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Events in Kazo in October 2027
Festivals, workshops, exhibitions and other events in Kazo in October, in date order. You can also browse them on the map and calendar.
Events in October 2027 (4 events)
- October (usually)
Watarase Retarding Basin Festival in KAZO
This event is held to commemorate the designation of the Watarase Retarding Basin as a Ramsar Wetland. Taking place on the grass grounds of Michi-no-Eki Kazo Watarase, visitors can enjoy the charms of the local region.
- mid-October (usually)
Kazo Area Citizens' Festival
- late October (usually)
Home of Nursery Rhymes Otone Citizens Festival
- late October (usually)
Kazo Hanasaki Park Gourmet Festival
Events held in October 2026 (for reference, 63 events)
Many events are held around the same time every year, so use these to plan ahead. Check the official websites for this year's dates.
- 2026Mon, Sep 28 – Sat, Oct 3
Watarase Retarding Basin Tethered Hot Air Balloon Experience Week
An experiential event where you can ascend up to 30 meters aboard a tethered hot air balloon and enjoy aerial views. Experience a special 5-minute flight overlooking the vast nature and townscape around the Watarase Retarding Basin.
- 2026Thu, Oct 1+1 more date
Otone Library: Peek-a-Boo
An event aimed at infants and toddlers aged 0 to 3. Parents and children can enjoy picture book readings, kamishibai paper theater, and finger plays together.
- 2026Thu, Oct 1+4 more dates
Kazo Library: Dandelion Square (Tampopo Hiroba)
A storytelling session that infants from age 0 can participate in. At Kazo Library, parents and children can enjoy picture book readings, traditional nursery songs, and kamishibai paper theater together.
- 2026Sat, Oct 3
Kosetsu Minami Concert Tour 2026: Kimi to Boku no Uta
A concert tour by folk singer Kosetsu Minami held at the Pastoral Kazo Main Hall. Enjoy numerous heartwarming masterpiece songs with his live vocals inside the hall.
- 2026Sat, Oct 3
Naoyuki Kashiwazaki Electone Live & Hanachozu Live
Live Electone performances featuring original arrangements of nursery rhymes and pop music, along with a live broadcast of hanachozu (floating flower basin displays). Enjoy the venue's beautiful tones and colorful floral presentations.
- 2026Sat, Oct 3
Naoyuki Kashiwazaki Electone Live & Hanachozu Live Streaming
An Electone performance by Naoyuki Kashiwazaki and a hanachozu live session streamed on Instagram will be held at the roadside station.
- 2026Sat, Oct 3
Kosetsu Minami Concert Tour 2026: Kimi to Boku no Uta
A concert tour performance by Kosetsu Minami held at Pastoral Kazo. Enjoy an array of emotionally expressive songs through live music. Tickets are sold via various playguides and at the venue counter.
- 2026Sat, Oct 3
Michi-no-Eki Kazo Watarase Three-Prefecture Border Event
An event held in conjunction with a stamp rally. Enjoy live stage performances, SDGs workshops, food stalls, and more. A free soft serve ice cream coupon will be given to the first 50 visitors to reach the three-prefecture border.
- 2026Sat, Oct 3+3 more dates
Kitakawabe Library Story Forest
A storytime session held at Kitakawabe Library open to attendees from age 0. Enjoy time engaging with books through picture book readings and more.
- 2026Sun, Oct 4
Kazo Miraikan: Original Maze Making
A simple craft workshop held at Kazo Miraikan. Parents and children can take on the challenge of creating their own original maze on their day off and experience the joy of making things. Feel free to participate.
- 2026Sun, Oct 4
14th Watarase Retarding Basin Festival in Kazo
An event held to commemorate its designation as a Ramsar wetland. You can enjoy a variety of activities to connect with the rich nature of the retarding basin, including wild bird watching, mini reed screen (yoshizu) making, and stand-up paddleboarding (SUP) experiences.
- 2026Sun, Oct 4
Costume at the Shrine at Tamashiki Shrine
A unique costume event held at Tamashiki Shrine. Alongside a costume contest and health prayers held while in costume, there are plenty of attractions to enjoy even without dressing up, including food trucks and workshops.
- 2026Sat, Oct 10
Movie Screening: Unai
A screening of the movie "Unai" held in the Small Hall of Pastoral Kazo. Screened twice, once in the morning and once in the afternoon, allowing audiences to immerse themselves in the world of the film.
