2025 Nova Vita Festival (Food Vendors, Activities, Martial Arts, Taiko, Performers, Hula..) (Video) Tanaka FarmsNEW

Annual Nova Vita Foundation Natsu Matsuri Festival (5th Annual), Japanese Food, Taiko, Activities, Martial Arts, Music, Hula, and More!
Join us for the 5th Annual Nova Vita Natsu Matsuri Festival at Tanaka Farms, hosted by the Nova Vita Foundation. This special event brings together families, friends, and community to celebrate Japanese culture through food, performances, and interactive activities. This year’s theme is a Japanese School Festival so come dressed in your school uniforms for extra fun!

Date & Time
Saturday, July 26, 2025
11:00 am - 9:00 pm

Location
Tanaka Farms, 5380 3/4 University Dr., Irvine, CA 92612

Enjoy an expanded lineup of Japanese food vendors, martial arts demos, traditional and modern performances, fun contests, and cultural booths. The event features a Band Battle, special live performance by world-renowned drummer Yoyoka, and an elevated yagura stage with taiko drummers.

Festival Highlights
• Japanese Performances: Shodo (Calligraphy), Nihon Buyo (Dance), Shamisen, Taiko
• Band Battle Competition
• Yoyoka Drum Performance
• Japanese School Festival Theme - Come in uniform!
• Sake Happy Hour: 50% off select sake brands from 6:00 pm
• Food Discounts in the Beer Garden
• Free Brian’s Churros
• Free Hug from Ling
• Lucky Draw ($5 entry, starts at 7:00 pm):
- Japan round-trip ticket (1 winner)
- Kagoshima stay (2 nights/3 days) x2
- Shohei Ohtani Game Tickets (Aug/Sep) x4
- Restaurant Gift Cards ($50) x4
- And more surprises!
• Photo Op Contest - Tag @novavitafoundation on Instagram to win $100 gift card!

Admission
Free admission for all guests

Parking (Required)
A parking reservation is required for entry. Guests without a reserved parking spot will not be admitted. Drop-offs are permitted at no cost.

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Volunteer Opportunities
Want to join Team Nova Vita? Volunteer with us and be part of the celebration!
Contact: [email protected]

Presented by
Nova Vita Foundation - Empowering youth and families to build a brighter future through culture, leadership, and community.

Event Location
Tanaka Farms, 5380 3/4 University Dr., Irvine, CA 92612

Event Title
Annual Nova Vita Foundation Natsu Matsuri Festival Event (Food Vendors, Activities, Martial Arts, Taiko, Performers, Hula..)

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