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Events in Kumagaya in December 2026
Festivals, workshops, exhibitions and other events in Kumagaya in December, in date order. You can also browse them on the map and calendar.
Events in December 2026 (37 events)
- 2026Fri, Nov 13+7 more dates
Try Kumagaya Dyeing!
A workshop to experience Kumagaya-zome, a traditional craft of Kumagaya. Under the guidance of artisans, participants can try making their own original handkerchief or stole. Prior reservation is required.
- 2026Wed, Dec 2 – Mon, Dec 7
Yagihashi Department Store Nationwide Gourmet Tour
A food fair featuring delicious specialties from all across Japan will be held at the 7th-floor event hall of Yagihashi Department Store. Visitors can savor a wide variety of carefully selected flavors nationwide at the venue.
- 2026Thu, Dec 3
Women's Badminton Friendship Tournament
A badminton doubles tournament for adult women. Featuring beginner and general divisions, this sports event allows participants to casually enjoy playing matches and socializing according to their skill level.
- 2026Fri, Dec 4
Classic Movie Screening: "Singin' in the Rain"
A screening of the classic musical film "Singin' in the Rain" with Japanese subtitles will be held at the Saitama Prefectural Kumagaya Library. No advance registration is required, admission is free, and anyone can enjoy this masterpiece on screen.
- 2026Sat, Oct 3+2 more dates
"Ha Pi Ma": Happy Park Market
An event featuring food trucks and food and merchandise booths, as well as a giant inflatable slide and free test rides on electric personal mobility vehicles. With AED demonstrations and an appearance by an ambulance, it can be enjoyed by both adults and children.
- 2026Sat, Oct 3+5 more dates
Seikeien "Fun Tea Gathering"
- 2026Sat, Dec 5
Saitama Wild Knights Pre-Season Event
Following the warm-up match, Saitama Wild Knights players will share their passionate aspirations for the opening of the new season. Wear your team fan gear and cheer directly for the players.
- 2026Sat, Dec 5
Human Square 2026
An awareness-raising event to learn about human rights. Enjoyable for families, it features human rights panel displays, craft workshops for children, appearances by mascot characters, and more.
- 2026Sat, Dec 5
Kumagaya Robot Day
A hands-on event to experience robots, featuring service robot demonstrations, a stamp rally, robot sports experiences, and more.
- 2026Sat, Dec 5
Kyiv Classic Ballet: Romeo and Juliet
A full-length performance of the masterpiece "Romeo and Juliet" presented by the prestigious Ukrainian ballet troupe. Enjoy the story of young lovers manipulated by fate through beautiful dancing and stunning physical expression set to Prokofiev's famous score.
- 2026Sat, Dec 5
Saitama Panasonic Wild Knights vs. Tochigi Honda HEAT
A rugby match featuring the home team Saitama Panasonic Wild Knights hosting Tochigi Honda HEAT. Please check the team's official website for tickets and gate opening times.
- 2026Sat, Dec 5 – Sun, Dec 6
The 66th Kumagaya Dyeing Exhibition
An exhibition showcasing works of Kumagaya dyeing. Limited to the first 50 participants each day, free hands-on workshops for Kumagaya dyeing and yuzen handkerchief making are also held. This event allows visitors to experience the beauty of local traditional techniques.
- 2026Sun, Dec 6
The 26th Kumagaya Go Festival
A Go tournament featuring rank-determining matches and the Honinbo tournament. A day to hone Go skills while competing. Advance registration is required.
- 2026Sun, Dec 6
Cantabile Concert
A concert organized by Cantabile, held in the Moon Hall. Enjoy a relaxing afternoon of soothing musical performances.
- December 8 (usually)
Tori no Ichi at Takagi Shrine
A traditional event affectionately known as 'O-tori-sama'. The shrine grounds are lined with stalls selling lucky bamboo rakes and other auspicious items, bustling with many worshippers seeking good fortune.
- 2026Tue, Dec 8+1 more date
The 22nd Exhibition of Works by People with Disabilities
Paintings, calligraphy, and other artworks by people with disabilities residing in or attending facilities in Kumagaya City will be displayed. Visitors can appreciate numerous impressive pieces showcasing individuality and sensibility.
- 2026Fri, Dec 11
Friday Movie Screening: My Name Is Alfred Hitchcock
A screening of a documentary exploring the creative secrets of master director Alfred Hitchcock. Enjoy this valuable film where he discusses behind-the-scenes aspects of his works on the library's large screen.