- 2026Sat, Oct 10
Kisai Library Storytime: Nagatsuki
A picture book storytelling session held at Kisai Library. Sessions are divided by age group, allowing children from infants to elementary school students to enjoy the world of picture books.
- 2026Sat, Oct 10 – Sun, Oct 11
24-Hour Softball Tournament
A traditional tournament featuring heated softball games played overnight for 24 hours. Open to experienced players as well as general sports enthusiasts, offering a sense of unity across the venue and fun interactions with teammates.
- 2026Sat, Sep 19+10 more dates
Kazo Hanasaki Park Flea Market
A flea market held at Kisai Foods Hanasaki Fureai Park (Kazo Hanasaki Park). Featuring a variety of stalls from multiple organizing groups, visitors can enjoy shopping and searching for bargains. May be canceled in case of bad weather, so please check the latest status.
- 2026Sun, Oct 11
27th Mayumi Ballet Studio Recital
A ballet studio recital presenting the results of regular practice will be held in the Pastoral Kazo Small Hall. Enjoy a magnificent classical ballet performance with free admission.
- 2026Sun, Oct 11 – Mon, Oct 12
Kazo Miraikan: Lavender Halloween Potpourri Workshop
A craft workshop held at Kazo Miraikan. Parents and children can enjoy making Halloween potpourri using lavender, making it a wonderful hands-on holiday activity.
- 2026Mon, Oct 12
John Lennon Birthday Memorial Acoustic Beatles Live
In celebration of John Lennon's birthday, Clean Apple Trio performs famous songs by The Beatles. Enjoy acoustic performances conveying wishes for world peace under the open sky.
- 2026Sat, Oct 17
Ukinonosato Nature Observation Event
An observation session for elementary school students living in Kazo City to learn about the ecology of aquatic organisms and insects at Ukinonosato, where a precious wetland environment remains. Experience rich nature and living creatures while listening to explanations from expert advisors.
- 2026Sat, Oct 17
5th Stargazing with Parents and Children: Let's Look for Cygnus Flying in the Night Sky!
An astronomical observation event for elementary school students and their guardians. In addition to observing the moon and planets using small telescopes, participants can enjoy explanations of the starry sky. In case of inclement weather, explanations will be held in the planetarium.
- 2026Sat, Oct 17
Kisai Library Tamatebako
A picture book storytelling event held at Kisai Library. Sessions are divided by age groups: for ages 0 to 3, and for ages 4 to 12.
- 2026Sun, Oct 18
46th Kazo Area Citizens Festival
A traditional autumn event held at Kazo Civic Athletic Park. Visitors can enjoy exhibition and sales booths by various organizations, colorful stage performances, and powerful brass band concerts.
- 2026Sun, Oct 18
Sports Festival 2026
A sports event held at locations such as the Otone Cultural Gymnasium. Enjoy moving your body and trying out activities such as boccia, floor curling, and skateboarding.
- 2026Sun, Oct 18
Kazo Miraikan: Make Your Own Piggy Bank
A simple craft workshop at Kazo Miraikan that parents and children can join together. Enjoy making your very own original piggy bank. A holiday experience to easily appreciate the fun of handcrafting.
- 2026Thu, Oct 22
Mizuki Tsuno Roadside Station Live
Mizuki Tsuno, an enka singer produced by Kazo City Tourism Ambassador Hideki Sakuma, will appear on the special stage. Enjoy powerful enka vocal performances on a weekday at the roadside station.
- 2026Fri, Oct 23 – Sat, Oct 24
Cafe Kazuma: 'I Want to Eat Thai Food'
A popular Thai restaurant that previously closed makes a limited return at a cafe in front of Kazo Station. A gourmet event offering special lunch menus such as authentic curries and gapao rice.
- 2026Sat, Oct 24
Human Festival Kita-Saitama 2026
An event to learn about human rights. In addition to stage performances by schoolchildren and special-needs school students, lectures, and essay presentations, visitors can enjoy awareness booths, food stalls, and a petting zoo.
- 2026Sat, Oct 24
Kazo Library Storytime
A storytime event aimed at children around age 4 and older. Features storytelling and picture book read-alouds at Kazo Library.
- 2026Sat, Oct 24
Kazo Library Hiyoko Time
An event held at Kazo Library for children from age 0. Parents and children can spend enjoyable time together through picture book read-alouds and traditional nursery rhymes.
- 2026Sat, Oct 24
Kisai Children's Storytime
A storytime event for children aged 4 to 12. Offers storytelling and picture book read-alouds at Kisai Library.
