| Event Calendar 2009-2010 |
| Please keep in mind that events and dates are subject to change and potential
cancellation. |
| Month |
Event |
Date(s) |
Outline |
Place |
| May |
Keiryu Koinobori |
April 11th(Sat) - May 10th(Sun) |
A spring event in the Jozankei hot spring area, when about 350 carp streamers
are hoisted above the nearby stream. |
Jozankei Sport Park, etc. |
| The 51st Sapporo Lilac Festival |
May 20th (Wed) - 24th (Sun) |
Lilac, the official tree of Sapporo, is celebrated in this festival in Odori Park. Lilac seedlings are presented to visitors during the opening ceremony, and there is live music throughout the weekend. |
Odori Park,Kawashimo ParkiTentative) |
| Mt. Moiwa Day |
May 31st (Sun) |
A celebration of the 531-meter tall Mt. Moiwa, during which free rides on the ropeway, hiking, and commemorative photographs can be enjoyed. |
Mt. Moiwa |
| June |
The 18th YOSAKOI Soran Festival |
June 10th (Wed) - 14th (Sun) |
The dynamic dance festival in which over 300 teams from throughout Japan and over 40,000 people dance to the intense rhythm. |
Odori Park, etc. |
| The Annual Hokkaido Shrine Festival |
June 14th (Sun) - 16th (Tue) |
Commonly known as the "Sapporo Festival", portable shrines, floats, and pushcart vendors fill the streets during this traditional-style festival. |
Hokkaido Shrine and throughout the city |
| 2009 Flowerfest Sapporo |
June 27th(Sat)-July 5th(Sun) |
Downtown Sapporo is beautifully colored with flower gardens, monuments, and orchid exhibitions during this week-long exhibition. |
Odori Park |
| July |
PMF (Pacific Music Festival) 2009 |
July 4th(Sat) - 29th(Wed)
|
An international music festival that aims to promote and develop music culture through musical education and the cultivation of aspiring young musicians. |
Sapporo Art Park, etc. |
| Toyohira River Fireworks Festival |
July 24th(Fri)
July 31st(Fri)
|
Two days of fireworks sponsored by the Hokkaido Shimbun/UHB, and the Asahi
Shimbun/HTB (respectively) |
Toyohira River near Minami 19-jo Bridge |
| The 35th Toyohira River Rafting Festival |
July 19th(Sun)
|
Sapporo townspeople navigate their way down the Toyohira River in handmade rafts and unique costumes. |
Lower Toyohira River by Horohira Bridge |
| The 27th Miyanomori Summer Ski Jumping Festival |
July 18th(Sat) |
Top athletes from throughout Japan gather in Sapporo for this Nordic ski jump competition, where this event, although typical for winter sports, can be enjoyed even during the summer. |
Miyanomori Ski Jump Stadium |
| The 10th Okurayama Summer Ski Jumping Festival |
July 19th(Sun) |
Okurayama Ski Jump Stadium |
| The 56th Sapporo Summer Festival |
July 21st(Tue) - August 20th(Thu) |
Enjoy the summer during this month-long festival, with open-air beer gardens(July
21st - August 15th) and various events in Odori Park. |
Odori Park |
| The 56th Tanuki Festival |
July 21st(Tue) - August 20th(Thu) |
In addition to the Sapporo Summer Festival, the Tanuki Festival in Tanukikoji celebrates the long-running stores of the area and has a great atmosphere. |
Tanukikoji Shopping Arcade |
| Sapporo City Jazz 2009 |
July 13th(Mon) - August 9th(Sun) |
This citywide jazz festival springs to life with the abundant greenery
of Sapporo acting as a backdrop. With workshops hosted by special musical
guests and volunteer staff assisting with event operations ,music brings
the people together,furthering the promotion of artistic culture throughout
the city. |
Odori Park and the Sapporo Art Park,etc |
| Culture Night 2009 |
July 17th (Fri) |
With various cultural institutions, etc. open later than usual, Culture Night offers a great opportunity for a valuable cultural experience. |
Okurayama Ski Jump Stadium, etc. |
| August |
The 45th Susukino Festival |
August 6th(Thu) - 8th(Sat) |
Susukino becomes one big event site, with outdoor food stalls, street venders, and portable shrine processions. The procession of courtesans is a must-see. |
Susukino area |
| Toro-Nagashi (the Floating of Lanterns) |
August 15th (Sat) |
