Join Tonari Gumi at the 2026 Powell Street Festival!
The Powell Street Festival, a beloved summer tradition in the Japanese-Canadian community, will take place on Saturday, August 1 and Sunday, August 2, 2026, at Oppenheimer Park.
This year, Tonari Gumi planned menu items are as follows:
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Hiyashi Chuka (Cold Noodles) / 冷やし中華
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Mochi Manju / モチまんじゅう
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Mugi Cha (Barley Tea) / 麦茶
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NEW! Japanese Gyro Chicken Rice Bowl / 和風ジャイロチキン丼
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NEW! Salmon Soboro Bento / サーモンそぼろ弁当
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NEW! Iced Coffee / アイスコーヒー
We are currently looking for volunteers to support preparations and activities both before and during the festival. If you’re available and interested in being part of this lively cultural event, we would love your help!
Volunteer Call:
Powell Street Festival
We are currently recruiting volunteers for the Powell Street Festival, taking place on August 1st and 2nd. We truly need your support again this year!
If you are interested in joining us, please complete the volunteer registration form.
We will begin enhanced volunteer training and orientation sessions starting in July.
Please register first using the link below.
Volunteer opportunities are available for the following periods:
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Last week of July: Festival preparation
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August 1–2: Festival days (2 days)
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August 4–7: Clean-up after the festival
If you know anyone—friends, family, or acquaintances—who may be interested in volunteering for this year’s 50th anniversary Powell Street Festival, please feel free to refer them to us.
Registration link: https://forms.gle/tKwqd83NEJ8641e49
We will share further details as they are confirmed.
Call for Kimono, Yukata and Jewelry Donations for Powell Street Festival
As preparations continue for the Powell Street Festival, Tonari Gumi is accepting donations of kimono, yukata, geta, zori, traditional Japanese accessories and jewelry to be sold at our festival booth.
If you have gently used items that you no longer need, we would greatly appreciate your donation. Proceeds from sales support Tonari Gumi’s programs and services for the community.
Donations will be accepted until July 28.
Thank you for your generous support. We look forward to receiving your donations.
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