Halloween in Japantown 2025

Friday, October 31st, 4:00-7:00PM

Halloween in Japantown has taken place every year on Halloween (October 31) since 2003, including virtual Halloween at the height of COVID. It will continue to be held on this date unless otherwise announced by San Jose Taiko.

Activities to check out between 4:00 - 7:00PM

• Treats from Japantown businesses, organizations, and partners! Safety note: ALL candy distributors must be approved before this event. Anyone handing out candy that was not pre-approved will be asked to desist for the safety of the attendees. If you are interested in distributing candy, please contact us via email (info@taiko.org).

• More updates to come!

4:15PM Taiko performances on 5th Street near Wesley United Methodist Church and Issei Memorial Building.

5:15PM Roving taiko drummers throughout Japantown. Short jam sessions to scare the demons away!