April Music Festivals [2026]: A roundup of spring festivals, outdoor rock fests, and other music events

An outdoor event from Fukuoka that feels like a home party, bringing together people who love the city. Visitors can enjoy an out-of-the-ordinary yet cozy, at-home time with a picnic-like vibe. The entire venue is transformed into a different world, with soothing music in the air and the delicious aroma of food drifting by—an experience that engages all five senses. It’s a full-day event, perfect for a relaxed family outing. Attendance is limited, so if you’re interested, be sure to check it out early.

This is a festival held annually in Tottori since 2011, built on two pillars: “jazz” and “art.” Organized and run by local musicians and music enthusiasts, Tottori JAZZ transforms venues all across the city, filling Tottori with the colors of jazz.

JAM FES is an event held at Nishi-Eifuku JAM in Tokyo. It’s a small live house with a capacity of 250 people, but you can enjoy a full day packed with live performances. One of the charms of events like this is that, in addition to the artists you came to see, you might stumble upon a performance you happen to catch and find it really good!