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November Music Festivals [2025–2026]: A roundup of autumn festivals, outdoor rock fests, and other music events

In this article, we’ll introduce music festivals happening nationwide in November all at once.

You might not associate November with music festivals, but since many days are comfortably mild during the daytime, it’s actually a surprisingly good time to go!

Events of all sizes are held across the country, so please take a look through this article and consider joining any that catch your eye.

In particular, among the local events held in regional areas, there are many unique festivals where you can even enjoy hot springs and saunas—so be sure to check them out.

Past events

BorofestaSat 11/1 – Mon 11/3, Kyoto Prefecture

Borofesta is held at Kyoto KBS Hall, where the stained glass behind the stage is strikingly impressive, and at the live music venue METRO. It is created solely by an executive committee made up of people working in music—such as live house staff and band members—and a large number of volunteer staff.

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ScheduleSat, Nov 1–Mon, Nov 3, 2025
placeKBS Hall / METRO, Karasuma Kamichojamachi, Kamigyo Ward, Kyoto City, Kyoto Prefecture
Websitehttp://borofesta.jp
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Akashi Meat FestaSat 11/1 – Mon 11/3, Hyogo Prefecture

ScheduleSat, Nov 1–Mon, Nov 3, 2025
placeHyogo Prefecture, Akashi City, Hyogo Prefectural Akashi Park, West Lawn Plaza
Websitehttps://niku-festival.jp/
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Art & Craft Festival in TambaSat 11/1 – Sun 11/2, Hyogo Prefecture

ScheduleSat, Nov 1–Sun, Nov 2, 2025
placeHyogo Prefecture, Tamba City, Hyogo Prefectural Tamba Nenrin-no-Sato
Websitehttps://acft.jp/
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Neko FestSat, Nov 1 – Hyogo Prefecture

This is a circuit-style festival held at live music venues in Kobe, hosted by Arukara, a four-piece rock band from Kobe. Around 60 artists are scheduled to perform each year. You won’t want to take your eyes off Neko Fes, which has finally established itself as a staple circuit festival in the Kansai region.

ScheduleSaturday, November 1, 2025
placeHyogo Prefecture, Kobe City, Kobe VARIT. / Chicken George / ART HOUSE / KOBE
Websitehttp://nekofes.net/
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Tottori Gourmet & Music Festival in Fūmon PlazaNov 1 (Sat) – 3 (Mon), Tottori Prefecture

ScheduleSat, Nov 1–Mon, Nov 3, 2025
placeFūmon Plaza, Tottori City, Tottori Prefecture
Websitehttps://fumon-hiroba.jp/mc-events/1111/?mc_id=533

Kurashiki Jazz StreetSat 11/1 – Sun 11/2, Okayama Prefecture

The Kurashiki Bikan Historical Quarter preserves townscapes from the Edo period. This jazz festival takes place in this area steeped in historical charm. A small river runs through the quarter, and rows of traditional white-walled buildings create a wonderful atmosphere. A jazz festival held in such a setting is sure to be something special.

ScheduleSat, Nov 1–Sun, Nov 2, 2025
placeOkayama Prefecture, Kurashiki City, Kurashiki Bikan Historical Quarter / Nearby Venues
Websitehttp://www.jazz-street.com/index.html
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Munakata FestNov 1 (Sat) – 2 (Sun), Fukuoka Prefecture

Munakata Fest is a music festival held in Fukuoka Prefecture. Alongside an ever more powerful lineup of performers each year, let’s enjoy a world-heritage-class celebration! You won’t want to take your eyes off this event as it aims to become Japan’s number one local festival.

ScheduleSat, Nov 1–Sun, Nov 2, 2025
placeMunakata YURIX, Munakata City, Fukuoka Prefecture
Websitehttps://munafes.jp/
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