Special Programs

Morikami provides informative and unique experiences for all ages through its Special Programs. Here you will find educational and cultural programming related to our current exhibitions and all things Japan—lectures, films, performances, special events, and more!

All programs are open for registration on August 1st of each year for the upcoming season. Each season runs from October through the summer of the next year.

Explore each special programs page or browse the full list.

Butoh Dance Performance Films Koto New Year Concert Kyudo New Year Demonstration Launch the Lantern Dinner Morikami Book Club Mori Stories Obon Weekend Orchid Weekend Sogetsu Flower Arranging Demo Speaker Series Sunset Stroll Stroll for Well-Being Taiko Guest Performance A Taste of Asia Tea Day World Bonsai Day  Yōkai Day  Youth Music Camp 

Mother's Day Weekend

Celebrate Mom with a beautiful weekend filled with thoughtful gifts, exclusive offers, and delicious seasonal treats in a serene garden setting. Special Membership Offer May 9 - 10 Give a gift that lasts all year: 13-Month Membership Includes a Morikami Shopping Tote Bag Saturday & Sunday, May 9–10 In-person only Museum Store Special Make her day extra special with a complimentary …

10:00AM, Saturday, May 9, 2026
Morikami Museum & Japanese Gardens
10:00AM, Sunday, May 10, 2026
Morikami Museum & Japanese Gardens
Black Pine
World Bonsai Day
Join us at The Morikami for World Bonsai Day, where you can explore the ancient art of bonsai. Celebrate the day with bonsai pruning and potting demos, bonsai vendors, and Japanese artisan vendors.
10:00AM, Saturday, May 9, 2026
Morikami Gardens
Morikami Book Club
Open to all Morikami Members

Embark on a thrilling literary journey with Benefactor member Christine Carton and fellow Morikami members as they kick off a brand new season of riveting book explorations! To join the Morikami Book Club, please reach out to Christine Carton at christinec@gate.net. All meetings will be held on the second Wednesday of each month at 12 pm at …

12:00PM, Wednesday, May 13, 2026
Morikami Museum & Japanese Gardens
12:00PM, Wednesday, June 10, 2026
Morikami Museum & Japanese Gardens
12:00PM, Wednesday, October 21, 2026
Morikami Museum & Japanese Gardens
12:00PM, Wednesday, November 11, 2026
Morikami Museum & Japanese Gardens
12:00PM, Wednesday, December 9, 2026
Morikami Museum & Japanese Gardens
12:00PM, Wednesday, January 13, 2027
Morikami Museum & Japanese Gardens
12:00PM, Wednesday, February 10, 2027
Morikami Museum & Japanese Gardens
12:00PM, Wednesday, March 10, 2027
Morikami Museum & Japanese Gardens
12:00PM, Wednesday, April 14, 2027
Morikami Museum & Japanese Gardens
12:00PM, Wednesday, May 12, 2027
Morikami Museum & Japanese Gardens
12:00PM, Wednesday, June 9, 2027
Morikami Museum & Japanese Gardens
Taiko Drumming Show outside at sunset with guests viewing from the terrace
Sunset Stroll
Join us for an enchanting evening at our Sunset Strolls. Each evening includes exhilarating Taiko drum performances and a variety of cultural and culinary delights.
5:30PM, Thursday, May 21, 2026
Morikami Museum & Japanese Gardens
5:30PM, Thursday, June 18, 2026
Morikami Museum & Japanese Gardens
5:30PM, Thursday, September 17, 2026
Morikami Museum & Japanese Gardens
Museum Closed for National Holiday
We are CLOSED on major national holidays, including: New Year’s Day, Easter Sunday, 4th of July, Thanksgiving Day, and Christmas Day. Cornell Café - Holiday Hours: December 24th and December 31st from 11am – 2pm. Reminder: We are always closed to the public on Mondays.
10:00AM, Monday, May 25, 2026
Morikami Museum & Japanese Gardens
10:00AM, Saturday, July 4, 2026
Morikami Museum & Japanese Gardens
This project is sponsored in part by State of Florida through the Florida Department of State, Division of Cultural Affairs, and the Florida Council on Arts and Culture.
Speaker Series: Restoring America's Promise: The Fight for Justice
Talk by Dr. Mitchell T. Maki
Join us for a truly impactful and interactive presentation that delves into the poignant history of the Japanese American WWII experience. Nationally recognized redress movement scholar, Dr. Mitch Maki, will guide you through this critical chapter in American history, exploring the challenges of incarceration and military service, and culminating with the passage of the Civil Liberties Act of 1988. Through the blending of historical facts with compelling community anecdotes and audience perspectives, Dr. Maki fosters a dynamic dialogue that connects this history to today's crucial issues of social justice and the enduring strength of democracy. This is more than a presentation; it is a moving and inspirational opportunity to gain a deeper understanding of the unwavering Go For Broke spirit of the Japanese American soldiers and the ongoing relevance of their fight for the freedoms and liberties we all cherish. This is a chance to explore how their legacy impacts us and future generations
1:00PM, Saturday, May 30, 2026
Morikami Theater
Guest Artist Workshops
Youth Summer Music & Culture Camp
(Grade 3rd – 12th)

Campers will be immersed in Japanese culture participating in fun craft activities, Japanese cultural arts, and exciting music classes which include the 13-string koto (zither) and taiko drums, taught by professional musicians, Shirley Kazuyo Muramoto, Koto instructor and members from the Fushu Daiko Taiko group. All materials and Instruments that campers need are provided for their use at camp.

9:00AM, Monday, June 22, 2026
Morikami Museum & Japanese Gardens
Craft activity for kids of all ages
Family Fun Day: Tanabata
Make a wish for the Star Festival, Tanabata! Write your wish on a strip of colored paper, or tanzaku, and tie it to a branch of our Tanabata bamboo to celebrate.
10:00AM, Wednesday, July 1, 2026
Lobby
10:00AM, Thursday, July 2, 2026
Lobby
10:00AM, Friday, July 3, 2026
Lobby
10:00AM, Sunday, July 5, 2026
Lobby
10:00AM, Tuesday, July 7, 2026
Lobby
Delve into the world of Japanese folklore
Mori Stories: Kamishibai Folktales
Japanese Paper Theater
Bring the whole family and delve into the world of Japanese folklore or stories through kamishibai, Paper Theater. Join us for a reading of these classic stories. Reading starts on the hour with a short related activity to follow.
11:00AM, Saturday, July 18, 2026
Kamiya Room (Classroom A)
Celebrate Obon Weekend at the Morikami
Obon Weekend
Enjoy live taiko drumming performances in the spirit of Obon
We invite guests to take a contemplative stroll through the gardens, enjoy live taiko drumming performances in the spirit of Obon, and pay their respects to George Morikami at the Bon altar.
10:00AM, Saturday, August 15, 2026
Morikami Museum & Japanese Gardens
10:00AM, Sunday, August 16, 2026
Morikami Museum & Japanese Gardens
Orchid Weekend

Saturday, February 6  & Sunday, February 7, 2027 Time: 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. Cost: FREE with your paid museum admission Immerse yourself in the enchanting world of orchids during Orchid Weekend at Morikami Museum and Japanese Gardens. Stroll through our picturesque gardens and discover the remarkable beauty and diversity of these exquisite blooms in a setting inspired …

10:00AM, Saturday, February 6, 2027
Morikami Gardens
10:00AM, Sunday, February 7, 2027
Morikami Gardens
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