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Date: Saturday, 19 July, 2025       Time: 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Buddhist Church of Santa Barbara
1015 E. Montecito Street
 Santa Barbara, CA 93103
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Santa Barbara Obon Festival 2025. Obon Matsuri is back for the first time since 2019. Join us in celebrating this cherished Japanese tradition that honors ancestors through dance, music, food, and community. Enjoy Bon Odori (Japanese folk dancing), Taiko drumming, karate demonstrations, origami, games, hula, Okinawan dance, Japanese crafts, ikebana, bonsai, and more.

Festival Date
Saturday, July 19, 2025

Festival Time
1:00 pm - 4:00 pm   

Event Highlights
• Bon Dance (Japanese folk dancing)
• Taiko Drumming
• Karate Demonstration
• Origami and Games
• Hula and Okinawan Dance
• Japanese Craft Sale
• Ikebana and Bonsai
• Japanese Food
• Family-friendly activities

Dance Practice - Open to Everyone
Learn traditional Japanese folk dances in preparation for the festival. No prior experience needed. All ages welcome.

Practice Location
Jodo Shinshu Buddhist Church of Santa Barbara, 1015 East Montecito Street, Santa Barbara, CA 93103

Practice Schedule
Saturday, June 7 - 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm
Saturday, June 21 - 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm
Friday, July 11 - 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm
Friday, July 18 - 6:30 pm to 7:30 pm

Dance Practice Contact
Setsuko Furuike, Phone: 805-969-4691
Email: setsuko_furuike@yahoo.com

 

Santa Barbara Obon & Practices  
 

Obon Festival Location
Jodo Shinshu Buddhist Church of Santa Barbara, 1015 East Montecito Street, Santa Barbara, CA 93103

Obon Festival Event Title
Buddhist Church of Santa Barbara Summer Obon Festival - Bon Odori, Games, Craft Sales, Origami, Taiko, Flower Arranging, Bonsai..  (Saturday)

 

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