Latest Events in Sapporo(May Updated)

On the evening of August 2, 2025, a vibrant fireworks feast is about to unfold at the Sapporo Bankei Ski Resort in Chuo-ku, Sapporo, Hokkaido. From 19:45 to 20:30, the 16th Bankei Summer Festival Large Fireworks Festival will bring visitors a fantastic experience. This conference is not only a visual feast, but also an auditory enjoyment. Visitors can feel the shock of fireworks blooming overhead up close, and experience the thunderous roar and brilliant light. At the same time, the conference also incorporates musical elements, allowing fireworks and musical notes to interweave in the night sky, creating an audio-visual feast. On the day of the event, there will be a variety of food stalls and kitchen carts in the venue, and visitors can enjoy the gorgeous fireworks show while tasting local specialties.

Yosakoi Soran Festival is a folk dance festival held in Sapporo, Hokkaido. The festival brings together 1,000 strong teams of performers dressed in brightly coloured costumes and exaggerated make-up, who perform along the streets of Odori Park during the day and move to the park's main stage at night for further performances. The dance combines traditional elements such as naruko clapping and original "fishermen's harvest dance" folk songs, but with a modern twist and a more rhythmic feel that draws crowds to the show.

The 2025 Sapporo China Festival Executive Committee will hold the two-day "2025 Sapporo China Festival" at Akapla, Kita 3-jo Square, Sapporo City, on August 23 (Saturday) and 24 (Sunday), 2025. The event aims to deepen mutual understanding and exchanges between Japan and China through Chinese food, culture, music, etc. The number of participants has increased year by year, and this year is the fourth time. It has become a platform for various cultural exchanges through "culture", "economic and trade tourism", "youth exchange", "food and souvenirs", etc., and is committed to becoming a cornerstone for promoting regional economic and cultural exchanges.

The "Sapporo Autumn Harvest Festival" held in Sapporo Odori Park is held for the 12th time this year. This event is held with the theme of "Gourmet Food in Sapporo, Hokkaido" and in cooperation with cities, towns, and private businesses in Hokkaido. By gathering seasonal ingredients and local delicacies from all over Hokkaido, it plays the role of a direct sales store for "gourmet" specialties from various regions in Hokkaido, and is held to contribute to the revitalization of the entire Hokkaido.

The Sapporo Lilac Festival began in 1959 at the initiative of a cultural figure. In 1960, lilacs were chosen as the city tree of Sapporo and became a familiar symbol to citizens. Today, this festival has become a representative spring event in early summer in Sapporo. Odori Park, Sapporo, Hokkaido Venue: Odori Nishi 5-chome ~ Nishi 7-chome (to be determined) Kawashita Park Venue: 2651-3, Kawashita, Shiroishi-ku Kawashita Park At the Odori venue, about 400 lilacs are in bloom, and events such as a music festival, a wine garden, and a stamp rally are held. The Kawashita venue has a variety of events such as lilac tours and concerts. For the citizens of Sapporo, this festival marks the end of the long winter and the beginning of the outdoor activity season.

The "Sapporo Art Stage" that adds color to the autumn of creative city Sapporo has finally opened. Since 2005, the Art Stage has provided an "entrance to art" and has allowed many citizens to participate in various art fields such as music, art, and drama. This year marks its 20th anniversary. This year, the "Sapporo Art Stage" will be held in both the underground pedestrian space (Chi-Ka- Ho) in front of the station and the Sapporo Culture and Art Exchange Center (SCARTS). In terms of music, there is the "Sapporo Music Exhibition" where you can learn about the latest developments of artists active mainly in Sapporo, and the "Sapporo School Music Festival" where students from elementary, middle, and high schools participate. Junior high school students in Sapporo will perform, and in the art category, there are "College Student Art Contest", "Borderless Art", and "Think School Project", where you can directly witness the artistic creation process of high school students, "SCHOOL" "ART LIVE", and "Kids Art Fest", a workshop for children, and the drama department will also hold various art events such as "Art Festival". "TGR Sapporo Theater Festival" and "Hokkaido Junior High School Drama Performance Competition" with participation of many theater groups. In addition, in addition to previous events, a dance section will be added so that you can enjoy fresh performances of "Kids Dance Revolution". In addition, as a special 20th anniversary project, we will also hold "Commemorative Workshop & Exhibition" and "MUJI Sapporo Parco KIDS ART FES" to expand the art circle. Building on the achievements of the past 20 years, our goal is to create even fresher art. Please look forward to the moving emotions and wonderful encounters that can only be found on the art stage.

"Sapporo Factory" is a commercial facility that integrates restaurants, cinemas, hotels, etc. For about two months starting from November, a giant Christmas tree made of Sakhalin fir appears in the high-ceiling atrium. It was transported from Hiroo Town in Tokachi and has become a winter landscape in Sapporo. The Christmas tree lights up from 4 pm to 10 pm, and the colorful decorations and lights are dazzling. Every hour, there will be a 5-minute music and light show. People enjoy food in the restaurant while watching the Christmas tree. The tall Santa Claus climbs the chimney of the former Sapporo Kaitakushi Beer Brewery located in the commercial facility. This interesting scene is also not to be missed.

The Sapporo White Illumination is Japan's first illumination event, which began in 1981 (Showa 56), adding color to Sapporo in winter. At the Odori venue, symbolic objects of various sizes will sparkle like light art. At the Ekimaedori venue, the Minami-ichi-dori venue, and the Sapporo Kitasanjo Square (Akapla) venue, standing trees are decorated with light bulbs, lighting up the city. A sound and light show will be held at the Sapporo Station South Exit Square venue.

Month-long German-style Christmas market November 22 - December 25, 2024 Sapporo has been hosting Christmas light displays since 2002, when it marked the 30th anniversary of the sister city relationship between Sapporo and Munich, Germany. Stalls selling Christmas goods, mulled wine, and German food are set up in Odori Park for about a month. There are also commemorative mugs for sale with designs that change every year. There are also outdoor concerts, indoor workshops, and if you're lucky, you might even receive a present from Santa Claus! There are tents with seating near the food stalls, so you don't have to worry about snow. From late November, the Sapporo White Lights will also begin in Odori Park, adding to the Christmas spirit.

"Yukitoro" is a fantastic light event that adds color to the winter season. With the snow valley and Jozankei Shrine as the backdrop, "Yukitoro" creates a fantastic space that can only be enjoyed in a calm atmosphere. Walking through the snow candle area, you will find a mysterious forest called "Prayer Forest" where light and images blend with nature. Experience the worldview of Jozankei Natural Illumination, whose theme is illumination created with nature, even in winter.

This premium event is held exclusively for guests from the Jozankei area, with the walking trails of the hot spring town as the backdrop, and lighting and projection mapping will create a unique glow created in conjunction with nature. Made by up-and-coming creative collective NAKED. The hot spring water of Jozankei is a gift from the earth nurtured by dense forests. The story begins, taking you to the mysterious forest where Kappa lives. Kappa is the guardian of forests and water that has been loved by people since ancient times. In addition to staying at the hotel, you can also enjoy the fragrance of trees, the sound of the river, and the chirping of insects while taking a night walk with the kappa.