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Seattle Bon Odori Festival Opens Saturday

Saturday, July 18, 2026 · Seattle, WA

The 2026 Seattle Bon Odori Festival runs July 18 and 19 at the Seattle Betsuin Buddhist Temple, 1427 S Main Street. Saturday activities begin at 3 p.m. and include food booths, a Bon Odori service, street dancing, and a Matsuri Taiko performance before the event closes at 9 p.m. Sunday festivities run from 3 to 8 p.m. Admission is open to everyone, and visitors can join the dancing. Food, drinks, and merchandise purchases use a cashless payment system.

This local community update for Seattle, WA is scheduled for Saturday, July 18, 2026 and is presented by Mike Rudnev. To view more upcoming local headlines, community events, and real estate market insights specific to the Seattle, WA area, explore the event calendar and property resources below.

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