PHOTO GALLERY: Dancers, steampunk characters attend Family Fun Fest

July 18, 2012 | 9:21 p.m. CDT

The Family Fun Fest on Wednesday night at Flat Branch Park included music, dancing, bounce houses, face painting and more. This month's theme was "Around the World" and focused on teaching families what other children around the world do for fun.

Phatina Naga performs a Turkish style belly dance during the Family Fun Fest on Wednesday evening at Flat Branch Park. Naga has been belly dancing for three years. | Robert Swain

Ben Watkins poses as “Judge” on Wednesday evening at Flat Branch Park. Judge is Watkins’ steampunk character, who Watkins has played for about a year.
| Robert Swain

Xiuzhen Zhang performs during the Family Fun Fest on Wednesday evening at Flat Branch Park. | Robert Swain

Layla Anders poses on Wednesday evening at Flat Branch Park. Anders is part of Airship Vindus, a local company specializing in themed events. Layla Anders is her steampunk character name.
| Robert Swain