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

This festival takes place right in the city, just a 5-minute walk from Fukui Station. Organized by two founders and volunteers, all of whom are active musicians in Fukui, it will be held with confidence as a music festival deeply rooted in the local music scene, showcasing artists who are active in Fukui.

This is a jazz festival held in the hot spring town of Matsunoyama in Niigata Prefecture. You can enjoy live jazz performances at venues set up around the town. After the event, why not soak in the hot springs to unwind before heading home? It might just make for a perfect day.

TREASURE05X is held every summer. Speaking of summer, it’s all about the beach—and festivals! Since Laguna Beach hosts a seaside summer festival, it’s the perfect event to soak up the season to the fullest. With the crowd’s energy, you’ll forget the heat as you lose yourself in the music, and enjoying the local food and drinks is another highlight. The lineup is packed with hot artists, especially from the Japanese rock scene, making it tough to choose which date to attend. If possible, you’ll want to go to all of them.

An outdoor festival held at a special open-air stage in Tennozan Park, Shizuoka Prefecture.