Obon Dance & Festival
Fridays & Saturdays throughout the Month of July:
Obon Dance & Festival. The Obon tradition was brought to Hawaii by Japanese immigrants and evolved into a social and cultural event, as well as a religious custom designed to honor ancestors through an evening of dance, music and merry-making.
- Friday & Saturday, July 13 & 14: West Kauai Hongwanji Hanapepe Temple, 1-3860 Kamaulii Hwy, Hanapepe. 7:30 p.m. For information call (808) 338-1537.
- Friday & Saturday, July 20 & 21: Lihue Hongwanji Buddhist Temple, 3-3556A Kuhio Hwy., Lihue. 7:30 p.m. For information call (808) 245-6262.
- Friday & Saturday, July 27 & 28: Waimea Shingon Mission, 3770 Pule Rd # A, Waimea. 8:00 p.m. For information call (808) 338-1854.