Dragon Boat Festival At Nikka Yuko

Date

June 25, 2025

Ends June 29, 2025

Location

835 Mayor Magrath Drive S Lethbridge, AB

Event Details

Hold the dates. Details to come

Organizer

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  • Nikka Yuko Japanese Garden

Established in 1967 to commemorate Canadaโ€™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 โ€œNikka Yukoโ€ 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 CLOSEDย 
  • Thursday: 10-6 pmย 
  • Fridays: 10-8 pm (Last Entry 7:30 pm)ย 
  • Saturdays: 10-8 pm (Last Entry 7:30 pm)
  • Sunday: 10-6 pmย 

Daily Programming

  • Daily Garden Tours at 11, 1 & 3 pm
  • Thursday: Tea: 2 pm & 4 pm Pavilion/Ceremony (Program)ย 
  • Friday: Food Truck Fridays/Sumo/Anime/Wild Nights; Ceremonies 2pm & 4pmย 
  • Saturday: Nodate Tea Service 2 pm & 4 pm (Experience/Program)ย 
  • Sunday: Nodate Tea Service 2 pm & 4 pmย ย  (Experience/Program)ย 
  • Monday: Meiso (Relaxation) Mondays

Performances and Presentations: 3:00 pmย 

Yukata Dressing:

Guests can wear Yukata around the Garden and community 5 days per week.