Visit the Star Festival

Celebrate one of summer’s most colorful and vibrant festivals, Tanabata.

A family strolling by tanzaku (wish strips) during Portland Japanese Garden's Tanabata festival celebration in 2025. Photo by Portland Japanese Garden.

A family strolling by tanzaku (wish strips) during Portland Japanese Garden's Tanabata festival celebration in 2025. Photo by Portland Japanese Garden.

Wednesday's Hours

Member Hours: 8:00 am - 10:00 am

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A Journey in Moments: Photography by Daniel Ng

May 28, 2026 - August 10, 2026 | Garden Hours

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Behind the Shoji: Annual Summer Marketplace

June 27, 2026 - September 7, 2026 | Garden Hours

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Woven Light: Washi Sculptures by Yuri Kinoshita

June 27, 2026 - September 14, 2026 | Garden Hours

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Behind the Shoji: Annual Summer Marketplace

June 27, 2026 - September 7, 2026 | Garden Hours

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Woven Light: Washi Sculptures by Yuri Kinoshita

June 27, 2026 - September 14, 2026 | Garden Hours

Celebrate Tanabata at the Garden

Star Festival Events

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