September Music Festivals [2026]: A roundup of fall festivals, outdoor rock fests, and other music events
I’ve put together a list of music events happening in September, including outdoor rock festivals, circuit-type festivals, and jazz street events.
Grateful for the chance to encounter amazing music again this year!
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September
Asahikawa Bluegrass FestivalHokkaido, Sat 9/12–Sun 9/13
The Asahikawa Bluegrass Festival is a bluegrass celebration held every September in Asahikawa, Hokkaido. The venue is the Shimada Music Hall in Etanbetsu, Asahikawa City—its exterior looks like a red-roofed cowshed, but inside it’s a beautiful concert hall. Because it’s held indoors, performances can proceed smoothly even in rainy years, offering peace of mind. In 2026, the festival will take place over two days, September 12 and 13, marking the 10th edition following the 9th held the previous year.
[Jiyuujin-sha Tokidoki] 2025 Asahikawa Bluegrass Festival
| Schedule | Sat–Sun, Sep 12–13, 2026 |
| place | Shimada Music Hall, 83 Kyowa, Etanbetsu, Asahikawa, Hokkaido |
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TOMAKOMAI MIRAI FESTHokkaido, Sat 9/12–Sun 9/13
| Schedule | Sat–Sun, Sep 12–13, 2026 |
| place | Kirakira Performance, Tomakomai City, Hokkaido |
| Website | https://miraifest-tomakomai.jp/ |
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Jozenji Street Jazz FestivalSat 9/12–Sun 9/13, Miyagi Prefecture
| Schedule | Sat–Sun, Sep 12–13, 2026 |
| place | Various locations in Sendai City, Miyagi Prefecture |
| Website | https://www.j-streetjazz.com |
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Kamuro Outdoor Music FestivalSaturday, 9/12, Yamagata Prefecture
| Schedule | Saturday, September 12, 2026 |
| place | Green Valley Kamuro, Mogami District, Yamagata Prefecture |
| Website | https://www.kamurocampsite.com/ |
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ROCK IN JAPAN FESTIVALSat 9/12–Sun 9/13, Chiba Prefecture
| Schedule | Sat–Sun, Sep 12–13, 2026 |
| place | Soga Sports Park, Chiba City, Chiba Prefecture |
| Website | http://rijfes.jp |
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OborokkSat 9/12 – Sun 9/13, Fukui Prefecture
| Schedule | Sat–Sun, Sep 12–13, 2026 |
| place | Fukui Prefecture Tsuruga City Civic Cultural Center / Kirameki Minato Hall / Kanegasaki Green Park |
| Website | https://oborock.com/ |
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ONE & ONLY FESTIVALSat 9/12–Sun 9/13, Osaka Prefecture
| Schedule | Sat–Sun, Sep 12–13, 2026 |
| place | Osaka Prefecture, Osaka City, Osaka Red Brick Warehouse GLION MUSEUM |
| Website | https://unmaskalive.jp/ |
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