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.
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- List of Idol Festivals Nationwide [2026]
- List of Rock Festivals in Tohoku [2026]
- List of Free-Admission Festivals Nationwide [2026]
- List of indie festivals nationwide [2026]
- List of Hot Spring Festivals Nationwide [2026]
- Nationwide Acoustic Festivals List [2026]
- List of Family Festivals Nationwide [2026]
- Nationwide All-Night Festivals List [2026]
- [2026] Must-Know Information on Music Festivals and Outdoor Events in the Koshinetsu and Hokuriku Regions
- Domestic circuit events [2026] City festival list
- Nationwide Camp-In Festivals [2026] Outdoor Festival List
Past events
Shimane Jet Fes: Yamata-no-Orochi RisingSat 10/11–Sun 10/12, Shimane Prefecture
An event hosted by the rock band Guitar Wolf, held under the slogan of “rock” at an ancient burial mound (kofun). In keeping with the historical setting of the kofun venue, the stages are given history-themed names such as Yamata no Orochi. Music festivals set against the backdrop of a kofun are quite rare, so even seasoned festival-goers may find this a fresh and enjoyable experience.
| Schedule | Sat–Sun, Oct 11–12, 2025 |
| place | Kozoshi Park on Kofun Hill, Matsue City, Shimane Prefecture |
| Website | https://www.shimanejettfes.com/ |
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MachinobunkasaiSat, Oct 11 — Okayama Prefecture
Kyū-Uchiyamashita Elementary School: This is an event held using a former elementary school that has been closed. In the familiar setting of an elementary school where everyone spent their childhood, it’s a festival offering a variety of experiences—from music to food and workshops.
| Schedule | Saturday, October 11, 2025 |
| place | Ishiyama Park, Okayama City, Okayama Prefecture |
| Website | http://machinobunkasai.info |
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Enjoy music in the parkSat, Oct 11 — Niigata Prefecture
| Schedule | Saturday, October 11, 2025 |
| place | Echigo Hillside National Government Park, Nagaoka City, Niigata Prefecture |
| Website | https://nagaoka-navi.or.jp/event/42180 |
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ishinokoOct 11 (Sat)–13 (Mon), Ishikawa Prefecture
| Schedule | Sat, Oct 11–Mon, Oct 13, 2025 |
| place | Takigahara Farm, Komatsu City, Ishikawa Prefecture |
| Website | https://ishinoko.jp/ |
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Mi-iro Uta Asobi Festa Mi-RockSat, Oct 11 — Kagawa Prefecture
| Schedule | Saturday, October 11, 2025 |
| place | Miiro Nursery Home, Takamatsu City, Kagawa Prefecture |
| Website | https://miirock.mystrikingly.com/ |
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Minamiuonuma Harvest FestivalSat, Oct 11 — Niigata Prefecture
| Schedule | Saturday, October 11, 2025 |
| place | Niigata Prefecture, Minamiuonuma City, Ishiuchi Maruyama Ski Resort New Scenic Terrace Area |
| Website | https://soilworks-jpn.com/shukakusai/ |
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Forest of Dreams FestivalSat 10/11 – Sun 10/12, Nara Prefecture
| Schedule | Sat–Sun, Oct 11–12, 2025 |
| place | Kashihara Park, Kashihara City, Nara Prefecture / Around Kashiharajingū-mae Station Central Exit |
| Website | http://yumenomori.net/ |
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