The pulsing sounds of K-pop mixed with the flash of colors flowing from Korean dresses and the sweet aroma of freshly grilled bulgogi at Korea Festa in Huntington, a multiday celebration of the region's rich culture.

Thousands were expected to attend the festival , organized by Good News New York Church and International Youth Fellowship USA, over the extended Labor Day weekend.

"Korean culture is very deep rooted … There's actually an investment one makes when becoming a part of Korean culture," said Daniel Oh, an organizer of the festival.

"I want people to take away that this isn't something flimsy. The more you learn about Korean culture, the more you realize you don't know about it," Oh said. "It's really beautiful."

Korea Festa, held at Mahanaim music school on Nassau Road, is

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