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Where to Go This Weekend! Top 3 Recommended Events in Sapporo [March 28-29, 2026]
Looking for something to do this weekend? We've got you covered! From an event where you can casually experience outdoor culture, to a pop-up store filled with penguin merchandise, and an immersive exhibition that lets you dive into the world of a popular game, here are three must-see events for Saturday, March 28th and Sunday, March 29th.
- Music, Food, and Workshops! Experience Outdoor Culture at "NATURE BEAT JAM 2026"
- First Time in Hokkaido! "Sapporo Penguin Bazaar with AOAO SAPPORO," a Pop-Up Store for Penguin Goods
- Exhibits and Exclusive Merch! The World of a Hit Game Comes to Life at "Let's All Go! The Battle Cats Exhibition in Sapporo"
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Music, Food, and Workshops! Experience Outdoor Culture at "NATURE BEAT JAM 2026"
This event, held at Sapporo Factory in the heart of the city, allows you to enjoy outdoor culture with all five senses. It brings together a wide variety of content to experience Hokkaido's outdoor scene, including exhibitions and sales from popular outdoor brands, as well as PR booths from garage brands and campgrounds.
Workshops and warm food (from the previous event)
The event also features live music from special guests and talk sessions about Hokkaido's nature. Additionally, you can enjoy workshops to create original tote bags and small trays, a bonfire experience, and a full menu of delicious food perfect for the cold season, like hot pot dishes and hot drinks. The relaxed atmosphere is another one of this event's charms.
■ Dates & Times: Saturday, March 28, 2026, 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM / Sunday, March 29, 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
■ Admission: Free entry *Some activities and workshops may have a fee.
■ Venue: Sapporo Factory (Kita 2-jo Higashi 4-chome, Chuo-ku, Sapporo)
Click here for details and map for "NATURE BEAT JAM 2026"
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First Time in Hokkaido! "Sapporo Penguin Bazaar with AOAO SAPPORO," a Pop-Up Store for Penguin Goods
A pop-up store featuring penguin-themed goods from creators across Japan is coming to Sapporo's urban aquarium, AOAO SAPPORO. This event, which marks its first time in Hokkaido and its first-ever collaboration with an aquarium, will showcase a wide array of unique items from nationally active artists, including ceramics, stationery, accessories, and plush toys. The lineup of exhibitors will change between the first and second halves of the event, and with many exclusive items available only here, it's a must-visit for any penguin lover.
■ Dates: Thursday, March 19 - Wednesday, April 1, 2026
Part 1: March 19 (Thu) - March 25 (Wed) / Part 2: March 26 (Thu) - April 1 (Wed)
■ Admission: Free to attend *Separate admission ticket required to enter the aquarium.
Aquarium Admission Fee: High school students and older: 2,200 yen / Elementary and junior high school students: 1,100 yen / Ages 3 and up: 200 yen
■ Venue: AOAO SAPPORO 4F Entrance Hall (moyuk SAPPORO 4F-6F, Minami 2-jo Nishi 3-chome 20, Chuo-ku, Sapporo)
Click here for details and map for "Sapporo Penguin Bazaar with AOAO SAPPORO"
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Exhibits and Exclusive Merch! The World of a Hit Game Comes to Life at "Let's All Go! The Battle Cats Exhibition in Sapporo"
©PONOS Corp.
The traveling exhibition for the globally popular game "The Battle Cats," titled "Let's All Go! The Battle Cats Exhibition," is making its Sapporo debut. Featuring a giant, 3-meter-tall Nyanko Castle, the exhibition three-dimensionally recreates in-game stages like "Empire of Cats," "Into the Future," and "Cats of the Cosmos," allowing visitors to feel as if they've stepped right into the game's world.
Image of Nyanko Castle / ©PONOS Corp.
The exhibition is packed with materials that fans will love, including rough sketches from the game's early development and displays showcasing past collaborations. Photography is also permitted, so you can enjoy the feeling of "deploying" alongside the cats. Exclusive event merchandise and admission perks will also be available.
Image of exclusive event merchandise / ©PONOS Corp.
■ Dates & Times: Friday, March 6 - Sunday, March 29, 2026, 10:00 AM - 7:00 PM (Last entry at 6:30 PM)
■ Admission: Regular Ticket: General 1,000 yen / Elementary & Junior High School Students 500 yen
Ticket with Merchandise: General 4,300 yen / Elementary & Junior High School Students 3,800 yen
■ Venue: TKP Garden City PREMIUM Sapporo Odori 5F (Takakuwa Bldg., Minami 1-jo Nishi 1-8-2, Chuo-ku, Sapporo)
Click here for details and map for "Let's All Go! The Battle Cats Exhibition in Sapporo"
*All information is current as of the article's publication in March 2026.
*All information is subject to change. Please check the official websites for the latest details.
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