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

YUKIGOI OUTDOOR MARKET is a camping event for those who love winter. In addition to day camping, you can enjoy plenty of winter-themed activities that will make you look forward to the season while staying overnight. In the shopping area, numerous brands will have booths selling winter sports gear and early-bird lift tickets for various ski resorts. On the stage, there will be talk shows themed around winter and snow, as well as DJ and dance performances. Of course, you can also enjoy local gourmet food. If you love the outdoors and have a passion for winter and snow, be sure to join us!

During the eight days of Hamamatsu Jazz Week, nine jazz-related events are held. Among them, the YAMAHA Jazz Festival on the final day is renowned for its originality among Japan’s many jazz festivals. Under the theme “Unique Encounters Found Only Here,” a wide variety of stages have been presented over the years, and this year as well you can look forward to collaborations between promising up-and-coming musicians and seasoned veterans.