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
Kadoma Jazz FestivalMon, Oct 13 — Osaka Prefecture
This is a jazz festival held in Kadoma, Osaka. Taking place in early October, when the autumn breeze is refreshing and it feels great to be outdoors, the festival unfolds throughout the city of Kadoma—perfect for spending a relaxing time. It is organized as a community-focused event, driven by the idea of combining the power of jazz and local citizens to bring vibrancy to the city.
| Schedule | Monday, October 13, 2025 |
| place | Furukawabashi Station, Kadoma City, Osaka Prefecture / Station Front Venue |
| Website | http://www.kadoma-jazz.com/ |
Festival of the Wind PeopleMon, Oct 13 — Osaka Prefecture
| Schedule | Monday, October 13, 2025 |
| place | Hattori Ryokuchi Open-Air Music Hall, Toyonaka City, Osaka Prefecture |
| Website | https://www.facebook.com/kajipitofes/ |
WESSION FESTIVALSun 10/12 – Mon 10/13, Osaka Prefecture
| Schedule | Sunday–Monday, October 12–13, 2025 |
| place | Higashi-no-Hiroba (East Plaza), Expo ’70 Commemorative Park, Suita City, Osaka Prefecture |
| Website | https://www.wowow.co.jp/event/wession/ |
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Sakai Blues FestivalSun 10/12 – Mon 10/13, Osaka Prefecture
This event, held with the aim of revitalizing local commerce and industry through music, is one to really look forward to, as it offers the chance to see many bands.
| Schedule | Sunday–Monday, October 12–13, 2025 |
| place | Sakai City, Osaka Prefecture |
| Website | http://www.sakai-bluesfestival.com |
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Osaka Taisho Okinawa FestivalSun, Oct 12 — Osaka Prefecture
| Schedule | Sunday, October 12, 2025 |
| place | Osaka Prefecture, Osaka City, Fujii-gumi, Taisho Ward Community Hall |
| Website | https://taisho-okinawafes.com/ |
MINAMI WHEELSat 10/11–Mon 10/13, Osaka Prefecture
It’s the biggest showcase live event in Minami, Osaka, brought to you by FM802! Concerts will take place across live houses throughout the Minami area. Whether you’re here to see your favorite artists or to discover new music, the choice is yours!
| Schedule | Sat, Oct 11–Mon, Oct 13, 2025 |
| place | Osaka Prefecture, Osaka City: ANIMA / AtlantiQs / BEYOND / BIGCAT / BRONZE / CLAPPER / club JOULE / club vijon / CONPASS / DROP / FANJ twice / FootRock & BEERS / hills Pan Koujou (Hills Bread Factory) / JANUS / OSAKA MUSE / OSAKA RUIDO / soma / SUNHALL / VARON / Namba Hatch |
| Website | http://minamiwheel.jp |
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Osaka AcoloadOct 6 (Mon) – 7 (Tue), Osaka Prefecture
It’s a circuit event held at live bars around Higashi-Shinsaibashi. As the title suggests, it focuses on acoustic performances, and you can relax and enjoy a variety of artists’ sets while having food and drinks at the bar.
| Schedule | Mon–Tue, Oct 6–7, 2025 |
| place | Osaka Prefecture, Osaka City, Higashi-Umeda AZYTATE |
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