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Asian American and Pacific Islander · Festival · San Jose, California

San Jose Obon Festival

2027 dates not announced yet · usually July

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About San Jose Obon Festival

The San Jose Buddhist Church Betsuin holds its annual two-day Obon festival on the streets of San Jose Japantown. The centerpiece is Bon Odori, a circle dance honoring ancestors that the public can join.

What to expect

Cultural festivals like this one bring a community's food, music, dance, art and traditions to a public space, usually with performers, local vendors and community organizations.

San Jose Obon Festival has included bon odori dancing, food booths, game booths and bingo.

The organizer has not announced dates for 2027 yet. In 2026 it was held July 11-12, 2026.

  • Bon Odori dancing
  • Food booths
  • Game booths
  • Bingo

Where it happens

San Jose Obon Festival is held at San Jose Buddhist Church Betsuin, 5th Street between Taylor and Empire Streets in San Jose, California. It is one of 63 cultural festivals in California on this calendar.

Map centered on San Jose. The organizer lists San Jose Buddhist Church Betsuin, 5th Street between Taylor and Empire Streets.Directions

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Questions about San Jose Obon Festival

When is San Jose Obon Festival 2027?
The organizer has not announced 2027 dates yet. In 2026 it was held July 11-12, 2026.
Where is San Jose Obon Festival held?
San Jose Obon Festival takes place at San Jose Buddhist Church Betsuin, 5th Street between Taylor and Empire Streets in San Jose, California.
What happens at San Jose Obon Festival?
Events have included: bon odori dancing, food booths, game booths, bingo.
Who organizes San Jose Obon Festival?
San Jose Obon Festival is organized by San Jose Buddhist Church Betsuin. Their official site is sjbetsuin.org/annual_obon_festival.
What other cultural festivals are near San Jose?
The closest others on this calendar are Avenida de Altares in San Jose, CA (same city); Nikkei Matsuri in San Jose, CA (same city); Silicon Valley African Film Festival in San Jose, CA (same city).

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