Obon (お盆) is the Japanese Buddhist holiday to honor the spirits of one’s ancestors. It is of significant religious importance and is the biggest event of the year for our temples.
July 18-19, 2026
Join Seattle Betsuin for their Bon Odori celebration on July 18th and July 19th on the street right in front of the temple. Festival highlights include folk dancing in the street, delicious food, beer garden featuring live music, and cultural displays. All are welcome to join in the dancing and festivities.
July 18, 2026
Join Idaho-Oregon Buddhist Temple’s Obon festival! It will take place at the Four Rivers Cultural Center & Museum. Enjoy taiko, dancing, food
July 19, 2026
Join Spokane Buddhist Temple for their Bon Odori celebration! Worried about not knowing the dances? Spokane Buddhist Temple is hosting three sessions to teach you the beautiful Bon Odori dances.
July 25, 2026
Join White River Buddhist Temple for their Bon Odori celebration on July 25th! The event is free and all are welcome to join our festivities – from the Okinawan Kenjin-Kai Eisa Taiko Performance, Kids’ Obon Dance, Service, Dancing, the Seattle Matsuri Taiko Performance, and last but not least FOOD!
August 1, 2026
Join Tacoma Buddhist Temple for their Bon Odori celebration on August 1st. At this festival everyone is welcome to dance, enjoy the food or just watch the dancing and taiko performances.
August 1, 2026
Join Oregon Buddhist Temple for their Bon Odori celebration on August 1st. At this festival everyone is welcome to dance, enjoy the kid’s activities and food, and of course, to dance!
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