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List of Local Festivals Nationwide [2026]

While calls for regional revitalization are echoing across the country, this time we’ve compiled information on locally rooted festivals.

Many of these events let you enjoy specialty products and local foods from each area, so they’re great not only for residents but also for those coming from afar—perfect to drop by while sightseeing.

Past events

Kameyama Music JamboreeSun, 3/8 – Mie Prefecture

This is an audition-style event for amateur bands that started in 2010 in Kameyama City, Mie Prefecture. Anyone engaged in musical activities, from young people to seniors, can participate as long as they are amateur citizens. Several screening stages are held before performing on stage, including audio and performance reviews, and the 10 bands that make it through compete live on the day for the Kameyama Music Jamboree Award. Come enjoy the energetic, high-level music of these bands live at the venue.

ScheduleSunday, March 8, 2026
placeKameyama City, Mie Prefecture, Kameyama City Cultural Hall, Main Hall
Websitehttps://kameyama-mj.jimdofree.com/

KAOSUYA STREET MUSIC FESTIVALSat 3/7–Sun 3/8, Yamaguchi Prefecture

ScheduleSaturday–Sunday, March 7–8, 2026
placeYamaguchi Prefecture, Shimonoseki City, Yasuoka District Park
Websitehttps://www.sanin-park.com/%E4%BB%8A%E5%B9%B4%E3%82%82%E3%82%A4%E3%83%99%E3%83%B3%E3%83%88%E9%96%8B%E5%82%AC%E3%81%A7%E3%81%99/

La La La Spring FestivalKochi Prefecture, Sat 3/7–Sun 3/8

This is the spring event of the Kochi Machi La La La Music Festival, held in the heart of Kochi City. As the season begins to feel like spring, the festival offers outdoor live performances that turn the city into a stage, creating a warm atmosphere that brings performers and audience closer together. It’s beloved by both residents and participating artists. Anyone who loves music can enjoy this event as the city and audience come together as one, making it highly recommended for those who want to start making music, those thinking about taking it up again, or anyone interested in participating in various ways.

ScheduleSaturday–Sunday, March 7–8, 2026
placeKochi Prefecture, Kochi City, Chuo Park / Obiyamachi Park
Websitehttps://kc-lalala.com
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Maibara Forest Stage Music FestivalSun, 3/1 Shiga Prefecture

ScheduleSunday, March 1, 2026
placeShiga Prefecture, Maibara City, Joy Ibuki / Outdoor Stage
Websitehttps://maibara-morinobutai.jimdosite.com/

HANGEKI FESSat, Feb 28 — Osaka Prefecture

Entertainment might be transformed by the power of young people. Organized by Y-PU ENTERTAINMENT, this is a new kind of festival planned and run mainly by university students. HANGEKI FES is being held with the desire to revitalize entertainment through our own efforts, at a time when everyday life can no longer be enjoyed as before due to the spread of COVID-19. Keep an eye on the lineup, featuring artists selected through auditions and picks curated by trend-savvy young generations. It’s a wonderful event where simply taking part lets you support entertainment in many different ways.

ScheduleSaturday, February 28, 2026
placeNamba Hatch, Osaka City, Osaka Prefecture
Websitehttps://www.hangekifes.com/
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