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List of Rock Festivals in May [2026]

As the seasons shift from spring to early summer, many of you may feel the urge to soak up music outdoors with your whole body.

Enjoying the sound of a live band echoing under a blue sky in such pleasant weather can be a special experience that makes you forget the hustle and bustle of daily life.

In this article, we’ll introduce a roundup of rock festivals taking place in May.

Each event differs in atmosphere, location, and accessibility, so find your favorite and use this guide to plan a thrilling musical experience!

May

Forest, Path, MarketMay 22 (Fri) – 24 (Sun), Aichi Prefecture

ScheduleFri, May 22–Sun, May 24, 2026
placeAichi Prefecture, Gamagori City, Otsuka Seaside Green Park Lagunabeach / Lagunasia
Appearance[5/22] Yasuyuki Okamura / Ginger Root (Solo Set) / Daoko / D.A.N. / Peanuts-kun / Hidetoku Mukai Acoustic & Electric / and more / [5/23] adieu / Kaela Kimura / KIRINJI / kurayamisaka / SAMO / Shhhhh / SEEDA / Shinsei Kamattechan / SPECIAL OTHERS / Texas 3000 / Top Secret Man / NISENNENMONDAI / yonige / Rete / and more / [AVYSS BODY] iga / Elle / Kamui / Siero / discordsquad2k / 5 Star Cowboy / Yog* / Worldwide Skippa / [5/24] OddRe: / Omoide Yaro A Team / Galileo Galilei / Tatsuya Kitani / Kimyo Reitaro BAND / Moka Sato (Trio set) / Satoko Shibata (BAND SET) / Shappo / Yuka Nagase / Shuta Hasunuma Philharmonic / Hump Back / Peterparker69 / Hikashu / Bonbero / marucoporoporo / lilbesh ramko / and more
Websitehttp://mori-michi-ichiba.info
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Fussa Kanizaka Rock FestivalMay 23 (Sat)–24 (Sun), Tokyo

An admission-free outdoor festival in Kanizaka Park, Fussa, Tokyo, that has continued since the 1970s, championing freedom and a DIY spirit. In the open space along the Tama River, a diverse lineup of performers gathers—from local bands to various acts—alongside a handmade-feel array of distinctive food vendors and general-goods stalls. Within the venue, a unique local currency called “Kani Tickets” is used, bringing the community and music together. In response to recent extreme heat, the 2026 edition will move from its traditional August schedule to a May event.

ScheduleSaturday–Sunday, May 23–24, 2026
placeKanisaka Park, 1185-15 Fussa, Fussa City, Tokyo
Appearance
[5/23] [MAIN STAGE] straights / LED / Shorty & BrotherStone / SHIGAISEN / UMURA / LAYD☆BACK☆YARD / Canary Time Bomb / TV HEAD / Lord Kinks [DJ & Unplugged] Noriharu Saeki / Hio / siva-T / Lohra Wydna / DAICHI / Hirokick / Kaname [5/24] [MAIN STAGE] Sora & Friends / cocoon / exs / Akio Ishii / CRAWLER / Koichi Kitazawa’s / Bonno Atama RS / Ben’s Pop Club / Shokonsha Chimei / Iwanorizu / SMOKER’S [DJ & Unplugged] Ryusuke Sato / Atsushi K / Nao.OBA / DAICHI / siva-T / Sammo Hung Kimpo / Hirokick
Websitehttps://www.kanizaka.com/
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NikuonMay 23 (Sat)–24 (Sun), Tokyo

ScheduleSaturday–Sunday, May 23–24, 2026
placeKinshi Park, Sumida City, Tokyo
Websitehttps://nikuon.com/about/
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Shimokitazawa SOUND CRUISINGSaturday, May 23, Tokyo Metropolis

ScheduleSaturday, May 23, 2026
placeSetagaya City, Tokyo / Shimokitazawa Shangri-La / Shimokitazawa CLUB251 / Shimokitazawa 440 / Shimokitazawa BASEMENTBAR / Shimokitazawa THREE / Shimokitazawa SHELTER / Shimokitazawa LIVEHOLIC / Shimokitazawa Daisy Bar / SPREAD / Shimokitazawa MOSAiC / Flowers Loft / Chikamatsu / Shimokitazawa Chikamichi / mona records / Shimokitazawa ERA / Shimokita Railway Street Vacant Lot
AppearanceYukkyun / DENIMS / Television Continent Ondo / Adult family / DALLJUB STEP CLUB / Hammer Head Shark / Riot Club / Farewell Empire / and more
Websitehttp://soundcruising.jp
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GREENROOM FESTIVALSat 5/23–Sun 5/24, Kanagawa Prefecture

ScheduleSaturday–Sunday, May 23–24, 2026
placeKanagawa Prefecture, Yokohama City, Yokohama Red Brick Warehouse
Appearance[5/23] ELLA MAI / LEISURE / KREVA / Dragon Ash / Dai Hirai / KID FRESINO / Emma-Jean Thackray / Matteo Mancuso / go!go!vanillas / GADORO / PES / [5/24] Jon Batiste / Tokyo Ska Paradise Orchestra / AI / KIRINJI / ORANGE RANGE / Joe Armon-Jones / iri / Kroi / SPECIAL OTHERS / S.A.R / and more
Websitehttp://greenroom.jp
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FM802 MEET THE WORLD BEATSaturday, 5/23, Osaka Prefecture

ScheduleSaturday, May 23, 2026
placeExpo ’70 Commemorative Park Natural and Cultural Gardens, Momiji River Lawn Plaza, Suita City, Osaka Prefecture
Websitehttp://funky802.com/meet/
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Rainbow’s End CAMPMay 23 (Sat) – 24 (Sun), Kyoto Prefecture

http://www.rainbows-end.jp

ScheduleSaturday–Sunday, May 23–24, 2026
placeKyoto Prefecture Nantan City, Fumin no Mori Hiyoshi
AppearanceRickie-G / Takuma (10-FEET) / Youth of Roots / Kimyo Reitaro BAND / SLOW SHANK / CH∀IROY=N∀OKI (ROTTENGRAFFTY) × TAKU (Insist) / THE VISION (NOBUYA & MASAHIKO from ROTTENGRAFFTY) / Insist BAND / BANYAROZ / SUNSHINE DUB / Momoko Hayashi (Hump Back) / jizue / and more
Websitehttp://www.rainbows-end.jp/
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