[Non-food] Cultural festival attractions: from classroom exhibits to stage events
Are you struggling to decide what to do for your school festival booth—other than food? Let’s energize the venue with unique ideas that are a bit different from the usual food stalls! From hands-on attractions like those at amusement parks, to photo spots, to performances your whole class can take on together, this article is packed with ideas that will win over your visitors.
We’ll also share helpful tips from preparation through day-of operations, so use this as a guide to create a booth that’s uniquely yours.
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Creative dance
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Memories made by brainstorming together! Here are some ideas for creative dance.
These days, there are many stages where people perform cover dances by Japanese idols and overseas artists, but how about trying a creative dance with choreography and feelings you came up with yourselves? It might be good to aim for choreography that surprises the audience or makes them want to cheer.
If you include moves that match the lyrics or catchy choreography, some people in the audience might even feel like copying the dance themselves.
manzai (a traditional Japanese stand-up comedy duo performance)
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An experience you can only have now! Here are some ideas for a manzai routine.
How about performing manzai with friends you get along with or buddies who share your sense of humor? From the time you practice your material together to the day of the performance, it’s bound to be unforgettable.
If you include trending bits from social media and the news, or relatable “school life” jokes from your own campus, you might capture the audience’s interest.
And don’t forget a sound check—microphones and audio are essential for a manzai performance.
Make sure to adjust the equipment so your voices are easy to hear.
Reading stage

Feel the raw power with your ears! Here are some ideas for a live reading stage.
If you’re in the drama club or have always dreamed of acting, you might be interested in staged readings.
They’re also great for those aspiring to be voice actors in anime or games.
Put emotion into your voice and deliver it to the audience.
Well-timed back-and-forth and heartfelt lines will resonate with them.
Not only your voice—your facial expressions can change the atmosphere too, so be sure to give it a try.
high school student band

Take this opportunity to form a band! Here are some ideas for high school bands.
Many of you may already be in a band or play an instrument, but forming a band to perform on stage is also highly recommended.
How about delivering the best music with members you can only play with right now? Even if it’s a special one-day band, the time and passion you’ve put into practice will surely reach the audience.
Perform covers of your favorite bands or showcase your own songs and make some great memories!
Chorus of Souls

Stirring and moving! Here are some ideas for a soul-stirring choral performance.
When it comes to choir, there are various types like mixed chorus, male chorus, and female chorus.
The appeal will differ depending on the songs you want to sing and the makeup of your members.
Why not take this once-a-year opportunity at the school festival to move the audience with perfectly synchronized voices? In the video, two students sing the main parts while the rest perform in a chorus-like structure.
Try incorporating this while exploring a configuration that suits your group.
musical

Among theatrical arts, musicals are a particularly dazzling genre, and many masterpieces have been passed down through the years.
How about taking on the challenge of this crowning jewel of theater—musicals—and moving your audience to tears? Not only your acting skills to convey the story but also your singing ability will be put to the test, which makes it all the more engaging for the performer.
It’s also worth noting how creators can showcase their individuality, whether through performances that highlight acting prowess or through productions that focus on surrounding direction and staging.
Instrumental ensemble

If your class wants to put on a presentation together, how about trying an instrumental ensemble? Some of you may have done it before, but for those who haven’t, this is a great opportunity—pick a slightly challenging piece you like and give it a try.
Of course, the practice will be tough, but the feeling when the music comes together in harmony is truly wonderful, and working together on a single piece will become a great shared memory.
Since it won’t succeed without teamwork, I think it will also be a good chance to communicate and bond with one another.



