Osaka Festival Calendar [2026]: Music Festivals and Outdoor Events Summary
In this article, we’ll introduce a wide range of music festivals held in Osaka all at once!
When it comes to music festivals in Osaka, there’s a packed lineup of events featuring popular artists from Japan and abroad—such as SUMMER SONIC, held every summer, its spin-off events, and massive indoor festivals at the end of the year.
Another hallmark of Osaka’s events is their variety: from urban-style circuit festivals that use multiple live venues, to events in Osaka Castle Park, to seaside festivals where you can see the ocean—there’s something for every taste.
Find an event that interests you and be sure to check it out in person!
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Past events
Izumi-no-Kuni Jazz StreetSat 9/27 – Sun 9/28, Osaka Prefecture
The Izumi no Kuni Jazz Street held in Izumi, Osaka. As the title “Jazz Street” suggests, various artists perform live at venues such as shops around town. Street performances are free to attend, so why not drop by and enjoy them?
| Schedule | Saturday, September 27, 2025 – Sunday, September 28, 2025 |
| place | Osaka Prefecture, Izumi City, Ecole Izumi Amse Plaza (Head Office) / Izumi Disability Fureai Plaza Oasis / Izumi City Plaza / Osaka Toyopet Tribell Ibukino Store / Toyota Corolla Nankai Ibukino Store |
| Website | http://www.izumi-jazz.jp |
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NEYAGAWA DRIVE ROCK FES.Tue, 9/23 Osaka Prefecture
| Schedule | Tuesday, September 23, 2025 |
| place | Neyagawa Driving School, Neyagawa City, Osaka Prefecture |
| Website | https://neyagawa-ds.co.jp/rockfes/2024/ |
WAH YAH FESTIVALTue, 9/23 Osaka Prefecture
| Schedule | Tuesday, September 23, 2025 |
| place | Lawn area in front of Shell Theater, Kaizuka City, Osaka Prefecture |
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PEACE DAYSun, 9/21, Osaka Prefecture
PEACE DAY is a music festival that proudly bears peace in its title. In addition to live music, it features a variety of events such as talk sessions and activities. It’s a wonderful event where you can not only have fun but also learn something new!
| Schedule | Sunday, September 21, 2025 |
| place | Osaka Prefecture, Osaka City, Kansai Expo Venue |
| Website | https://peaceday.jp/ |
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Suito Music FestivalSun, 9/21, Osaka Prefecture
| Schedule | Sunday, September 21, 2025 |
| place | Yodogawa Riverside Park, Hirakata District, Hirakata City, Osaka Prefecture |
| Website | https://sw-fes.com/ |
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Suita FestaSat, Sep 20 – Osaka Prefecture
| Schedule | Saturday, September 20, 2025 |
| place | Expo ’70 Commemorative Park, Suita City, Osaka Prefecture |
| Website | https://suitafesta.com/ |
MASTER COLISEUMSat, Sep 20 – Osaka Prefecture
Master Colosseum—aka Masukoro. The original festival of sound by bands, for bands! It’s an outdoor live event where the real thrill is the skirmishes between rival acts. It’s grown bigger every year, and we deliver a more robust lineup than ever.
| Schedule | Saturday, September 20, 2025 |
| place | Osaka-jō Hall (Osaka Castle Music Hall), Osaka City, Osaka Prefecture |
| Website | https://mscl56.com/ |
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