Music festival held during the summer vacation [2025–2026]
Have you decided how you’re going to have fun during summer vacation?
If you love music, you’ll want to go to a festival at least once.
Here, we’ve put together an overview of music festivals held during the summer vacation season.
Whether you choose a nearby event or travel a bit farther, make your summer vacation even more enjoyable.
- August Music Festivals [2025]: A roundup of summer festivals, outdoor rock fests, and other music events
- Summer Music Festival Schedule Summary [2025]
- Kanto’s Popular Music Festivals [2025]: A Complete Guide to Outdoor Events for Spring, Summer, Fall, and Winter
- July Music Festivals [2025]: A roundup of summer festivals, outdoor rock festivals, and other music events
- October Music Festivals [2025]: A roundup of fall festivals, outdoor rock fests, and other music events
- List of Eastern Japan Summer Festivals [2025]: Rock Festivals and Outdoor Music Festivals Held During Summer Vacation
- Rock Festival Calendar for August [2025]
- April Music Festivals [2025]: A roundup of music events such as spring festivals and outdoor rock festivals
- [Held in 2025] Recommended Music Festivals: A roundup of outdoor festivals and major rock festivals you should visit at least once
- [2025] Complete Kanto Summer Festival Guide: Music Festivals and Outdoor Festival Info
- Summer Music Festivals Held in Western Japan [2025]
- Summer Music Festivals Held in Eastern Japan [2025]
- List of summer festivals in western Japan [2025] held during the summer vacation: rock festivals and outdoor music festivals
Past events
BABY Q Kanazawa EventSat, Aug 2 — Ishikawa Prefecture
BABY Q is an indoor festival that began in 2019 and is held irregularly as it tours various regions across Japan. The “Q” in the title carries the idea of “CUE,” as in providing a cue to discover great music, and “休” (rest), wishing for the best kind of holiday. Centered on stripped-down, singer-songwriter performances, it offers a relaxed, laid-back atmosphere—perfect for anyone seeking a rewarding, restorative day off. A portion of event proceeds will be donated as relief funds to areas affected by the 2024 Noto Peninsula earthquake. Join us and send your support.
| Schedule | Saturday, August 2, 2025 |
| place | Ishikawa Prefecture, Kanazawa City, Kanazawa City Cultural Hall |
| Website | https://day-off.today/ |
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8 FestSat–Sun, Aug 2–3, Mie Prefecture
The 8 Hours race being held at Suzuka Circuit in Mie Prefecture. The 8 Hours, or “8 Tai,” is an annual motorcycle race in which riders keep lapping the circuit for eight hours. A live event will be held during the Suzuka 8 Hours, with a fiery live show unfolding alongside the intense racing.
| Schedule | Sat, Aug 2–Sun, Aug 3, 2025 |
| place | Suzuka Circuit, Suzuka City, Mie Prefecture |
| Website | https://www.suzukacircuit.jp/8tai/event/nankai-8fes-stage/ |
TETORA presents KAKUSHIN CLUBSat, Aug 2, Osaka Prefecture
| Schedule | Saturday, August 2, 2025 |
| place | Osaka Prefecture, Suita City, Yamato University, Yamato Arena & Gymnasium |
| Website | https://www.tetoraosaka.com/news/6f3155df-ad28-4000-bd52-2a35cbcf9b8a |
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HIGHEST MOUNTAINAug 2 (Sat) – 3 (Sun), Osaka Prefecture
An irresistible festival for reggae music lovers No.
Isn't it number 1? The event is hosted by MIGHTY JAM ROCK! Let's enjoy the summer at this festival that's guaranteed to get you hyped! It's held at the Osaka Castle Outdoor Concert Hall, which is super easy to access!
| Schedule | Sat, Aug 2–Sun, Aug 3, 2025 |
| place | Hattori Ryokuchi Open-Air Music Hall, Toyonaka City, Osaka Prefecture |
| Website | https://www.highestmountain.jp/ |
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Jazz Picnic in InagawaSat, Aug 2, Osaka Prefecture
The Jazz Picnic in Inagawa, a pioneering outdoor concert in the Kansai region, will be held again this year. This outdoor jazz festival has been running since 1989 and has featured numerous memorable performances. The venue is a special stage set up in the Inagawa Sports Park, where the lawn feels wonderful. At dusk, you can enjoy the perfect combination of jazz and the setting sun.
| Schedule | Saturday, August 2, 2025 |
| place | Osaka Prefecture, Ikeda City, Inagawa Sports Park / Special Venue |
| Website | http://www.azaleanet.or.jp/event254.html |
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TK SONGS RESPECT NIGHT 03Sun, Aug 3 — Tokyo Metropolis
| Schedule | Sunday, August 3, 2025 |
| place | Shinagawa Stellar Ball, Minato City, Tokyo |
| Website | https://tksongsrespectnight.com/ |
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Hakusan Ichirino Music FestivalSun, Aug 3 — Ishikawa Prefecture
This is a music festival held at the Hakusan Plateau ski resort in Ishikawa Prefecture. There’s no doubt the music will be amazing as you soak in the great outdoors! It looks like there will also be food booths featuring local gourmet specialties at the venue, so be sure to check those out too.
| Schedule | Sunday, August 3, 2025 |
| place | Hakusan Ichirino Kogen, Hakusan City, Ishikawa Prefecture |





