1 Meet Hokkaido's Creators! Find Your Favorite Items at "Hokkaido Creators ~The Shape of Here and Now~"

Image courtesy of Daimaru Sapporo

This is a market where works by talented creators active in Hokkaido come together. You'll find 22 brands showcasing their unique sense, from refreshing hand-blown glassware and comfortable Lithuanian linen clothing to addictively collectible wood-carved bears. The space is filled with one-of-a-kind items, each packed with the maker's dedication down to the smallest detail, creating a wonderfully exciting atmosphere just by browsing.

(Left) gla_gla / (Right) Enkuma / Image courtesy of Daimaru Sapporo

(Left) polku "Rice Flour Lemon Cookie Sandwich" / (Right) Ten Coffee "Ten Blend Coffee Beans" / Image courtesy of Daimaru Sapporo

Don't miss the food booths offering delicious baked goods and home-roasted coffee, with different vendors each day. A total of 26 brands will be featured, including cute sweets like lemon-scented cookie sandwiches and haskap berry muffins, perfect for a short break while shopping. Additionally, there will be hands-on workshops you can easily join, such as making refreshing gel candles with pressed flowers, a mini pottery experience, and crafting a pochette from domestic wild grapevines.

Workshops will also be held / Image courtesy of Daimaru Sapporo

2 Odori Park Becomes a Floral Oasis! "Hana Festa 2026 Sapporo" Colors the City with Vibrant Flowers and Gourmet Food

This flower event, held from Odori Park 4-chome to 7-chome, beautifully adorns Sapporo in early summer. Each block of the venue is enveloped in a healing space of vibrant flowers and greenery. A highlight is the "Gardening Koshien" at the 4-chome and 5-chome venues, where agricultural high school students from across Hokkaido display their unique creations. The 6-chome and 7-chome venues feature rare flower seedlings, making it a spot that will energize you just by strolling through.

Furthermore, the venue will be lined with delicious food options to satisfy your hunger, including food trucks perfect for a picnic mood serving tacos and açaí bowls, as well as Genghis Khan (Mongolian barbecue), grilled seafood, parfaits, and pound cakes. Enjoying a wide variety of gourmet food surrounded by flowers is a must-do.

3 A Gathering of Popular Gyoza! Savor the Taste of Famous Restaurants at "Gyoza Fes 2026 in Hokkaido"

Image courtesy of UHB Hokkaido Cultural Broadcasting

The "Gyoza Fes 2026 in Hokkaido" brings together exquisite gyoza from carefully selected famous restaurants across Japan. The lineup is incredibly diverse, featuring everything from classic pan-fried gyoza bursting with juicy meat to crispy deep-fried gyoza and adorable round mochi gyoza. It's the perfect chance to compare flavors from all over the country, including the original gyoza with crispy "wings" and a luxurious gyoza filled with a whole scallop from Abashiri.

Held at Sapporo Kita 3-jo Plaza (Akapla) with a view of the Former Hokkaido Government Office Building

At the venue, drinks that perfectly complement the juicy gyoza will also be available. They pair exceptionally well with everything, from the spicy Sichuan pepper gyoza to gyoza served with a special miso sauce. Soft drinks will also be available for those who don't drink alcohol and for children.

4 All-You-Can-Eat Sweets and Special Tours! Shiroi Koibito Park's "Thank You Festival 2026"

This is an anniversary appreciation festival held at the popular confectionery theme park, "Shiroi Koibito Park." Special events that are a dream come true for sweets lovers will be held daily, such as an "All-You-Can-Eat Sweets" event where you can indulge in popular ISHIYA products, including Shiroi Koibito. There are plenty of activities for the whole family to enjoy, like a stamp rally where you can get sweets for exploring the park and completing it.

Enjoy all-you-can-eat popular ISHIYA sweets

"Okashi-maki" (candy scattering) available on a first-come, first-served basis

Many fun activities will also be held in the outdoor courtyard and garden areas. Planned events include "okashi-maki" (candy scattering) for a limited number of participants, a Cheki (instant photo) project where you can take a commemorative photo holding a panel of your favorite ISHIYA product, and guided tours by garden designers and gardeners.

Various garden tours will also be held

5 Live Jazz and DJs! Enjoy a Special Time with a Draft Beer at "SAPPORO BEER HOLIDAY 2026"

A special event for beer lovers will be held at the Sapporo Garden Park Chimney Plaza, adjacent to Ario Sapporo in Higashi-ku, Sapporo. You can enjoy a luxurious tasting comparison of a total of nine types of draft beer, including Sapporo Beer's classic Classic and Black Label, as well as event-exclusive draft beers. Beer is served in an original beer glass that can be purchased for 200 yen, and you can take it home as a souvenir after use.

You can take home the original beer glass as a souvenir

Gourmet foods that pair perfectly with beer, such as zangi (Hokkaido-style fried chicken), yakitori, grilled seafood, and pizza, will also be sold at the venue. Furthermore, live performances by Sapporo City Jazz and DJ sets will liven up the atmosphere. There are also plenty of fun attractions, including a photo spot with a giant Classic beer can and a visit from the traveling Katsugen Shrine.