August 2018
Obon Dance & Festival
Throughout the Month of August: Obon Dance & Festival. The Obon tradition was brought to Hawai`i 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. Free. Festivities and Dance schedules and locations are listed below (subject to change): Friday & Saturday, August 3 & 4: Koganji Temple, 2869 Oahu Ave., Manoa. Dancing 5 p.m., Children’s lantern parade 5:30 p.m. (Friday). …
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