Aki Matsuri – Fall Festival 2026

Join us on Saturday, September 12th 2:00 - 9:00 PM at Shauffele Plaza in Ardmore for a celebration of Japanese culture and the fall harvest.

This event promises fun for all ages with activities for all ages including:

• Taiko drumming by Casual Fifth and KyoDaiko

• Traditional music and dancing by the Seabrook Minyo Dance Group

• Japanese Association Band and Dancers

• Keystone Japan Club Children’s Song and Dance

• Origami, mini Chochin lantern, and Uchiwa Fan “Make-and-Take” crafts

• Play Japanese games to win prizes, such as YoYo Tsuri (YoYo Balloon Fishing)

• Cosplay Fashion Show

• Karaoke

• Japanese food

• Vendors

Get ready to dance with the Seabrook Minyo Dance Group! Many dances come from a theme, from the classic Tanko Bushi (Coal Miner’s Dance) to pop culture inspired dances like the Pokemon Ondo. Bon Odori dances are fun and easy to learn, and you can practice the dances at home with these videos of the set list for Aki Matsuri.

List of Bon Odori Dances:

• Dancing Hero

• Nippon Daiko

• Pokemon Ondo

• Ichi Tasu Ichi

• Shiawase Samba

• Tokyo Ondo

• Chiki Chiki Ban Ban

• Chowa Ondo

• Tanko Bushi

• Bling Bang Bang Born

• Ei Ja Naika

• Soda Pop

Bring your family and friends for an unforgettable evening filled with joy, culture, and community🌟

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