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

We’ve put together a list of music events taking place in April, including spring festivals, jazz festivals, and circuit-style festivals.

This year is also packed with exciting events like YON FES, I ROCKS, and ARABAKI ROCK FEST!

April

Shimamoto Music FestivalSun, Apr 26 — Osaka Prefecture

The Shimamoto Music Festival is held in Shimamoto, Mishima District, Osaka Prefecture, and is a long-standing music festival organized by the Shimamoto Town Chamber of Commerce Youth Division. Many artists perform, including band performances, wind ensemble performances, and acoustic singer-songwriters. At the same time, local shops and vendors in Shimamoto host food and merchandise stalls as well as a flea market. Be sure to stop by!

ScheduleSunday, April 26, 2026
placeShimamoto Municipal Daiichi Junior High School Ground, Shimamoto Municipal Daiichi Junior High School Gymnasium, Sakurai Station Ruins Historic Park, Municipal Museum of History and Culture
Websitehttp://seinenbu.shimamoto-sci.com/shimamotomusicfes
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MAIZURU PLAYBACK FES.Sun, Apr 26 — Kyoto Prefecture

The Maizuru Playback Fest is held in the port town of Maizuru on the Sea of Japan in Kyoto. The event aims to revitalize the city, inspire hope, and give people a reason to fall in love with Maizuru by framing it as “a place to begin again” through music. We’ve all had those moments when, feeling down or low on energy, we’re moved by a comforting melody, a voice, or lyrics that deliver a message and give us a push forward. In this perfect seaside setting where you can feel the refreshing ocean breeze, the music you enjoy might help you discover a new version of yourself.

ScheduleSunday, April 26, 2026
placeKyoto Prefecture, Maizuru City, Maizuru P.B. Harbor Park, Pier No. 3
Websitehttps://playback-fes.com/
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MASSIVE BEATS OSAKATue, 4/28 Osaka Prefecture

ScheduleTuesday, April 28, 2026
placeOsaka-jō Hall, Osaka City, Osaka Prefecture
Websitehttps://funky802.com/massivebeats/
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The sentence structure of NAONWed, Apr 29 — Kanagawa Prefecture

A rock festival exclusively for female artists, planned by Keiko Terada of the rock band SHOW-YA. It’s a special event featuring many legendary artists who have had a major impact on the Japanese music scene. It’s a rare chance to see performers form special units with one another and witness lavish, once-in-a-lifetime collaborations. Experience the powerful, high-energy stage firsthand—packed with breathtaking vocals, searing guitar work, and performances so intense they’ll leave you in awe.

ScheduleWednesday, April 29, 2026
placeKanagawa Prefecture, Yokohama City, Yokohama BUNTAI
Websitehttps://naonnoyaon.net/

FM802 REQUESTAGEWed, 4/29 Osaka Prefecture

This event presented by FM802 began with the wish to let radio listeners see live performances by the artists they request on radio programs. Hearing the music you usually listen to on the radio performed right in front of you makes the experience even more moving. The official website is also accepting requests for songs you’d like to hear on the day of the event, so why not request your favorite track?

ScheduleWednesday, April 29, 2026
placeOsaka-jō Hall, Osaka City, Osaka Prefecture
Websitehttp://funky802.com/requestage/