# Event Details

- **Event Name**: 2026 Bon Odori Japanese Dance Festival
- **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 18 Jul, 2026 at 04:30 pm
- **Event Description**: The Buddhist Temple of Southern Alberta (BTSA) and the Nikkei Cultural Society of Lethbridge and Area (NCS) present the 2026 Bon Odori (Japanese Dance Festival).

Obon is a celebration, a time to remember and honour those who have passed on-to show our appreciation and recognize the continuation of their influence upon our lives. Bon Odori is the dance festival that expresses the joy and gratitude of the Obon season.

$5 Public Entry Fee - Free for 80+ and 12 and under

Schedule:

4:30 
Doors Open - Food Trucks, Vendors, Displays, Children’s Activities

5:15 
Soran Bushi (traditional fishing dance) - Hegen No Nami (Waves in Prairies) Group

5:20
Taiko Drumming - NCS Taiko

6:00 
Aspirations and Greeting - Rev. Roland Ikuta & Rev. Kynan Ono, BTSA

6:20-8:00 
Bon Odori Dance Program - NCS Minyo Dancers
Audience participation encouraged!

Intermission performance by:

Setsumai Yosakoi Dance Group

Lethbridge Okinawan Sanshin

Participating Food Trucks/Vendors/Tables include: BTSA, NCS, Nikka Yuko Japanese Gardens, NCS Ikigomi, Bunka Hashi, Southern Alberta Ethnic Association, Japanese Arts and Craffs, Haru Bagels, Bakari Bakehouse, Milkman Milk Bar, Fusion BBQ & Hotpot, Chef Oscar, SideIce Kakigori
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/lethbridge/2026-bon-odori-japanese-dance-festival/200030344111657
- **Event Categories**: festivals, food-drinks, art, food-truck-festivals
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 88

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Lethbridge
- **state**: AB
- **country**: Canada
- **location**: Excite Lethbridge
- **lat**: 49.68891
- **long**: -112.79016
- **full address**: Excite Lethbridge, 3423 Parkside Dr S, Lethbridge, AB T1J, Canada

## Event gallery

- **Alt text**: 2026 Bon Odori Japanese Dance Festival
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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is 2026 Bon Odori Japanese Dance Festival being held?
  - **A:** 2026 Bon Odori Japanese Dance Festival takes place on Sat, 18 Jul, 2026 at 04:30 pm to Sat, 18 Jul, 2026 at 04:30 pm at Excite Lethbridge, 3423 Parkside Dr S, Lethbridge, AB T1J, Canada.
- **Q**: Who is organizing 2026 Bon Odori Japanese Dance Festival?
  - **A:** 2026 Bon Odori Japanese Dance Festival is organized by Buddhist Temple of Southern Alberta.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** 2026 Bon Odori Japanese Dance Festival is ideal for festival lovers, culture enthusiasts, and anyone looking for a vibrant, immersive community experience. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Lethbridge, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. With 80+ people already showing interest, this is clearly an event worth adding to your calendar - don't miss out.

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