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Wondering what to do this weekend? We've got you covered! From art events perfect for the autumn season to romantic illuminations and an escape game collaboration with a hit anime, here are three recommended events for Saturday, November 8, and Sunday, November 9.
1
Sapporo Garden Park Illumination: A Romantic Escape While Shopping or Sightseeing
*Photo from a previous year's event.
This illumination event lights up Sapporo Garden Park, home to Ario Sapporo and the Sapporo Beer Garden. A towering 19-meter-tall fir tree in front of the Sapporo Beer Museum is adorned with approximately 10,000 gold-colored lights, creating a magical scene against the backdrop of the historic Meiji-era brick building.
*Photo from a previous year's event.
The surrounding area features a glowing hop arch and a variety of colorful illuminations, making it a perfect photo spot for the winter. Why not enjoy this romantic world of lights during a break from shopping or visiting the museum?
■Dates: Saturday, November 1, 2025 – Tuesday, March 31, 2026
Lighting Hours: 4:00 PM – 10:00 PM *Lights on at 5:00 PM only on Saturday, November 1
■Location: Various locations within Sapporo Garden Park (Kita 7-jo, Higashi 9-chome 2-10, Higashi-ku, Sapporo)
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2
Sapporo Art Stage: The Entire City Becomes a Canvas for Art
Sapporo Art Stage is a cross-genre festival that paints the city with art, featuring music, visual arts, theater, dance, and more. For about a month, a diverse range of programs will unfold at various locations throughout Sapporo, centered around the Sapporo Ekimae-dori Underground Walkway (Chi-Ka-Ho) and the Sapporo Cultural Arts Community Center (SCARTS).
The entire city will be enveloped in art, with events like the "Art Street," where artworks line the Sapporo Ekimae-dori Underground Walkway and the Sapporo Community Plaza, as well as workshops, the "SAPPORO MUSIC SHOWCASE" featuring live performances by local musicians, and the "Sapporo Theater Go Round (TGR)," where over 20 groups will perform at theaters across the city.
■Dates: Saturday, November 1 – Sunday, November 30, 2025
*Please check the official website for details on each program.
■Location: Sapporo Community Plaza, Sapporo Ekimae-dori Underground Walkway (Chi-Ka-Ho) Kita 3-jo Crossing Plaza, various theaters in Sapporo, and other locations.
Click here for more details on "Sapporo Art Stage"
3
Real Escape Game x Detective Conan: "Escape from the Afterimage Signal"
A real escape game in collaboration with the wildly popular manga and anime series "Detective Conan" is being held at Sapporo Factory. The game features an original story that serves as a sequel to the latest movie, "Detective Conan: The Single-Eyed Flashback," where you'll work with Conan and his friends to solve the case. This event lets you immerse yourself in the world of Detective Conan and is recommended not only for fans but also for puzzle lovers.
■Dates & Times: 2025
November 8 (Sat), 9 (Sun) 10:30 AM / 2:00 PM / 5:00 PM
November 13 (Thu) 5:00 PM
November 14 (Fri) 2:00 PM / 5:00 PM
November 15 (Sat), 16 (Sun) 10:30 AM / 2:00 PM / 5:00 PM
■Admission: Advance Tickets: General ¥3,600 / Group Ticket ¥19,800
Same-Day Tickets: General ¥3,900 / Group Ticket ¥21,600 / U22 Member ¥1,950 / U22 Member Group Ticket ¥10,800
■Location: Sapporo Factory 3-jo Kan 3F Special Venue (Kita 2-jo, Higashi 4-chome, Chuo-ku, Sapporo)
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*All information is current as of the article's publication in November 2025.
*All information is subject to change. Please check the official websites for the latest details.
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