Karen Traditional Wrist-Tying Ceremony

The Karen Wrist-Tying Ceremony is an annual event held in August. The Karen people tie threads around their wrists as a way to protect themselves from illness and preserve their cultural heritage. Festivities such as a feast and traditional dancing usually follow the ceremony.

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Saturday, Aug 19th: 

Soccer, Volleyball, and Takraw Tournament: 8 am – 7 pm

Concert: 7 pm – 11 pm

Sunday, Aug 20th

MAIN EVENT: KAREN TRADITIONAL WRIST TYING CEREMONY: 10 am -5 pm

Learn More about Karen Wrist-Tying Ceremony at: https://mnkaren.org/history-culture/karen-culture/celebrations/ under the Karen Community Events.