Where to Go in Sapporo This Weekend! Top 3 Event Picks [Feb 21-23, 2026]|Domingo

Where to Go in Sapporo This Weekend! Top 3 Event Picks [Feb 21-23, 2026]

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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.

EVENT 1 A Must-See for Fans! "THE GUNDAM BASE POP-UP WORLD TOUR in SAPPORO" Featuring a Giant Gundam

THE GUNDAM BASE POP-UP WORLD TOUR

©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.

THE GUNDAM BASE POP-UP WORLD TOUR

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.

THE GUNDAM BASE POP-UP WORLD TOUR

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"

EVENT 2 Everything Cats, from Goods to Food: "Cat Festival 2026"

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.

Cat Festival 2026

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"

EVENT 3 A Grand Winter Forest Adventure for Families: "Takino Forest Fest ~2026 Winter~"

Takino Forest Fest

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.

Takino Forest Fest

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.

Takino Forest Fest Takino Forest Fest

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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