White River Buddhist Temple released the following statement announcing the cancellation if its annual in-person Bon Odori due to the COVID-19 Pandemic:
For the first time in fifty years, White River Buddhist Temple will not be holding its annual in-person Bon Odori festival this year. While the Temple traditionally holds its annual Bon Odori festival on the third weekend in July, this year, the Temple will be virtually streaming it’s Bon Odori with a traditional Buddhist service followed by a short socially distanced performance by Temple dance instructors on the evening of August 9th. The event will be streamed on the Temple’s Youtube Page.
Source: White River Buddhist Temple Bon Odori Cancelled for First Time in 50 Years - Auburn Examiner