The Otaru Ushio Festival began as a festival where citizens come together to give thanks to the sea, pray for the development of Otaru, and bring vitality to the town. On the first day, a "Ushio Furekomi" dance is held throughout the city to announce the start of the festival to the whole city. The opening ceremony also includes an offering of sacred water and a performance of ushio taiko drums.

On the second day, the "Shionerikomi" event will be held, with participation from various groups in the city, and there will also be a "Tobiiri DE Odoritai" dance troupe that people can join in from the roadside on the day. On the third and final day, the festival will be capped off with a drone show and a large fireworks display.

The main venue, the base of Otaru Port's No. 3 Pier, will feature festivals, gourmet food, food truck stalls, and various stage events throughout the three days.

<Various schedules>
・Tide roll-in: 25th (Fri) 18:00-19:00
Opening Ceremony and Shiofurekomi Dance: Friday, 25th, 19:00-20:00
・Shio kneading: 26th (Sat) 13:00-20:30
・Mikoshi Parade: 27th (Sun) 14:00-16:30
・Oronamin C 60th Anniversary Drone Show: Let's all sing together! Lively and energetic! Big Sky Choir: 28th (Sun) around 19:40
・Otaru Ushio Festival Fireworks Display: 28th (Sun) 20:00-20:30
・Main venue: Friday 25th 15:00-22:00 / Saturday 26th 10:00-22:30 / Sunday 27th 10:00-22:00