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Recommended ideas for student council projects at a school festival, such as recreational activities and stage events.

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In addition to each class and club preparing their own attractions for the school festival, aren’t there also schools that hold special events organized by the student council?

That said, coming up with plans that students and visitors will truly enjoy can be quite a challenge.

So in this article, we’ll introduce recommended ideas for student council-led projects at school festivals!

We’ve gathered a variety of ideas, including decorations to brighten up the venue, recreational activities and games everyone can join, and stage events led by student council officers.

There are also school-wide ideas that only the student council can pull off, so be sure to use these as a reference.

Recommended ideas for student council projects at the school festival: activities and stage events (21–30)

Balloon release

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Balloon release

How about trying a balloon release—hugely popular as a wedding performance—as one of your school festival events? Some schools hold them during opening or closing ceremonies! As the name suggests, a balloon release involves sending helium-inflated balloons up into the sky, and the sight of colorful balloons soaring upward is truly spectacular.

Sometimes people write messages, such as wishes for disaster-stricken areas’ recovery, before releasing them.

While ordinary latex balloons are said to have minimal environmental impact, there are also balloons made from materials that dissolve in water or break down under sunlight, which place even less burden on the environment.

It could be worthwhile to consider those as part of environmental education.

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manzai (a traditional Japanese stand-up comedy duo performance)

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An experience you can only have now! Here are some ideas for a manzai routine.

How about performing manzai with friends you get along with or buddies who share your sense of humor? From the time you practice your material together to the day of the performance, it’s bound to be unforgettable.

If you include trending bits from social media and the news, or relatable “school life” jokes from your own campus, you might capture the audience’s interest.

And don’t forget a sound check—microphones and audio are essential for a manzai performance.

Make sure to adjust the equipment so your voices are easy to hear.

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Bingo Tournament

How about holding a large-scale bingo game as one of the event activities, even though bingo is often associated with wrapping up a party? The more participants you have, the more preparation it requires, but it should generate a lot of excitement.

Preparing enough bingo cards for everyone and arranging prizes are challenging points.

The student council could handle these, but it might also be a good idea to ask the school for support.

This is an activity that tests the ability to keep a close eye on participants and the skill to emcee and keep the atmosphere lively.

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fireworks (launched into the sky)

Nishiyamato Gakuen Culture Festival Fireworks Display

fireworks (launched into the sky)

A perfect idea to cap off the school festival is a fireworks display.

That scene would be the very finale—sure to move the students who worked so hard to prepare, the visitors who came to watch, and the teachers who supported the activities.

You will need to consult with the school, local residents, the municipal office, and the fire department.

But that’s exactly why the sense of accomplishment when it succeeds is extraordinary! You can either buy commercially available fireworks, or, if the budget allows, hire a professional company.

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high school student band

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high school student band

Take this opportunity to form a band! Here are some ideas for high school bands.

Many of you may already be in a band or play an instrument, but forming a band to perform on stage is also highly recommended.

How about delivering the best music with members you can only play with right now? Even if it’s a special one-day band, the time and passion you’ve put into practice will surely reach the audience.

Perform covers of your favorite bands or showcase your own songs and make some great memories!

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arch

Teikyo University Junior and Senior High School Cultural Festival - Arch Gate

arch

On the day of a school cultural festival, the first thing you often see is the entrance arch.

Just looking at it gets you excited, doesn’t it? There are many ways to make an arch, but it’s best to start by deciding on a theme and design.

For example: “Match the arch to the festival’s theme,” or “Use animals as a motif.” In any case, I hope you’ll create an impressive arch that makes people want to take photos.

You can find examples of arches from various schools online, so using those as references is a good idea.

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Impersonation Battle

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Impersonation Battle

As a student council-hosted event, let’s try organizing a contest where participants compete in impersonations.

We’ll recruit those confident in their impersonation skills and have them vie for the best performance.

In addition to a tournament-style format where participants face off, a team battle with two teams could also be exciting.

Consider adding twists such as preparing prizes for the winners and giving prizes to audience members who correctly predict the outcomes.

It would be even more lively if teachers joined the competition alongside students.

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