Latest Events in Nagoya(August Updated)

The Osu Summer Festival is a grand event held annually from late July to early August, taking place over a weekend at the Osu Kannon Temple and Osu Shopping Street. Besides the familiar cosplay parade, Osu taiko drum performances, and handheld fireworks, there are many other interesting activities this year. A Bon Odori festival will also be held, along with food stalls. August 1st, 18:00–21:00: Eve Festival and Bon Odori Festival August 2nd, 14:00–21:00: Osu Cosplay Parade and WCS, Awa Odori Parade, Live Artist Performances, Bon Odori Festival, etc. August 3rd (Sunday), 13:00–21:00: Bon Odori Parade, Live Artist Performances, Bon Odori Festival, etc.

The Domanaka Festival (abbreviated as Domanaka) is the largest group dance festival in the Chubu-Chubu region of Japan and one of Nagoya's most famous events. The festival, which began in 1999, welcomes various dance styles and invites teams from all over Japan and overseas to participate. The 28th Domanaka Festival will be held from August 28th (Friday) to 30th (Sunday), 2026, at 16 venues in Nagoya City, featuring approximately 200 teams showcasing dances reflecting the unique characteristics of each region. Each team performs with original music and vibrant costumes reflecting local culture, creating a "grand dance" that allows the audience to participate and unites the entire venue in a lively and exciting atmosphere.