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Explore all Season at a glance
Oita has 9 fireworks festivals on the calendar, running from May 16 to August 29. The busiest month is July, with 4 festivals.
8 of the 9 shows fall on a Saturday or Sunday, spread across 5 different venues.
The season opens with Himejima Osakana Festival Eve Fireworks Display (May 16) and closes with Oita – Oita “Yume” Fireworks (August 29).
- May: 2
- July: 4
- August: 3
Himejima Osakana Festival Eve Fireworks Display
Date: Saturday, May 16, 2026 · Time: 20:30–21:00 · Prefecture: Oita
📅 Sat, May 16🕐 8:30 PM - 9:00 PM (The main festival runs from 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM on Sunday, May 17)
Hita River Opening Tourism Festival Fireworks Display
A comprehensive guide to the Hita River Opening Tourism Festival Fireworks Display held on 2026年5月23日・24日, covering the approximately 10,000 visceral fireworks, access, lesser-known viewing spots, and paid parking information.
📅 Sat, May 23
Oita – Beppu Summer Evening Festival Fireworks Display
A comprehensive guide to the 2026 Beppu Summer Evening Festival Fireworks Display, held against the backdrop of Beppu Bay, including event information, access, paid seating, and recommended viewing spots. Enjoy approximately 5,000 fireworks lighting up the summer night sky from the best possible location.
📅 Fri, July 17🕐 Undecided (usually around 20:00～20:40)📍 Offshore from Beppu Spa Beach
Usuki Fireworks｜Sumiyoshi Festival TOMOSHIBI・Gion Festival Dates
Fireworks will be launched in Usuki, Oita Prefecture, on July 25 at the “Sumiyoshi Festival TOMOSHIBI” (around 20:45). The Usuki Gion Festival (7/10–18), which has a history of approximately 400 years, does not include fireworks. This guide covers the dates, venues, and access information for both events.
📅 Sat, July 25🕐 Around 20:45📍 Around Sumiyoshi Bridge, Matsushima Bridge, and the Matsushima Shrine parking lot (Usuki, Oita Prefecture)
Oita – Beppu Hi no Umi Festival Summer Evening Fireworks Display
A detailed guide to the Beppu Hi no Umi Festival Summer Evening Fireworks Display, taking place on Sunday, July 26, 2026. A total of 8,888 fireworks will illuminate Beppu Bay, culminating in the spectacular “Golden Peacock” finale. Complete information on access, reserved seating, and lesser-known viewing spots.
📅 Sun, July 26
Oita Prefecture Fireworks Festivals
Get the latest information on fireworks festivals held in Oita Prefecture in 2026. The OlaChill editorial team provides a comprehensive guide to dates, venues, access, highlights, and hidden gems. Don't miss the breathtaking moments that light up the summer night sky.
📅 Sun, July 26
Oita – Kamegawa Summer Festival
A detailed guide to the 2026 Kamegawa Summer Festival held in Beppu, Oita Prefecture. Around 5,000 fireworks light up the night sky, while the traditional local dance adds to the warm, welcoming atmosphere unique to this port town. We cover the date, access, lesser-known viewing spots, and reserved seating information.
📅 Sat, August 1🕐 Festival: 17:00–21:30 <br> Fireworks: 20:00–21:00 (about 40 minutes to 1 hour)📍 Around Kamegawa Fishing Port (Kamegawa Hamada-machi, Beppu, Oita Prefecture)
Oita – Kitsuki City Summer Fireworks Festival
A complete guide to the Kitsuki City Summer Fireworks Festival taking place on August 16, 2026 (Sunday). Approximately 3,000 fireworks will light up the night sky over Morie Bay. Everything you need to know before heading out, including access to the venue, reserved seating, lesser-known viewing spots, and traffic restrictions.
📅 Sun, August 16🕐 20:00～20:40📍 Shioda Special Venue (Kitsuki City Kaihin Yume Park)
Oita – Oita “Yume” Fireworks
A comprehensive guide to Oita City’s “Oita ‘Yume’ Fireworks 2026,” which lights up the summer night sky with approximately 8,000 fireworks and a drone show. Covering everything from the date, venue, and access to paid seating and lesser-known viewing spots.
📅 Sat, August 29🕐 19:30–20:30 (scheduled fireworks launch)<br>*The drone show starts at 19:15<br>*The prologue stage runs from 17:00–19:30📍 Riverside area upstream of Benten Ohashi Bridge, Oita River (Oita City, Oita Prefecture)
🎆 Make a trip of it — tours near the fireworks
Day tours departing from the nearest city — tour by day, fireworks by night.
