The 2026 Obon Festival will be held at Buddhist Church of Santa Barbara, 1015 E. Montecito St., Santa Barbara, on Saturday, July 18, from 12 to 4 p.m.
Obon is our annual festival of joy in which we gather and remember our deceased ancestors with gratitude and reverence. Free admission and all are welcome.
While the festivities are taking place outside, join us in our Social Hall for snacks for sale, bonsai exhibit, arts and crafts, Japanese collectables, and more…