Experience the joy of a traditional Japanese summer festival right here in Kelowna!
Join us on Sunday, July 12, at Kelowna Buddhist Temple for an evening of Bon Odori dancing, music, and Japanese summer traditions.
The celebration will feature traditional Bon Odori dancing, an Awa Odori performance by Suiryuren, and Japanese drumming by Yamabiko Taiko.
Kelowna Japanese Language Society (KJLS) will also be hosting a special Yo-Yo Tsuri (water balloon fishing) activity for children!
Yo-Yo Tsuri is a popular Japanese summer festival game where children try to catch colourful water balloons using a small hook. Our activity will take place for approximately 15–20 minutes before the Bon Odori dancing begins, so be sure to arrive early!
Feel free to wear your yukata or jinbei and bring your family and friends for a wonderful evening of Japanese culture and community.
Bon Odori Event Details
Date: Sunday, July 12, 2026
Time: 7:00 PM
Location: Kelowna Buddhist Temple (parking lot)
Bon Odori Dance Practice
Want to learn the dances before the event? Everyone is welcome to join a practice session!
Date: Tuesday, July 7, 2026
Time: 6:00 PM
Location: Kelowna Buddhist Temple
Please wear comfortable clothing and bring a water bottle.
We hope to see you there!
For more information, please see the attached poster.
