Oshogatsu: A New Year's Celebration (Morikami)
Toddler-friendly seasonal event in Delray Beach, FL
4000 Morikami Park Rd, Delray Beach, FL 3344612 mo–12 yrs
90–180 min
morning · afternoon
Seasonal: Jan 9 (out of season right now) — 2027: Saturday, Jan 9, 10am-5pm at Morikami (4000 Morikami Park Rd, Delray Beach). Mochi-pounding 11am & 1:30pm; kite fly 10am-4:30pm; hagoita craft 11am-4pm. Expires after Jan 9, 2027.
Morikami Museum and Japanese Gardens' Oshogatsu Japanese New Year festival -- mochi-pounding demos (11am and 1:30pm), a family kite fly, a hagoita paddle craft, and koto concerts ($5). Kicks off Morikami's 50th anniversary year. Free with museum admission.
Why kids love it
Watching the mochi-pounding and flying kites on the big lawn -- a calm, outdoor cultural day that's great for toddlers.
Delray Beach · South Palm Beach
🎒 Packing list
- • Sunscreen
- • Water bottles
- • Snacks
- • Wipes
- • Cash for vendors
- • Kite (optional)
- • Sunscreen
Safety notes
- ! Crowds: use a wearable ID or write your number on toddler's arm
- ! Hydrate more than you think you need
Parent reviews
Quick facts
- Address
- 4000 Morikami Park Rd, Delray Beach, FL 33446
- Cost
- Free with paid museum admission; koto concert $5 extra
- Ages
- 12 mo–12 yr
- Time needed
- 90–180 minutes
- Best time
- morning and afternoon
- Setting
- Outdoor
- Shade
- Yes
- Stroller access
- Yes
- Restrooms
- Yes
- Season
- Jan 9. 2027: Saturday, Jan 9, 10am-5pm at Morikami (4000 Morikami Park Rd, Delray Beach). Mochi-pounding 11am & 1:30pm; kite fly 10am-4:30pm; hagoita craft 11am-4pm. Expires after Jan 9, 2027.
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Questions about Oshogatsu: A New Year's Celebration (Morikami)
Is Oshogatsu: A New Year's Celebration (Morikami) good for toddlers?
Yes. We recommend Oshogatsu: A New Year's Celebration (Morikami) for ages 12 mo–12 yr. Watching the mochi-pounding and flying kites on the big lawn -- a calm, outdoor cultural day that's great for toddlers.
How much does Oshogatsu: A New Year's Celebration (Morikami) cost?
Free with paid museum admission; koto concert $5 extra. Prices change, so confirm with the venue before you go.
How long should we plan for Oshogatsu: A New Year's Celebration (Morikami)?
Most families spend 90 to 180 minutes. It is at its best in the morning and afternoon.
Does Oshogatsu: A New Year's Celebration (Morikami) have shade, restrooms and stroller access?
Oshogatsu: A New Year's Celebration (Morikami) has shade, restrooms and stroller access.
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