Saturday, August 17, 2024
Bon Odori Festival
Experience the festivities and food of Bon Odori on August 16, from 6-9 PM at the Club Iwakuni Greenspace. Marine & Family Programs and Club Iwakuni invite you to this summer festival.
Learn about this traditional Japanese festival that brings communities together through honoring ancestors, enjoying dance and drum performances, dressing up for yukata photo ops, joining in children’s carnival activities, and more.
Free Entrance • Live Entertainment • Food & Beverages Available for Purchase
Indoor Entertainment
| Time | Activity | Performer |
|---|---|---|
| 6-6:20 PM | Magic Show | Shunan Magician |
| 6:30-6:50 PM | Story Time | Library Staff |
| 7-7:20 PM | Magic Show | Shunan Magician |
| 7:30-7:50 PM | Story Time | Library Staff |
| 8-8:20 PM | Magic Show | Shunan Magician |
| 8:30-8:50 PM | Story Time | Library Staff |
Outdoor Entertainment
| Time | Activity | Performer |
|---|---|---|
| 6:05-6:25 PM | Taiko Drumming | UJIN Daiko |
| 6:30-7:15 PM | Bon Dance | Shunan Group |
| 7:15-7:35 PM | Taiko Drumming | UJIN Daiko |
| 7:40-8:25 PM | Bon Dance | Shunan Group |
| 8:25-8:45 PM | Taiko Drumming | UJIN Daiko |
Food Booths
- Kakigori (Snowcone)
- Karaage (Fried Chicken)
- Hiyashi Chūka (Cold Noodles)
- Yakitori Booth
- Negima (Skewered Grilled Chicken with Onion)
- Beefkushi (Beef Skewer)
- Vegkushi (Vegetable Skewer)
- Hiyashikuri (Cucumber Skewer)
Drinks
- Alcohol available for purchase.