1 Hokkaido Jingu Reisai (Sapporo Festival) (Sapporo City): A classic Sapporo summer festival to enjoy food stalls and traditional events.

The Hokkaido Jingu Reisai (Sapporo Festival), a traditional event that marks the beginning of summer in Sapporo, will be held again this year at Hokkaido Jingu Shrine and Nakajima Park. With a history of over 100 years, this festival draws large crowds to both locations. The highlight is the Mikoshi Togyo (portable shrine procession) on the 16th. The sight of citizens dressed in gorgeous costumes reminiscent of the Heian period, parading through Sapporo with portable shrines and floats, is truly spectacular. Nakajima Park will be lined with numerous stalls selling popular festival food, offering carnival games, and even featuring a haunted house.

2 Takino Fireworks 2026 (Sapporo City): Music and fireworks synchronized in the great outdoors.

Held at Takino Suzuran Hillside National Government Park in Sapporo's Minami Ward, Takino Fireworks 2026 is a popular event where you can enjoy fireworks, music, food, and outdoor activities all at once. The main attraction is the powerful fireworks show synchronized with music. During the day, there are plenty of family-friendly activities, including a kids' DJ, firework-making workshops, a dance contest, and fair stalls. Additionally, the concurrently held 'Hokkaido Meat Festival' and a BBQ area will be available, allowing you to enjoy delicious food while watching the fireworks.

3 TOYAKO Manga Anime Festa 2026 (Toyako Town): A manga and anime celebration set in a hot spring town.

TOYAKO Manga Anime Festa 2026 is one of Hokkaido's largest manga and anime events, held throughout the entire Toyako Onsen town. The hot spring town bustles with cosplayers from all over Japan, creating an atmosphere that feels like stepping into the world of anime. The event is packed with participatory activities like *itasha* (decorated cars) displays and fan-made merchandise sales, making it a great place for fans to interact.

4 SANGO FES 2026 (Otaru City): A new festival to experience the Hokkaido lifestyle firsthand.

SANGO FES 2026 is a brand-new festival held at Sango, a resort complex in the Haruka-cho area of Otaru, and the adjacent Snow Cruise Onze ski resort. Restaurants, shops, and creators from all over Hokkaido will gather at both venues, offering a wide variety of content including food, markets, music, and workshops. Furthermore, a fireworks display and a portable shrine procession are also planned, making this a noteworthy new event where you can experience the 'Hokkaido lifestyle' amidst the nature of Haruka, surrounded by mountains and the sea.

5 The 10th Ebetsu Fireworks (Ebetsu City): A spectacular display of large fireworks lighting up the Ebetsu night sky.

This is the signature summer fireworks festival of Ebetsu. To commemorate its 10th anniversary this year, the event is powered up under the theme of a 'Grand Fireworks Festival.' In addition to a competitive fireworks display by Japanese pyrotechnicians and a show synchronized with music, the main highlight, the '360-degree Rapid-Fire Crane Fireworks,' will brilliantly color the night sky. The venue will feature over 25 food vendors, including kitchen cars and food stalls, and an expanded kids' area ensures that children can have a great time too.

6 Lake Shikotsu Chip Festival ~ The 76th Lake Shikotsu Water Festival ~ (Chitose City): Savoring the stunning views and gourmet food of early summer at Lake Shikotsu.

This is a regular event where you can enjoy the lakeside in early summer at the beautifully verdant Lake Shikotsu. The annually popular 'Salt-Grilled Lake Shikotsu Chip (Kokanee Salmon)' is a seasonal delicacy available right after the fishing season opens in June. At the venue, you can enjoy stage events like Ainu ancient ceremonial dance performances and acoustic live music, as well as test drives of electric vehicles and personal mobility devices, and nature craft experiences.

7 Oshamanbe Horsehair Crab Festival (Oshamanbe Town): A gathering of Oshamanbe's famous gourmet foods, led by horsehair crab.

The Oshamanbe Horsehair Crab Festival is a signature event of Oshamanbe Town, a popular festival where you can fully enjoy seafood, especially horsehair crab. The venue bustles with many visitors for its famous 'All-Japan Horsehair Crab Fast-Eating Competition.' Additionally, a 'Kanimeshi Summit' will be held, where you can taste various 'kanimeshi bento' (crab rice lunch boxes) sold in the town at a discount. The ever-popular sale of horsehair crabs at a special price will also take place, offering a perfect opportunity to compare and taste the flavors Oshamanbe is proud of.

8 Mori Jam 2026 (Shimokawa Town): A fusion of nature, food, and art to enjoy in the forest.

Mori Jam 2026, held in the lush forests of Shimokawa Town, is a hands-on event for enjoying the blessings of nature. The venue will feature a 'Forest Market' with over 30 stalls offering food, goods, and workshops. You can also enjoy programs unique to Shimokawa, such as test rides on forestry machinery and forest art exhibitions. In the evening, a 'Twilight Music Bar' will be held where you can relax with a bonfire, music, and drinks. A tent site is also available, so you can enjoy a special, relaxing time in the forest.

9 Natsu Toro (Sapporo City): A new light-up event at Jozankei Onsen, enveloped in the glow of Japanese lanterns.

'Natsu Toro' is a new light-up event held at Jozankei Onsen. From early summer in June to the autumn foliage season in October, various spots in the hot spring town will be enveloped in the gentle light of paper lanterns and lamps, allowing for a magical evening stroll. At Jozankei Shrine, projection mapping and mist effects will be implemented, allowing you to feel the story of Jozankei and the charm of a summer night while leisurely walking through the hot spring town.

10 Green Belt Festival (Chitose City): A popular event where you can ride in an aerial work platform or mini-excavator.

This is a hands-on event held at the Green Belt in central Chitose, where the whole family can have fun all day. The ever-popular Sky Master (aerial work platform) ride and mini-excavator ride experiences offer a special view and activity you can't usually try. The venue is lined with over 30 kitchen cars and food stalls, making a gourmet tour one of the attractions. There are also plenty of stage performances and activities for children.