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Update:February 27, 2012
Event Calendar2011-2012
Please keep in mind that events and dates are subject to change and potential cancellation.
April
| Event | Date(s) | Outline | Place |
|---|---|---|---|
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The 25th Jozankei Keiryu Koinobori |
April 9(Sat) - May 8(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. |
May
| Event | Date(s) | Outline | Place |
|---|---|---|---|
|
The 25th Jozankei Keiryu Koinobori |
April 9(Sat) - May 8(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 53rd Sapporo Lilac Festival | Odori Park:May 25(Wed) - 29(Sun) Kawashimo Park:June 4(Sat) - 5(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 Park |
| Mt. Moiwa Day | May 28(Sat) - 31(Tue) | A celebration of the 531-meter tall Mt. Moiwa, hiking and some other events can be enjoyed. | Mt. Moiwa |
June
| Event | Date(s) | Outline | Place |
|---|---|---|---|
| The 53rd Sapporo Lilac Festival | Odori Park:May 25(Wed) - 29(Sun) Kawashimo Park:June 4(Sat) - 5(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 Park |
| The 34th Walk Hokkaido | June 5(Sun) | A 33-kilometer walk starting in Makomanai and ending at lake Shikotsu. | From Makomanai to Lake Shikotsu |
| The 20th YOSAKOI Soran Festival | June 8(Wed) - 12(Sun) | The dynamic dance festival in which about 300 teams from throughout Japan and about 30,000 people dance to the intense rhythm. | Odori Park, etc. |
| The Annual Hokkaido Shrine Festival | June 14(Tue) - 16(Thu) | 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 |
| 2011 Flowerfest Sapporo | June 25(Sat) - July 3(Sun) | Downtown Sapporo is beautifully colored with flower gardens, monuments, and orchid exhibitions during this week-long exhibition. | Odori Park |
July
| Event | Date(s) | Outline | Place |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 Flowerfest Sapporo | June 25(Sat) - July 3(Sun) | Downtown Sapporo is beautifully colored with flower gardens, monuments, and orchid exhibitions during this week-long exhibition. | Odori Park |
| PMF (Pacific Music Festival) 2011 | July 9(Sat) - August 4(Thu) | 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. |
| Sapporo City Jazz 2011 | July 13(Wed) - August 23(Tue) | 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 2011 | July 15(Fri) | With various cultural institutions, etc. open later than usual, Culture Night offers a great opportunity for a valuable cultural experience. | Various facilities within Sapporo |
| The 37th Sapporo Toyohira River Rafting Festival | July 17(Sun) | Sapporo townspeople navigate their way down the Toyohira River in handmade rafts and unique costumes. | Lower Toyohira River by Horohira Bridge |
| The 58th Sapporo Summer Festival | July 21(Thu) - August 20(Sat) | Enjoy the summer during this month-long festival, with open-air beer gardens and various events in Odori Park. | Odori Park |
| The 58th Tanuki Festival | July 21(Thu) - August 20(Sat) | 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 |
| Toyohira River Fireworks Festival | July 29(Fri) | Fireworks sponsored by the Hokkaido Shimbun/UHB (respectively) | Toyohira River near Minami 19-jo Bridge |
August
| Event | Date(s) | Outline | Place |
|---|---|---|---|
| PMF (Pacific Music Festival) 2011 | July 9(Sat) - August 4(Thu) | 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. |
| Sapporo City Jazz 2011 | July 13(Wed) - August 23(Tue) | 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 |
| The 58th Sapporo Summer Festival | July 21(Thu) - August 20(Sat) | Enjoy the summer during this month-long festival, with open-air beer gardens and various events in Odori Park. | Odori Park |
| The 58th Tanuki Festival | July 21(Thu) - August 20(Sat) | 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 |
| The 47th Susukino Festival | August 4(Thu) - 6(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 15 (Mon) | An annual event held on August 15th. | Kamokamo River by the Gokoku Shrine |
| The 29th Miyanomori Summer Ski Jumping Festival | August 20(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 12th Okurayama Summer Ski Jumping Festival | August 21(Sun) | 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. | Okurayama Ski Jump Stadium |
| 2011 Hokkaido Marathon | August 28(Sun) | 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
| Event | Date(s) | Outline | Place |
|---|---|---|---|
| The 11th "Dai-Don-Den!" | September 3(Sat) - 4(Sun) | Art, music, and street performances of every type fill Ekimae-dori, which is closed to traffic for the weekend. | Ekimae-dori |
| Sapporo Tapas 2011 | September 4(Sun) - 11(Sun) | During this event,enjoy visiting various restaurants and bars throughout Sapporo,using the "Bono Tapas゛tickets－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 11(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 2011 | September 16(Fri) - October 2(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 25(Sun) | An event in the Misumai area held at the designated cultural asset Former Kuroiwa Family Residence. | Old Kuroiwa Residence |
October
| Event | Date(s) | Outline | Place |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sapporo Autumn Fest 2011 | September 16(Fri) - October 2(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 |
| The 36th Sapporo Marathon | October 2(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 6th Sapporo International Short Film Festival | October 5(Wed) - 10(Mon) | 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 |
| 2011 Sapporo Art Stage | October 29(Sat) - December 4(Sun) | 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 |
| 2011 Sapporo Chrysanthemum Festival | October 31(Mon) - November 3(Thu) | Citizens show their love of this beautiful flower in grand fashion with displays throughout the Sapporo Ekimae-dori Underground Walkway. | Sapporo Ekimae-dori Underground Walkway |
November
| Event | Date(s) | Outline | Place |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 Sapporo Art Stage | October 29(Sat) - December 4(Sun) | 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 |
| 2011 Sapporo Chrysanthemum Festival | October 31(Mon) - November 3(Thu) | Citizens show their love of this beautiful flower in grand fashion with displays throughout the Sapporo Ekimae-dori Underground Walkway. | Sapporo Ekimae-dori Underground Walkway |
| The 31st Sapporo White Illumination | Odori Park: November 25(Fri) - December 25(Sun) Sapporo Ekimae-dori,Minami 1jo-dori: November 25(Fri) - February 12(Sun) |
The trees around Odori Park ,Sapporo 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 25(Fri) - December 24(Sat) | 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,Sapporo Ekimae-dori Underground Walkway |
December
| Event | Date(s) | Outline | Place |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 Sapporo Art Stage | October 29(Sat) - December 4(Sun) | 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 31st Sapporo White Illumination | Odori Park: November 25(Fri) - December 25(Sun) Sapporo Ekimae-dori,Minami 1jo-dori: November 25(Fri) - February 12(Sun) |
The trees around Odori Park ,Sapporo 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 25(Fri) - December 24(Sat) | 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,Sapporo Ekimae-dori Underground Walkway |
January
| Event | Date(s) | Outline | Place |
|---|---|---|---|
| The 31st Sapporo White Illumination | Odori Park: November 25(Fri) - December 25(Sun) Sapporo Ekimae-dori,Minami 1jo-dori: November 25(Fri) - February 12(Sun) |
The trees around Odori Park ,Sapporo 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 |
February
| Event | Date(s) | Outline | Place |
|---|---|---|---|
| The 31st Sapporo White Illumination | Odori Park: November 25(Fri) - December 25(Sun) Sapporo Ekimae-dori,Minami 1jo-dori: November 25(Fri) - February 12(Sun) |
The trees around Odori Park ,Sapporo 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 |
| The 63rd Sapporo Snow Festival | February 6 (Mon) - 12 (Sun) | In the greatest winter event known to the world, about 230 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. |
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