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Where to Go in Sapporo? Top 3 Weekend Events for October 18-19, 2025

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Wondering where to go this weekend? We introduce three recommended events for Saturday, October 18th, and Sunday, October 19th, including an autumn festival where you can enjoy autumn foliage and gourmet food, an exhibition for a popular manga movie, and a must-see event for game lovers.

EVENT 1 Enjoy Autumn Foliage from the Gondola and Delicious Food at the "Jozankei Kogen Sapporo Kokusai Ski Resort Autumn Festival ~Autumn Foliage Gondola and Autumn Flavor Festival~"

Jozankei Kogen Sapporo Kokusai Ski Resort Autumn Festival

An autumn festival to savor autumn foliage and gourmet food is being held at Sapporo Kokusai Ski Resort, about a 60-minute drive from central Sapporo. From the 8-seater gondola, you can enjoy a scenic aerial walk unique to autumn, with breathtaking views of the colorful autumn leaves below, Ishikari Bay, and Otaru Port.

Jozankei Kogen Sapporo Kokusai Ski Resort Autumn Festival

During the festival, food stalls will offer specialties like dynamic grilled pork and grilled ayu (sweetfish) over an open hearth, as well as an all-you-can-stuff potato event. On Saturdays, Sundays, and public holidays, kitchen cars selling takoyaki, pizza, ramen, and sweets will make an appearance. Street performers will also be there to liven up the venue. There's also a dog run, making it a perfect autumn outing for the whole family, including your furry friends.

■Dates: October 1 (Wed) - 19 (Sun), 2025
Autumn Foliage Gondola: 9:30 AM - 3:30 PM (Last ride up at 3:00 PM)
*Food stalls, kitchen cars, and street performances are on Saturdays, Sundays, and public holidays only.
■Admission: Free
Autumn Foliage Gondola (round trip): Junior high school students and older: 1,500 yen / Seniors (65+): 1,300 yen / Elementary school students: 800 yen / Preschoolers: Free
■Venue: Sapporo Kokusai Ski Resort (937 Jozankei, Minami-ku, Sapporo)
Click here for details on the "Jozankei Kogen Sapporo Kokusai Ski Resort Autumn Festival ~Autumn Foliage Gondola and Autumn Flavor Festival~"

EVENT 2 An Exhibition Based on the Popular Manga Movie: "'Haikyu!! The Movie: The Dumpster Battle' Exhibition"

Haikyu!! The Movie: The Dumpster Battle Exhibition

An exhibition is being held based on the movie "Haikyu!! The Movie: The Dumpster Battle," which depicts the third-round match of the Spring High National Tournament between Karasuno High and Nekoma High from the hugely popular manga "Haikyu!!". This is a must-see for fans, featuring original drawings of famous scenes, reference materials, videos, and photo spots, allowing you to experience the excitement and emotion of the work firsthand. Additionally, exclusive original merchandise will be sold at the venue.

■Dates: October 15 (Wed) - November 3 (Mon, Public Holiday), 2025, 10:00 AM - 8:00 PM (Last entry at 7:00 PM)
*Closes at 5:00 PM on the final day (Last entry at 4:00 PM)
■Admission: General/University students: 1,800 yen / High school students: 900 yen / Junior high school students: 700 yen / Elementary school students: 500 yen / Ticket with merchandise: 3,900 yen
*Ticket reservation required.
■Venue: Daimaru Sapporo, 7th Floor Hall (Kita 5-jo Nishi 4-chome 7, Chuo-ku, Sapporo)
Click here for details on the "'Haikyu!! The Movie: The Dumpster Battle' Exhibition"

EVENT 3 A Must-See for Gamers! Mini e-Sports Tournaments and More at "Sapporo Game Camp 2025"

Sapporo Game Camp 2025

This is one of Hokkaido's largest game development events, bringing together game development companies from Sapporo. A variety of programs are planned, including programming and CG workshops, mini e-sports tournaments, and talk sessions. The main feature, the "Game Jam," offers a rare opportunity to team up with professional developers and try your hand at creating a game from scratch.

Sapporo Game Camp 2025

There will also be workshops where you can learn programming while making games, and CG workshops where even beginners can have fun creating 3D characters. Talk sessions that don't require pre-registration will also be held, making this an unmissable event for game lovers and those who want to learn about gaming, as it's exciting just to watch.

■Dates: October 17 (Fri) - 19 (Sun), 2025
*Registration for hands-on programs has closed.
■Admission: Free
■Venue: Sapporo Factory 2-jo Kan, 1F Special Event Area (Kita 2-jo Higashi 5-chome 1, Chuo-ku, Sapporo)
Click here for details on "Sapporo Game Camp 2025"

※All information is current as of the article's publication in October 2025.
※All information is subject to change. Please check official websites for the latest details.

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