2023 Origami Palooza (Biggest Origami Event in San Francisco - Join Master Bernie Peyton) Japan Center Peace PlazaNEW

Origami Palooza will be held at the Japan Center Peace Plaza in San Francisco. It is a free event open to all ages and skill levels.

Date
September 17, 2023, Sunday

Time
12pm to 5pm 

Location
It will take place in the Peace Plaza (between the East and West Malls).  

Origami Palooza Activities
• Fold With A Master: Learn how to fold origami from a master folder. This year's master is Bernie Peyton, an origami artist, designer, and author.
• Fold Your Own: Learn how to fold a variety of origami models from local origami teachers.
• Compete: Enter your origami creations in the competition for a chance to win prizes. There are three categories: Under 6 years old, 7-13 years old, and 14-100+.
• Oversize Folding: Fold a large-scale origami model from a 5-foot square of paper. This is a limited-entry event, so sign up early!
• Paper Airplane Challenge: Learn how to fold paper airplanes from John Collins, the current world record holder for paper airplane distance. Then, compete to see who can fly their plane the farthest.
And more!

There will also be vendors selling origami supplies, books, and other related merchandise. So come join us for a day of fun and creativity at the Origami Palooza!

Location
Japan Center Peace Plaza, 22 Peace Plaza, San Francisco, CA 94115

Admission
Free

Parking
There is limited parking available at the Japan Center. You may also want to consider taking public transportation.