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Where to Go in Sapporo This Weekend! Top 3 Event Picks [Feb 21-23, 2026]
Wondering where to go this weekend? We've got you covered! From a limited-time shop where you can immerse yourself in the world of Gundam and its plastic models, to a must-see merchandise event for cat lovers, and a hands-on festival for families to enjoy together, here are three recommended events for the three-day weekend from Saturday, February 21 to Monday, February 23.
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A Must-See for Fans! "THE GUNDAM BASE POP-UP WORLD TOUR in SAPPORO" Featuring a Giant Gundam
©SOTSU・SUNRISE
"THE GUNDAM BASE POP-UP WORLD TOUR in SAPPORO" is a limited-time shop where you can fully enjoy the world of the Gundam series. The venue will be packed with a wide variety of Gundam-related items, including Gunpla (Gundam plastic models), merchandise, and snacks. Items exclusive to the world tour will also be available for pre-sale. During the event, customers who make a purchase will receive a Gundam card game "EX-BASE (THE GUNDAM BASE Collaboration 2025)," and those who spend over 10,000 yen will receive an original shopper bag.
MG 1/100 GUNDAM BASE LIMITED GUNDAM ASTRAY RED FRAME [RECIRCULATION COLOR/NEON PINK] 5,280 yen (tax incl.) / ©SOTSU・SUNRISE
The exhibition area will feature an overwhelmingly large-scale Gundam statue, the latest Gunpla, and other works on display. Additionally, there will be free Gunpla assembly workshops, making this a pop-up event that even first-timers can easily enjoy.
World Tour exclusive "Original Shopper Bag" (left) and Gundam card game "EX-BASE (THE GUNDAM BASE Collaboration 2025)" (right) / ©SOTSU・SUNRISE
■Dates: Thursday, February 19 - Sunday, March 8, 2026, 10:00 AM - 7:00 PM (Last entry at 6:30 PM)
*On the final day, March 8 (Sun), the event closes at 5:00 PM (Last entry at 4:30 PM)
■Fee: Free admission
*A digital numbered ticket system using the LINE app will be implemented to alleviate congestion. Please check the official website for details.
*Purchase benefits are available while supplies last.
■Venue: Daimaru Sapporo Store, 7th Floor Event Hall (Kita 5-jo Nishi 4-chome 7, Chuo-ku, Sapporo)
Click here for details and map for "THE GUNDAM BASE POP-UP WORLD TOUR in SAPPORO"
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Everything Cats, from Goods to Food: "Cat Festival 2026"
Held in celebration of "Cat Day" on February 22, "Cat Festival 2026" is a can't-miss event for cat lovers, featuring a wide array of cat-themed merchandise. You'll find a lineup of unique items, including cat-motif accessories, art, stationery, and baked goods.
During the event, there will be a visitor-participation photo exhibition called "Neko Wall" and a shelter cat adoption event by the NPO Tsukineko Hokkaido. Additionally, merchandise featuring the Cat Festival's original character, "Nyantral," will be on sale. On "Cat Day," February 22, a limited-edition sticker will be given to customers who purchase items, making it a truly purr-fect event for cat enthusiasts.
■Dates: Friday, February 13 - Monday, March 2, 2026, 10:00 AM - 7:00 PM
*On the final day, March 2 (Mon), the event closes at 6:00 PM
■Venue: Daimaru Fujii Central, 1st Floor Special Event Space next to the main entrance (Minami 1-jo Nishi 3-chome 2, Chuo-ku, Sapporo)
Click here for details and map for "Cat Festival 2026"
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A Grand Winter Forest Adventure for Families: "Takino Forest Fest ~2026 Winter~"
The "Takino Forest Fest" is a popular event at Takino Suzuran Hillside National Government Park's Takino Forest. Participants become members of the "Nomori Investigation Team" to investigate a mysterious creature called "Nomori" that is said to live in the Takino Forest, exploring the winter woods. The event is packed with fun activities for families, including a stamp rally-style attraction called the "Takinuts Challenge" and a research lab that serves as the investigation base.
There are also plenty of outdoor experiences, such as tackling snowy slopes and enjoying free snow play in the forest. With a drum circle where you can join in the performance and a corner where you can enjoy various games and activities with the staff, you can spend the whole day without getting bored.
Scenes from last year's event
■Date: Sunday, February 22, 2026, 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM (Last entry at 2:00 PM / Re-entry permitted during hours)
■Fee: Free participation
■Venue: Takino Suzuran Hillside National Government Park, Takino Forest Zone, East Area (Takino 247, Minami-ku, Sapporo)
Click here for details and map for "Takino Forest Fest ~2026 Winter~"
*All information is current as of the article's publication in February 2026.
*All information is subject to change. Please check the official websites for the latest details.

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