AZ Matsuri 2023 is returning in person for first time since the covid pandemic came to Arizona in March, 2020. The festival theme is “harmony” and runs both days 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. The full schedule is here:https://azmatsuri.org/schedule-of-events

Tucson performers highlighted below:

Sat. Feb. 25:

11 a.m. Odaiko Sonora on Taiko Stage

2:30 p.m. Traditional dancers Suzuyuki-Kai on Cultural Arts stage

Sunday Feb. 26

10:30 a.m. Arizona Kyudo Kai (archery) on Martial Arts stage

2:30 p.m. Suzuyuki-Kai on Cultural Arts stage

Also, Tucson’s popular Takoyaki Balls food truck will be serving their delicious food on both days.