2022 Maple Festival - Seattle Japanese Garden (October 6 - October 16, 2022) Origami, Taiko Live, Kendo, Scavenger Hunt..NEW

The breathtaking sight of maple trees in fall colors at the annual Maple Festival from Thursday, October 4th through Sunday, October 14th. This family-friendly event features nature-inspired art, a maple tree scavenger hunt, live performances, and other cultural activities.

Self-guided maple tour brochures are available at the gatehouse all day.

Festival Dates
Thursday, October 6 - Sunday, October 16, 2022

Event Schedule 
Self-guided Maple Tour Brochures are available all day during the festival

(Event schedule is subject to change.)

First Thursday, October 6
11am-1pm Origami
3-4:45pm ‘Seeing | Seeds | Stories” Opening

Friday, October 7
11am-1pm Scavenger Hunt & Origami

Family Saturday, October 8
11am-3pm Scavenger Hunt
Show01 @ 11am | Show02 @ 1pm Kamishibai Theatre by Tacchan

Sunday, October 9
11am-3pm Scavenger Hunt
1-1:30pm Kendo Demo
2-3pm Koto by Marcia Takamura & Kanako Kashima

Monday, October 10 - Garden Closed

Tuesday, Oct 11 - Friday, Oct 14
11am-1pm Scavenger Hunt & Origami

Saturday, October 15
11am-3pm Scavenger Hunt
Set1 @ 11:15 | Set2 @ 12pm UW Taiko Kai
1:30-3pm Origami by P.A.P.E.R.

Sunday, October 16
11am-3pm Scavenger Hunt & Origami
1pm-2pm Koto no WA
2pm-3pm Sumi-e Demo by Ayan Rivera

(Event schedule is subject to change.)

Entrance Fees/Costs
Adults 18-64: $8
Youths 6-17, Students, & Senior Adults 65+: $4
Children 0-5: FREE

* Admission to the garden ends 45 minutes prior to the closing time (No admission after 4:15 pm)
* Plan to arrive at least one hour prior to the closing time

Event Volunteers
We have many fun volunteer opportunities available for this event. If you're interested in spending a few hours supporting the garden during the festival, please contact Chie at [email protected] Thank you.

Photography Policy
We welcome photography in the garden, especially when you share it with us on social media! To preserve a tranquil experience for all visitors, we only allow monopod usage during regular hours. Portrait photography and changes of outfits are not allowed.