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San Francisco Bon Odori (95th)

Bon Odori (Japanese summer festival dance) in San FranciscoUSA

San Francisco Bon Odori (95th) is a Bon Odori (Japanese summer festival dance) held in San Francisco, USA. The 2026 edition was held on Sun, Jul 26, 2026, with the start at 11:00. The venue was Octavia St (Japantown), Buddhist Church of San Francisco, and the nearest station was Japantown / Fillmore. Dates change every year; the next edition is announced by the organizer.

DateSun, Jul 26, 2026
Start time11:00
VenueOctavia St (Japantown), Buddhist Church of San Francisco
PrefectureUSA
AreaSan Francisco
Nearest stationJapantown / Fillmore
Address (for taxi / maps)1881 Pine St & Octavia St, San Francisco, CA
Open in Google Maps Official site Open the Japanese page (full details)

Before you go

  • Bon Odori is a community dance. Visitors can usually join the circle for free — just copy the people in front of you.
  • Wear something comfortable. A yukata (light summer kimono) is welcome but not required.
  • Carry some cash: many food stalls do not take cards. Trains can be crowded after the event, so check the last train.
  • Dates, times and weather rules change every year and a rained-out event may be cancelled on the day. Check the organizer's official page before you go.

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