First Viewing
February 12, 2012 (Sunday)
Bonsai Show
May 20, 2012 (Sunday)
Annual display of local bonsai collections.
Children's Day
May 28, 2012 (Monday)
1-5 p.m.
A day of entertainment for families and kids, including performances and hands-on activities. Experience the energy of taiko drumming with Kaze Daiko, and a puppet performance by Mimibunko. Special pricing applies for this event.
Tanabata Festival
July 7, 2012 (Saturday)
Observance of the Japanese star festival, held in conjunction with The Wing Luke Museum.
Garden Party
July 20, 2012 (Friday)
5:30—8:00 p.m.
$75 – Proceeds benefit the Seattle Japanese Garden Advisory Council Program and horticultural needs of the Garden. Tickets available via Brown Paper Tickets: www.brownpapertickets.com/event/237843.
Wandering & Wondering:
Site specific performances in the Garden
August 4, 2012 (Saturday)
Join local movement artists and musicians for site-specific performances inspired by the Garden.
Moon Viewing
September 1, 2012 (Saturday)
Evening event celebrating the beauty of the full moon.
Respect for Elders
September 17, 2012 (Monday)
We mark the importance of elders in our community by offering a range of cultural activities and performances. Admission FREE for senior adults 65 and older.
Maple Viewing
October 14, 2012 (Sunday)
Enjoy blazing autumn foliage throughout the Garden.
The Japanese Garden is closed during the winter months. In case of snow, we are sometimes able to open the Garden for photography. Check our website on winter snow days!