the oldest traditions of the Marianas and help carry forward the legacy of the sling. Throughout the day, festival guests are invited to learn about the history, cultural significance, and continued practice of Mariana Islands slinging.

Activity Highlights

Hourly Sling Lessons will be offered throughout the day, making it easy for individuals and families to join in and learn the basics of this ancestral skill.
Large Group Instruction allows more participants to experience hands-on learning while building community around this important tradition.
Marianas Festival Sling Competition will take place all day, with scores tallied throughout the festival.
Each participant will complete one round consisting of five shots.
Participation is free, and no registration fee is required.

Whether you are trying slinging for the first time or continuing a tradition passed down through generations, this activity offers an opportunity to strengthen skills, share knowledge, and keep the conversation alive for future generations.

INFORMATION BOOTH

Volunteer check-in
Vendor check-in
Entertainment check-in
Marianas Festival Merch
Event Information
Raffle Sales

BEER GARDEN

Age Restriction: Only individuals of the legal drinking age of 21 years old or older can enter the beer garden.
No Outside Alcohol: Customers are not allowed to bring their own alcohol into the beer garden. All alcoholic beverages must be purchased from the venue.
Responsible Drinking: Customers are expected to drink responsibly and not engage in excessive or disruptive behavior. Intoxicated individuals may be refused service or asked to leave.
No Smoking: Smoking is prohibited in the beer garden to maintain a clean and healthy environment.
Respect for Others: Customers are expected to be respectful towards staff and other patrons. Any form of harassment, discrimination, or violence will not be tolerated.

PARKING

There is a vehicle fee of $5 per motorized vehicle and $7 per bus on all days. No exceptions. Price: $5. To help with the flow of traffic we ask for attendees to bring exact change.

21224 NE Blue Lake Rd, Fairview, OR 97024

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