Event Details
Basha Nori is Back This December! Enjoy magical horse & wagon rides around Henderson Lake this holiday season, proudly provided by Once Upon A Time Rides and sponsored by CIR Realty.📅 Dates:
December 18
December 19
December 31
Time: 6:00 PM – 8:00 PMLast call at 7:30 PM
FREE to the PublicFirst Come, First Served
Bundle up, bring the family, and enjoy a cozy winter ride starting and ending at the Bunka Centre. Celebrate the season with a magical experience you won’t want to miss!
Meet the Organizer
Established in 1967 to commemorate Canada’s Centennial, Nikka Yuko Japanese Garden stands as a tribute to the contributions of Japanese Canadians to Lethbridge, Alberta, and as a lasting symbol of international friendship. The name “Nikka Yuko” blends elements of both Japanese and English: Ni (from Nihon, meaning Japan), Ka (from Canada), and Yuko (meaning friendship), representing the deep connection between the two nations.
Opening Day and Hours
Opening day for 2025 is Thursday, May 8th.
The garden is open five (5) days a week:
- Monday: 10-6pm
- Tuesday/Wednesday CLOSED
- Thursday: 10-6 pm
- Fridays: 10-8 pm (Last Entry 7:30 pm)
- Saturdays: 10-8 pm (Last Entry 7:30 pm)
- Sunday: 10-6 pm
Daily Programming
- Daily Garden Tours at 11, 1 & 3 pm
- Thursday: Tea: 2 pm & 4 pm Pavilion/Ceremony (Program)
- Friday: Food Truck Fridays/Sumo/Anime/Wild Nights; Ceremonies 2pm & 4pm
- Saturday: Nodate Tea Service 2 pm & 4 pm (Experience/Program)
- Sunday: Nodate Tea Service 2 pm & 4 pm (Experience/Program)
- Monday: Meiso (Relaxation) Mondays
Performances and Presentations: 3:00 pm
Yukata Dressing:
Guests can wear Yukata around the Garden and community 5 days per week.
📅 Date & Time: 2025-12-31 18:00
📅 Ends: 2025-12-31 20:00
📍 Location:
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Event Details
Basha Nori is Back This December! Enjoy magical horse & wagon rides around Henderson Lake this holiday season, proudly provided by Once Upon A Time Rides and sponsored by CIR Realty.
📅 Dates:
December 18
December 19
December 31
Time: 6:00 PM – 8:00 PMLast call at 7:30 PM
FREE to the PublicFirst Come, First Served
Bundle up, bring the family, and enjoy a cozy winter ride starting and ending at the Bunka Centre. Celebrate the season with a magical experience you won’t want to miss!
📅 Date & Time: 2025-12-31 18:00
📅 Ends: 2025-12-31 20:00
📍 Location:
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Organizer
Established in 1967 to commemorate Canada’s Centennial, Nikka Yuko Japanese Garden stands as a tribute to the contributions of Japanese Canadians to Lethbridge, Alberta, and as a lasting symbol of international friendship. The name “Nikka Yuko” blends elements of both Japanese and English: Ni (from Nihon, meaning Japan), Ka (from Canada), and Yuko (meaning friendship), representing the deep connection between the two nations.
Opening Day and Hours
Opening day for 2025 is Thursday, May 8th.
The garden is open five (5) days a week:
- Monday: 10-6pm
- Tuesday/Wednesday CLOSED
- Thursday: 10-6 pm
- Fridays: 10-8 pm (Last Entry 7:30 pm)
- Saturdays: 10-8 pm (Last Entry 7:30 pm)
- Sunday: 10-6 pm
Daily Programming
- Daily Garden Tours at 11, 1 & 3 pm
- Thursday: Tea: 2 pm & 4 pm Pavilion/Ceremony (Program)
- Friday: Food Truck Fridays/Sumo/Anime/Wild Nights; Ceremonies 2pm & 4pm
- Saturday: Nodate Tea Service 2 pm & 4 pm (Experience/Program)
- Sunday: Nodate Tea Service 2 pm & 4 pm (Experience/Program)
- Monday: Meiso (Relaxation) Mondays
Performances and Presentations: 3:00 pm
Yukata Dressing:
Guests can wear Yukata around the Garden and community 5 days per week.