We invite guests to take a contemplative stroll through the gardens, fill out paper slips in memory of lost loved ones, enjoy live taiko drumming performances in the spirit of Obon, and pay respects to George Morikami at the Bon altar.
Taiko Drumming Performances
Experience an electrifying fusion of tradition and innovation as Fushu Daiko brings the thunderous heartbeat of Japan to life with a dazzling Taiko drumming performance.
Date: Saturday, August 10, and Sunday, August 11, 2024
Cost: $5 for Members | $10 for Non-Members
Showtimes:
- 11:30 am – 12:00 pm
- 12:30 pm – 1:00 pm
- 2:30 pm – 3:00 pm
- 3:30 pm – 4:00 pm (Sunday only)
Location: Morikami Theater
(Reminder: This ticket does not include admission to the museum. Admissions information: Hours & Admission)
Bon Dancing Workshop & Performance
Traditionally, Obon festivities include dancing where people join in a circle and dance to music. Join in our Obon celebration…
Learn how to dance one of Japan’s traditional Bon dances, along with members of our staff, South Florida Japanese community members, and members of Fushu Daiko. After you learn the steps we will all dance together with music accompaniment by Fushu Daiko.
Date: Saturday, August 10 only
Cost: FREE for all attendees
Times:
- 3:30 pm – 3:50 pm – Workshop to learn the Bon Dance
- 3:50 pm – 4:20 pm – Bon Dance Performance
Location: Morikami Terrace*
*If there is inclement weather we will move the workshop and performance into the theater.
Guiding Lights & Lantern at Home Kits
Purchase a Guiding Light Lantern to brighten your weekend in the garden and take home a Lantern at Home Kit to keep the celebration going.
Date: Saturday, August 10, and Sunday, August 11, 2024
Cost: $5 Guiding Lights | $8 Lantern at Home Kit
Location: Morikami Museum Lobby
Family Fun Day: Cicada Noisemaker
Cicadas, or semi in Japanese, are famous for their chorus of buzzing in the summer. Imitate their buzzing by making your own noisemaker!
Date: Saturday, August 10, 2024
Time: 12pm – 3pm
Location: Sakai Room
All Family Fun Days are FREE* with paid admission
No reservations needed
The Large Lantern Floating
Join us on Sunday at 4:30 pm in front of Morikami Lake as we end Obon Weekend by floating the large lantern filled with all of your messages to your lost loved ones.
Date: Sunday, August 11, 2024
Time: 4:30 pm
Location: Morikami Lake*
*Weather permitting
We hope Obon Weekend encourages meaningful reflection and a celebration of the common human experiences that connect us all.