Tanabata Star Natsu Matsuri (Summer Festival)

Celebrate Tanabata at Nikka Yuko with Natsu Matsuri!

Join us on Saturday, July 26 from 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM for a day filled with culture, music, dance, and summer festival fun at Nikka Yuko Japanese Garden!

Experience the magic of Tanabata, the Japanese Star Festival, with interactive activities and live performances throughout the day. Guests can create their own Tanabata tanzaku wishes, enjoy the powerful rhythms of taiko drumming, and watch an energetic Yosakoi dance performance.

Event Highlights:
• Tanabata Tanzaku Making | 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
• LCTA Taiko Performance | 12:30 PM – 1:15 PM
• NCS Yosakoi Dance Performance | 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM
• Artists in the Bunka Centre | Time to be confirmed

Bring your family and friends to celebrate Japanese culture, community, and summer festivities in the beautiful surroundings of Nikka Yuko.

We can’t wait to celebrate with you!

Festival Admission Applies – $20

Have a Season Pass? You can experience every festival with your Seasons Pass at no additional cost!