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Heritage Day Festival
Celebrate Heritage Day at Nikka Yuko Japanese Garden!
Date
August 4, 2025 10:00 am – 6:00 pm
Location
Nikka Yuko Japanese Garden
835 Mayor Magrath Drive S Lethbridge, AB
Price
$15
Event Details
Celebrate Heritage Day at Nikka Yuko!
Join us for our Heritage Day Festival on Monday, August 4 – a full day of art, culture, and performance in the beauty of the Garden!
Artists in the Garden | 10 AM – 2 PM @ Bunka Centre Hallway
Iaido Performance by Daniel Lix | 12 – 1 PM @ Pavilion
Sound Bath Experience | 1:30 – 2:30 PM @ Wishing Well or Pavilion
Live Music: Midnight Channel | 3 – 4 PM @ Pavilion
Plus, enjoy our regular cultural offerings throughout the day:
Guided Tours at 11 AM, 1 PM, 3 PM, and 5 PM
Water Calligraphy | 12 – 1 PM
Ochakai Tea Service | 2 – 3 PM & 4 – 5 PM (limited to 15 people/session)
Special Admission: $15 for all guests ages 6+ (5 & under free)
Come experience a day of tradition, beauty, and community!
Organizer
- Nikka Yuko Japanese Garden
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.