An annual event held on August 15th. |
Kamokamo River by the Gokoku Shrine |
| 2009 Hokkaido Marathon |
August 30th(Sun) |
Nearly 8000 runners, ranging from professional athletes from abroad to
everyday enthusiasts aim for the finish line in Odori Park in this all-out
run through the various areas of Sapporo. |
Start at Nakajima Park@and finish at Odori Park |
| September |
The 9th "Dai-Don-Den!" |
September 5th(Sat)-6th(Sun) |
Art, music, and street performances of every type fill Ekimae-dori, which is closed to traffic for the weekend. |
Ekimae-dori |
| The 32nd Walk Hokkaido |
September 13th(Sun) |
A 33-kilometer walk starting in Makomanai and ending at lake Shikotsu. |
From Makomanai to Lake Shikotsu |
| Sapporo Tapas 2009 |
September 6th(Sun)-10th(Thu) |
During this event,enjoy visiting various restaurants and bars throughout Sapporo,using the "Bono TapasJtickets|available in packets of 5 and 9 tickets|at participating locations to sample their distinctive tapas(small dishes and appetizers) and drinks. |
Odori,Susukino,Maruyama,near the base of Mt.Moiwa,Yamahana area,etc. |
| Ashiricheppunomi (ceremony of receiving the first salmon) |
September@13th(Sun)@ |
A traditional Ainu event revived in 1982, after a lapse of 100 years. |
Toyohira Riverside at Minami 7-jo Bridge (Minami 7 Nishi 1) |
| Sapporo Autumn Fest 2009 |
September 18th(Fri)-October 4th(Sun) |
Being held for the first time this year,this autmn harvest festival celebrates
the food culture of Hokkaido,bringing together a collection of seasonal
specialties and regional dishes from Sapporo and throughout Hokkaido. |
Odori Park |
| Misumai Tsukoya Festival |
September 27th(Sun) |
An event in the Misumai area held at the designated cultural asset Former Kuroiwa Family Residence. |
Old Kuroiwa Residence |
| October |
The 34th Sapporo Marathon |
October@4th(Sun) |
A citizens' marathon with a variety of courses, ranging from 2km for elementary school kids to 26km for adults. |
Start from Makomanai Open Stadium |
| The 19th Jozankei Momiji Grand Tea Ceremony Party |
October 12th(Mon) |
There are several authentic tea ceremonies held in various hotels in the Jozankei Hot Spring area. |
Jozankei Hot Spring Area |
| Sapporo International Short Film Festival |
October 14th(Wed) - 18th(Sun) |
This international film festival will be held in Sapporo to promote the
burgeoning short film industry, and up-and-comers in the field of digital
filmmaking. |
Sapporo Toho Plaza and other locations |
| 2009 Sapporo Chrysanthemum Festival |
October 31st (Sat) - November 3rd (Tue) |
Citizens show their love of this beautiful flower in grand fashion with displays throughout the Sapporo underground shopping mall area. |
Sapporo Underground Shopping Malls of Pole Town and Aurora Town |
| November |
2009 Sapporo Art Stage |
November 1st (Su) - December@5th (Sat) |
During this month-long art and culture campaign in Sapporo, live theater and musical performances can be enjoyed in a rich cultural atmosphere. |
Throughout the city |
| The 29th Sapporo White Illumination |
Odori Park:November@27(Frij- January 3(Sun)
Ekimae-dori,Minami 1jo-dori:November 27- February 11th (Thu)
|
The trees around Odori Park ,Ekimae-dori and Minami 1jo-dori are decorated
with lights, creating brilliant works of art that liven up the entire area. |
Odori Park ,Sapporo Ekimae-dori and Minami 1jo-dori |
| German Christmas Market in Sapporo |
November 27iFry)- December@24iThu)
|
A German Christmas market is set up annually in Odori Park in celebration of Sapporo's sister city of Munich, with booths selling authentic German beer, wine, sausages, and various other regional delicacies. |
Odori Park 2-chome |
| February |
The 61st Sapporo Snow Festival |
February 5th (Fri) - 11th (Thu) |
In the greatest winter event known to the world, over 300 snow and ice statues are built in the Odori Park and Susukino areas. It is hard to believe that these elaborate statues, standing up to 15 meters tall, are made of snow. |
Odori Park, Community Dome "Tsu-dome",Susukino,etc. |