- 2026Sat, Oct 24 – Sun, Oct 25
Kazo District Cultural Festival
A cultural festival for the Kazo district held at the Kazo Community Center. Experience the diverse charms of autumn through programs celebrating local art, culture, and seasonal flavors.
- 2026Sat, Oct 24 – Sun, Oct 25
Raiha District Cultural Festival
A district cultural festival held at the Raiha Community Center. An event where you can fully experience local art, culture, and the atmosphere of autumn through a variety of programs.
- 2026Sat, Oct 24 – Sun, Oct 25
Shitami District Cultural Festival
A cultural festival held at the Shitami Community Center. Featuring event information for children and diverse displays, people of all generations can experience local culture and art.
- 2026Sat, Oct 24 – Sun, Oct 25
Mitsumata District Cultural Festival
A cultural festival for the Mitsumata district held at the Mitsumata Community Center. Visitors can enjoy an autumn day with family and friends while experiencing local culture and art.
- 2026Sat, Oct 24 – Sun, Oct 25
Hiyarikawa District Cultural Festival
A district cultural festival held at the Hiyarikawa Community Center. A gathering where local residents can enjoy culture, art, and seasonal autumn activities.
- 2026Sat, Oct 24 – Sun, Oct 25
Okuwa District Cultural Festival
A cultural festival for the Okuwa district held at the Okuwa Community Center. An opportunity to experience the unique autumn charms of the district through art and culture.
- 2026Sat, Oct 24 – Sun, Oct 25
Ogoe District Cultural Festival
A cultural festival for the Ogoe district held at the Ogoe Community Center. Experience the local area's appeal through diverse activities celebrating autumn arts and culture.
- 2026Sat, Oct 24 – Sun, Oct 25
Fudooka District Cultural Festival
A district cultural festival held at the Fudooka Community Center. An event where visitors can engage with art and culture through local autumn attractions and exhibitions.
- 2026Sat, Oct 24 – Sun, Oct 25
Mizubuka District Cultural Festival
A cultural festival for the Mizubuka district held at the Mizubuka Community Center. Enjoy an autumn weekend with activities that allow you to experience local art and culture up close.
- 2026Sat, Oct 24 – Sun, Oct 25
Musashino Mura Working Vehicles Gathering
A variety of working vehicles such as police cars and large buses will gather. This hands-on event offers vehicle displays, ride experiences, photo opportunities, and quiz contests, allowing children who love vehicles to have fun.
- 2026Sat, Oct 24 – Sun, Oct 25+1 more date
Kitakawabe Ikiiki Cultural Festival
A local cultural festival where you can engage with culture and art. Visitors can enjoy the results of everyday activities through exhibitions and hands-on workshops such as painting, calligraphy, photography, and tea ceremony, as well as performing arts and musical presentations like folk dance, chorus, and ocarina performances.
- 2026Sun, Oct 25
The 35th Kitakawabe Furusato Autumn Festival
An autumn event held at the staff parking lot on the east side of the Kitakawabe General Branch. Visitors can enjoy a variety of activities, including exhibition and sales booths by local groups, entertaining attractions, and a raffle.
- 2026Sun, Oct 25
Kazo Miraikan Halloween Woodcraft Workshop
A craft workshop at Kazo Miraikan where participants can try their hand at Halloween-themed woodworking. Parents and children can enjoy crafting together and create a seasonal piece to take home.
- 2026Sun, Oct 25+1 more date
Kisai Cultural Festival
An event where cultural and arts groups showcase the results of their regular activities. Along with performing arts presentations such as dance, Japanese taiko drumming, and chorus, visitors can enjoy exhibitions of diverse works including paintings, calligraphy, handicrafts, flower arrangement, and bonsai.
- 2026Mon, Oct 26
Takashi Hosokawa & Yoko Nagayama: Futari no Big Show
- 2026Tue, Oct 27 – Wed, Oct 28
Kazo City School Lunch Promotional Exhibition & Dining Hall
An exhibition showcasing Kazo City's school lunches, along with a dining hall where you can taste the actual school meals. A rare opportunity to experience the appeal of the lunches that local school children eat every day.
- 2026Wed, Oct 28
Otone Library: Egao no Tane
An event for infants and toddlers held at Doyo no Furusato Otone Library. Enjoy picture book readings, kamishibai paper theater, and hand-play songs.
