Panda Fest Safety Upgrades | Seattle News

Seattle News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Aug 29, 2026 · 1m

Panda Fest is back this weekend at Seattle Center with a vibrant celebration of Asian culture, food, and family fun — complete with Mount Rainier-themed panda headbands. But with safety top of mind after last year’s Bite of Seattle shooting, the festival is locked down with metal detectors, bag checks, and three layers of security: police, private teams, and staff. Every event on campus is now being reviewed for safety, with even bigger measures planned for Bumbershoot next month. Still, organizers are determined to keep it joyful — a place where families can gather, connect, and create…