Music Festivals in May [2026]: Outdoor Festivals and Events Summary

A handmade, homey music festival will be held on Nakajima, a remote island in Ehime Prefecture. This event features a new concept: on-site live performances combined with recorded streaming shows, and it highlights carefully selected artists chosen from applications received from around the world. At the local live shows, you can enjoy borderless, free-spirited performances by bands and dance units that transcend musical genres. Consider combining your visit with some sightseeing—take in the island’s scenery and stop by the refreshing, beautiful beaches.

CIRCLE is an event held every May. The venue is right by the sea, so you can enjoy the scent of the ocean while spending a wonderfully pleasant time at this spring outdoor festival. There’s also a designated area where you can set up tents, allowing you to relax and enjoy the festival at your own pace.

MEETS THE REGGAE, hosted by the reggae band BAGDAD CAFE THE trench town, will be held again this year. In this event, BAGDAD CAFE THE trench town serves as the backing band while guest vocalists take the stage to collaborate throughout the show.