- 2026Fri, Oct 30 – Sun, Nov 1
Otone Area Culture Festival: Otone Cultural Exhibition
An exhibition showcasing a wide variety of cultural works, including paintings, calligraphy, photographs, haiku, handicrafts, and ceramics. On the final day, kitchen cars will also sell gourmet food, which visitors can enjoy alongside the artwork.
- 2026Fri, Oct 30 – Tue, Nov 3
Otone Area Culture Festival: Lifelong Learning Exhibition
An exhibition featuring works created by participants of citizen learning colleges and courses. In addition to displays of chirimen crepe crafts, hands-on activities such as a magic show, calligraphy, and candle making will be held.
- 2026Fri, Oct 30 – Tue, Nov 3
Otone Area Culture Festival
A cultural festival featuring art exhibits such as paintings, crafts, and course student achievements, as well as stage performances including choral singing, dance, and instrumental concerts. Local cultural and artistic organizations present the results of their regular activities.
- 2026Sat, Oct 31
Kazo City Products and Tourism Association 1st Anniversary Event
An event celebrating the 1st anniversary of the Kazo City Products and Tourism Association. Enjoy the diverse charms of Kazo with sales of local specialties and agricultural produce, a cycling tour, the unveiling of a commemorative carp streamer, and a live demonstration of Japanese sword cutting.
- 2026Sat, Oct 31
Autumn "Kazo Love" Cycling Tour
A bicycle tour visiting local attractions such as Kazo Miraikan and Musashino Mura, guided by the former mayor. Participants can enjoy park entry and an udon lunch at Musashino Mura. Courses can be chosen according to fitness level, and rental bicycles are available.
- 2026Sat, Oct 31 – Sun, Nov 1
Musashino Mura de Udon
An event celebrating the local gourmet specialty, Kazo udon. Enjoy tasting sets comparing udon from popular shops, a giant udon photo spot, coloring pages, a quiz contest, and other family-friendly activities.
- 2026Sat, Oct 31 – Sun, Nov 1
Kazo Hanasaki Park Autumn Festival
A festival offering a variety of activities including festival games, a riddle-solving game, a police band performance, and trout catching. With unique bicycles, bouncy inflatables, and food trucks gathered, families can enjoy the entire day.
- 2026Sat, Oct 31 – Sun, Nov 1+2 more dates
Satoe Memorial Art Museum: Yori and Children Exhibition
An exhibition showcasing works by modern Western-style painting master Yori Saito alongside representative works created by elementary and junior high school students from Kazo City. Visitors can appreciate numerous masterpieces and creative works with free admission.
- 2026Sat, Oct 31 – Sun, Nov 1+2 more dates
Yori Saito Exhibition and the 16th Children's Art Exhibition
An exhibition where visitors can simultaneously enjoy works by Western-style painter Yori Saito, marking the 140th anniversary of his birth, and art created by children from Kazo City. A free exhibition event celebrating a rich world of art.
- 2026Thu, Oct 1 – Tue, Nov 3
Halloween Costume Rental Photo Spot
A special Halloween-only photo spot. A variety of costumes such as pumpkins, ghosts, and food items can be rented for free, allowing the whole family to dress up and take commemorative photos.
- 2026Thu, Oct 1 – Tue, Nov 3
Musashinomura Halloween Handmade Craft Workshop
A Halloween-exclusive craft event held at Musashinomura. Crafts that even young children can easily try, such as making candles, piggy banks, and miniature trees, are available.
- 2026Thu, Oct 1 – Tue, Nov 3
Full Costume Sticker & Candy Scoop Giveaway
A Halloween campaign for elementary school children and younger who visit in full costume and say the secret password. Children receive stickers and a candy scoop ticket, allowing them to try scooping candy at the special venue.
- 2026Thu, Oct 1 – Mon, Nov 30
Three-Prefecture Border Stamp Rally
An event to tour spots around the three-prefecture border of Tochigi, Gunma, and Saitama, which can be crossed on foot. Collecting four stamps earns a limited-edition pin badge and allows entry into a drawing for an assortment of local specialties.
- Thu, Oct 1, 2026 – Wed, Mar 31, 2027
Tobu Zoo x Musashino Mura x Gururi Mori Stamp Rally
An app stamp rally touring Tobu Zoo and Musashino Mura. Collect stamps by using eligible attractions at both parks to receive a limited collaboration original card from Gururi Mori on a first-come, first-served basis.
- late October (usually)
Kazo Hanasaki Park Gourmet Festival