The public tests their rhythmic skills alongside members of Watsonville Taiko during the annual Obon Festival in 2025 at the Watsonville Buddhist Temple. The annual event is scheduled for Sunday at noon at 423 Bridge St. The free event includes entertainment, a vendor’s market, children’s games and an array of traditional foods. The festival culminates in a dance, known as Bon-Odori. For Buddhists, the Obon Festival is a time to honor deceased ancestors by inviting them back into their homes. Many consider it a time to honor past generations and their contributions to the living, organizers said. (Tarmo Hannula/The Pajaronian)
