由于成本上升和个人原因, 在44年后结束了斯波坎的"公园里的猪节". Pig Out in the Park, a Spokane festival, is ending after 44 years due to rising costs and personal reasons.

组织者宣布, 在华盛顿州斯波坎举办了44年来一直在进行的夏季节日"公园里的猪", Pig Out in the Park, a 44-year-old summer festival in Spokane, Washington, is ending after its final event, organizers announced. 创始人比尔·伯克 (Bill Burke) 表示,由于成本上升,物流挑战和个人原因,包括愿意花更多时间与家人在一起. Founder Bill Burke cited rising costs, logistical challenges, and personal reasons, including a desire to spend more time with family, for the decision. 几十年来, 在河公园举办的六天免费庆祝活动吸引了数百万人参观. The free, six-day celebration in Riverfront Park drew millions over the decades, featuring live music, local food vendors, and community activities. 尽管这个节日已经不再以目前的形式继续, 但伯克对社区支持表示感谢. Though the festival is no longer continuing in its current form, Burke expressed gratitude for the community’s support and remains open to helping another organization carry the tradition forward.