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Kyoto Cultural Festival Calendar: University and Junior College Festival Schedule Summary [2026]

Kyoto Prefecture is home not only to universities with long traditions but also to many newer institutions, and the campus festivals held at each offer a rich variety.

Visitors will never be bored, with food stalls to enjoy, stage performances to get excited about, and opportunities to experience research presentations and exhibitions.

Many of these festivals are open to the general public, making it easy for anyone to join—that’s another great point.

This article clearly summarizes the schedules of campus festivals held at universities across Kyoto Prefecture.

Be sure to check it out when planning your visit.

Past events

Arashi Arts Festival | Saga Art Junior CollegeOct 18 (Sat) – 19 (Sun), Kyoto Prefecture

ScheduleSat, Oct 18 – Sun, Oct 19, 2025
place1, Saga Gotō-chō, Ukyo Ward, Kyoto City, Kyoto Prefecture
Websitehttp://www.kyoto-saga.ac.jp/juniorcollege/
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Kyokasai | Hanazono UniversityOct 18 (Sat) – 19 (Sun), Kyoto Prefecture

This is the Kyo-Ka Festival, Hanazono University’s campus festival. In addition to a comedy show by Yoshimoto comedians, Kyo-Ka Festival offers a variety of student-organized events. There are also events featuring university professors, allowing you to enjoy a different atmosphere from the usual campus life.

ScheduleSat, Oct 18 – Sun, Oct 19, 2025
placeTsubonouchi-cho, Nishinokyo, Nakagyo Ward, Kyoto City, Kyoto Prefecture
Websitehttp://www.hanazono.ac.jp/
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In conclusion

Kyoto Prefecture is home to many universities with unique personalities, and each of their campus festivals is packed with its own special appeal. Check the dates that interest you and experience the campus excitement firsthand. If you go, you’re sure to have even more fun than you imagined.