List of Rock Festivals in the Kanto Region [2026]
We’ve compiled a list of music festivals held in the Kanto region.
Here, we’ll introduce rock festivals with a particular focus on rock bands.
One of the appeals of Kanto festivals is that many are urban events with easy access.
A host of popular festivals are lined up back-to-back.
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Ibaraki Prefecture
LuckyFesSat 8/8–Tue 8/11, Ibaraki Prefecture
As a new festival organized by Ibaraki Broadcasting, the LuckyFM Green Festival has been held since 2022. Following the relocation of the ROCK IN JAPAN FESTIVAL, the event has adopted the motto “Don’t let the flame of Ibaraki’s festival culture go out,” and has been reimagined with a new concept as a celebration of music, food, and art at its venue, Hitachi Seaside Park. Featuring local ingredients and a wide range of art and music genres, it’s also recommended as a family-friendly event. It’s sure to become one of your favorite summer memories!
| Schedule | Sat, Aug 8, 2026 – Tue, Aug 11, 2026 |
| place | Hitachinaka City, Ibaraki Prefecture, Hitachi Seaside Park (National Government Park) |
| Website | https://luckyfes.com/ |
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Tochigi Prefecture
BERRYTEN LIVESep 5 (Sat)–6 (Sun), Tochigi Prefecture
A rock festival hosted by FM Berry, a radio station in Tochigi. Ten stellar artists will perform at Inokashira Park.
| Schedule | Sat–Sun, Sep 5–6, 2026 |
| place | Igashira Park Sports Plaza, Moka City, Tochigi Prefecture |
| Website | https://www.berry.co.jp/berryten/ |
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Gunma Prefecture
SHIBUKAWA ROCK CIRCUITWed, Feb 11 – Gunma Prefecture
| Schedule | Wednesday, February 11, 2026 |
| place | Shibukawa City Civic Hall, Shibukawa City, Gunma Prefecture |
| Website | https://shibukawa-civichall.com/independent.html |
TAKASAKI CITY ROCK FES.Fri 6/26 – Sat 6/27, Gunma Prefecture
| Schedule | Fri–Sat, June 26–27, 2026 |
| place | Gunma Prefecture, Takasaki City, Takasaki Arts Theater / G Messe Gunma / Takasaki Arena / Around Takasaki Station |
| Website | https://takasakicity-rockfes.com/ |
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Past events
Dera Rock Festival: Tokyo EditionSun, Jan 18, Tokyo Metropolis
| Schedule | Sunday, January 18, 2026 |
| place | Tokyo Metropolis Setagaya City ERA / SHELTER / Flowers Loft / Chikamatsu / WAVER / MOSAiC |
| Website | https://derarockfes.radcreation.jp/ |
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Tama Music FestivalSat, Jan 17 — Kanagawa Prefecture
The cozy, community-driven music festival created by Tama Ward residents began in 2011. It’s held to provide a stage for artists active around Tama Ward and to boost local vitality and交流 through music. Participating artists cover a wide range of genres—jazz, brass band, dance, rock, pop—offering programs that people of all ages can enjoy. It’s a wonderful environment where local children can grow up familiar with music and have the chance to perform on stage. We hope you’ll join with your family!
| Schedule | Saturday, January 17, 2026 |
| place | Kawasaki City Tama Civic Hall, Kanagawa Prefecture |
| Website | https://www.ongakunomachi.jp/event/33835/ |
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THICK FESTIVALSun, Jan 4 — Kanagawa Prefecture
A festival hosted by the three-piece melodic punk band SECRET 7 LINE will be held. In 2016, there was a great sorrow for them and for us fans, but seeing them overcome it and continue to perform is truly moving. Live-show kids, be sure to check it out.
| Schedule | Sunday, January 4, 2026 |
| place | Club Citta, Kawasaki City, Kanagawa Prefecture |
| Website | http://www.thickfestival.com/ |
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