Thursday, July 29
We will be giving a "Thursday Lunchtime Concert," part of the
Yerba Buena Gardens Festival. The festival presents music, theater, dance, cultural events, and educational and children’s programs, reflecting the rich cultures and creativity of the region. We will perform from
12:30pm to 1:30pm.
Sunday, August 1
We'll be playing at the
Berkeley Kite Festival in Cesar Chavez Park at the Berkeley Marina (time TBD). Event highlights include the world's largest octopus kite, Japanese-style Rokkaku kite battles, demonstrations, free kite making, food, and more.
Sunday, August 15
The
Diablo Japanese American Summer Festival (Bon Odori) features Japanese food, bonsai and Japanese flower arrangement exhibits, martial arts demonstrations, and Japanese dancers. We're on at
3pm.
Sunday, August 29
We will play at
3:30 at the
Oakland Chinatown Streetfest, an annual celebration of the tastes and traditions of Asia.
Sunday, September 12
Emeryville Taiko will be performing at the 36th annual
Solano Stroll, which organizers call "the East Bay's largest street festival." This year we will also be taking part in the parade that kicks off the festival.
We are accepting new students at our new home at the Emery Secondary School in Emeryville. Please check the
Classes page for schedule information, fees, and directions.