Natsumatsuri Family Festival 2025

Sat Aug 16, 2025
12:00pm to 5:00pm PT
Age: 3 and up
Price: Free
Location:
Japanese American National Museum Democracy Center

The galleries of the Japanese American National Museum are closed for renovation, but the celebration goes on!

The Natsumatsuri Family Festival, JANM's annual summer celebration, is held this year at JANM’s Democracy Center and the Norman Y. Mineta Democracy Plaza (right next to the JANM building).

Families can enjoy an afternoon of free cultural performances, crafts, and activities for all ages.

Highlights include storytime with author and racecar driver Nadine Sachiko Hsu, fun summer-themed crafts and origami, and exclusive activities connected to JANM’s new exhibition, Cruising J-Town.

  

** Activity dates/times are subject to change. Please click through to the activity website to verify.