[2026] For cherished memories: A roundup of hype cheer songs for cultural and school festivals
At school festivals, there are exhibits, food stalls, various events, and stage performances, right?
At some schools, they even choose a theme song each year to make the festival even more exciting.
Do you ever find it hard to decide which songs to pick for the different moments?
In this article, we’ll spotlight cheer songs that fit perfectly with school festivals.
While many people associate them with sports, there are also songs that cheer you on in life and tracks that capture that perfect youthful vibe for a school festival—so use this as a reference!
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[2026] For cherished memories: A roundup of hype cheer songs for culture festivals and school festivals (121–130)
Maximum reachSEKAI NO OWARI
This work carries the message of turning weakness into an ally and soaring high.
It’s a song that gives you the courage to overcome difficulties and aim for your personal best.
Released in September 2023, it was also chosen as the opening theme for season 25 of the popular anime One Piece.
It’s included on the album Nautilus, released in March 2024.
Characteristic of SEKAI NO OWARI, the track incorporates electronic music elements and features an up-tempo rhythm perfect for dancing.
It’s ideal for hyping up culture festivals and school festivals, and for creating a sense of unity when everyone dances together.
Recommended as an inspiring cheer song that resonates with listeners of all ages, from children to adults.
OH！SHISHAMO
SHISHAMO is a girls’ band that enjoys overwhelming popularity, especially among young people.
Not only do they appear at major festivals across the country, but they’re also hugely popular in living rooms nationwide thanks to their commercial songs! What makes them so appealing are their lyrics filled with straightforward, pure messages and their clean, refreshing sound.
This song, of course, embodies those charms as well.
It’s a track that gives you a push, saying, “It’s okay to be reckless—just do your best!!,” and you can’t help but feel the spirit of youth in it.
It’s a piece we’d especially love for students to perform.
OrangeSPYAIR
The song by SPYAIR released in February 2024 drew attention as the theme song for Haikyu!! The Dumpster Battle: The Movie.
Centered on the themes of meeting, bonds, and farewells with teammates, it sings of the courage and hope to keep moving forward.
With its emotional atmosphere, it’s sure to be moving when played at just the right moment.
This marks SPYAIR’s fourth collaboration with the Haikyu!! series.
Surely many students love this song as well.
It’s a wonderful track that gives a push to those striving toward their dreams and colors the few precious memories of student life.
SpecialSUPER BEAVER
SUPER BEAVER’s “Special” stands out for its driving sound and strongly message-driven lyrics.
It seems to express how two words that would normally feel contradictory—lyrics that talk about the ordinary and a title that raises up the special—actually exist close to each other.
As the years pass, the narrator finds themselves acting more and more for someone other than themselves, and the song depicts the happiness they feel in that reality.
Along with a warmth that cherishes human connections, the track also conveys determination and strength to keep acting for the happiness of others.
[2026] For cherished memories: A roundup of hype cheer songs for school culture festivals (131–140)
earnest desireSUPER BEAVER
A catchy set of lyrics and an exhilarating melody make this the perfect song to color your school festival memories.
It’s included on the album “Ongaku,” released in February 2024.
Singing about the importance of human connection and smiles, this piece shines with the passionate emotional expression that is uniquely SUPER BEAVER.
With its live, energetic sound and heart-stirring message, it’s sure to amp up any cultural or school festival.
Versatile enough for exhibits, food stalls, and stage performances alike, this is a go-to track for many situations.
In the moments that etch a page of youth, it will surely be a reliable ally.
PLAYERSYOASOBI
An uplifting anthem woven from passionate lyrics and a refreshing melody! Created by YOASOBI, this ambitious work commemorates the 30th anniversary of PlayStation®.
It brilliantly captures those moments when the emotions and memories gained through gaming encourage the real you and give you a gentle push forward.
With powerful lyrics that inspire hope for the future and the courage to take on new challenges, paired with a catchy chorus that truly resonates, it leaves a lasting impression.
Released in March 2025, the song also drew attention as the tie-in track for the special PlayStation® 30th anniversary commercial.
Perfect not only for opening scenes at school festivals and cultural events, but also as a motivational song for friends about to take a new step.
When everyone lifts their voices together, it’s a wonderful track that can unite the entire venue as one.
Don’t give upZARD
Speaking of motivational songs, this one is absolutely essential! It’s a track by ZARD that represents 90s J-pop.
It’s been quite some time since its release, but it’s still strongly associated with cheering—especially as a marathon anthem! It’s a mid-tempo rock ballad packed with 90s flavor in its sound and arrangement for each part, and listening to it really brings on a sense of nostalgia.
That said, its coolness still holds up today.
It works perfectly as background music to create moving moments at school festivals, and it’s also a guaranteed crowd-pleaser when performed by a band.