# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Matsuri Music Festival 2026 Gala Concert 
- **Event Start and End Date**: Thu, 16 Jul, 2026 at 06:00 pm – Thu, 16 Jul, 2026 at 07:30 pm
- **Event Description**: Matsuri Music Festival – July 14–16 in Kimberley, BC

This July, Kimberley will come alive with the spirit of Japan through the very first Matsuri Music Festival — a three-day cultural celebration filled with music, friendship, tradition, and community connection.

From July 14 to 16, audiences will experience the energy and beauty of authentic Japanese performing arts with special guest artists traveling from Japan, including professional Taiko drummers, Shamisen musicians, and Shinobue flute performers. The festival will also feature collaborations with local artists and community groups, creating a unique cultural exchange between Japan and Canada.

Festival Highlights

Tuesday Evening – Ticketed Concert at Centre 64 theatre Room

The festival opens with an exciting ticketed concert showcasing powerful Taiko drumming, elegant Shamisen music, and the expressive sounds of the Shinobue flute. This special evening performance offers audiences a rare opportunity to experience traditional and contemporary Japanese music performed by internationally respected artists.
Wednesday – Cominco Gardens Opening Ceremony & Friendship Tree Planting

On Wednesday, the festival joins the opening ceremony at Cominco Gardens with live performances celebrating culture, nature, and community.

A commemorative Japanese maple tree planting ceremony will symbolize friendship, peace, and the growing cultural connection between Japan and Kimberley.

Thursday Evening – Gala Collaboration Concert at the outside stage at Centre 64
The festival concludes with a vibrant Gala Concert featuring collaborations between the visiting Japanese performers and local musicians and artists. The evening will also include a dynamic Aikido demonstration, bringing together music, movement, and traditional Japanese spirit in an unforgettable community celebration.

Matsuri Music Festival aims to create meaningful cultural connections, inspire audiences of all ages, and bring the excitement of a Japanese festival atmosphere to the heart of the Canadian Rockies.
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/kimberley/matsuri-music-festival-2026-gala-concert/200030131411552
- **Event Categories**: entertainment, music, festivals, music-festivals, concerts, art, performances
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 78

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Kimberley
- **state**: BC
- **country**: Canada
- **location**: Kimberley Arts at Centre 64
- **lat**: 49.68714
- **long**: -115.98246
- **full address**: Kimberley Arts at Centre 64, 64 Deer Park Ave, Kimberley, BC V1A 2J2, Canada

## Event gallery

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is Matsuri Music Festival 2026 Gala Concert  being held?
  - **A:** Matsuri Music Festival 2026 Gala Concert  takes place on Thu, 16 Jul, 2026 at 06:00 pm to Thu, 16 Jul, 2026 at 07:30 pm at Kimberley Arts at Centre 64, 64 Deer Park Ave, Kimberley, BC V1A 2J2, Canada.
- **Q**: Who is organizing Matsuri Music Festival 2026 Gala Concert ?
  - **A:** Matsuri Music Festival 2026 Gala Concert  is organized by Shinobu V. Murata.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** Matsuri Music Festival 2026 Gala Concert  is ideal for music lovers, fans of all genres, and anyone who wants to celebrate the power of music - from intimate gigs and live sessions to festivals and cultural performances. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Kimberley, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. With 70+ people already showing interest, this is clearly an event worth adding to your calendar - don't miss out.

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