- 2026Sat, Oct 24+5 more dates
Kumagaya City: 3rd Term Weekend Science
A science event organized for elementary and junior high school students. Many fun experiment and observation programs are prepared, allowing participants to learn while discovering the fascination of science.
- 2026Sat, Dec 12
The 47th Forum Kumagaya 2026
A lecture by obstetrician-gynecologist Miho Takao on tuning mind and body will be held. The event also features an opening stage by vocal artist Yuga Harada and a boys and girls choir, as well as an award ceremony for promoting gender equality.
- 2026Sat, Dec 12
Planetarium Special Event: Nui-Pla!
A special event where you can enjoy watching the planetarium show together with your favorite plush toy or figure. A photo time is also scheduled after the screening, letting you capture a memorable photo with your cherished doll.
- 2026Sat, Dec 12
The 44th Kumagaya City Folk Song and Dance Association Convention
The 44th convention organized by the Kumagaya City Folk Song and Dance Association will be held at Tsuki no Hall. Enjoy stage performances of traditional folk songs and folk dances showcasing the results of ongoing practice.
- 2026Sat, Dec 12
Wild Knights vs. Urayasu D-Rocks
A rugby match featuring the home team, Saitama Panasonic Wild Knights, hosting Urayasu D-Rocks. Please check the team's official website for ticket and gate opening times.
- 2026Thu, Dec 17
Local Film Screening: Watashi no Geijutsu Gekijo Vol. 1
A screening of an educational film featuring Jin Katagiri visiting various art museums, including The Museum of Modern Art, Saitama. Experience the appeal of art in a casual setting while viewing masterpieces from around the world as well as works by painters associated with Saitama. No advance registration is required.
- 2026Sat, Dec 19
Winter Break Homework Support Project: Kakizome Class
A kakizome (first calligraphy of the year) class for elementary school students, providing fun instruction on ink brush basics such as how to hold the brush and character balance. An opportunity to carefully finish winter break homework.
- 2026Sat, Dec 19
KidSwing: Let's Go Jazz Land
An interactive jazz concert open to ages 0 and up, designed to be enjoyed across three generations. Parents and children can casually enjoy the charm of jazz by singing and dancing along in English to anime songs and more.
- 2026Sat, Dec 19
Piano Christmas Concert
A Christmas concert featuring piano performances organized by the Shimada Music Institute, held at Tsuki no Hall. Enjoy a special Christmas moment at the venue accompanied by beautiful piano melodies.
- 2026Sun, Dec 20
Shimenawa Making (Handmade Shimekazari)
A workshop to experience making a handmade shimekazari (sacred straw rope decoration). Prepare for the New Year by making your own shimenawa.
- 2026Fri, Dec 25
Winter Break Movie Screening: The Nutcracker and Father Christmas
A screening event held on Christmas Day. Two films set during Christmas, "The Nutcracker" and "Father Christmas," will be shown, easily enjoyable by both adults and children.
- 2026Sat, Dec 26
Angelet Christmas Recital
A Christmas recital organized by Angelet is held at Tsuki no Hall in Sakuramate. Come to the venue and enjoy the stage showcasing the results of their regular practice.
- 2026Sat, Dec 26
Sakuramate Christmas Gathering
A Christmas gathering held at Tsuki no Hall. It is organized by SKI/HI; please contact the organizer directly for details.
- 2026Sat, Dec 26
Wild Knights vs. Verblitz
A rugby match. The home team, Saitama Panasonic Wild Knights, hosts Toyota Verblitz. Please check ticket information and door-opening times on the team's official website.
- 2026Sun, Dec 27
Tanita Gakki Adult Concert
A concert for adults held at Tsuki no Hall, hosted by Tanita Gakki. If you love music or wish to enjoy wonderful performances, please come visit the venue.
- December 31 (usually)
Menuma Shodenzan New Year's Eve Bell Ringing
An event to listen to the ringing of the New Year's Eve bells echoing at the year's end, offering thanks for the passing year and praying for the arrival of a pure new year. Welcome the new year solemnly within the quiet temple grounds at night.
- Wed, Apr 1, 2026 – Wed, Mar 31, 2027
Play Ball with Parents and Kids at Kumagaya Sports and Culture Park
A ball-playing workshop for preschool children and their guardians. Parents and children can easily experience fun physical exercises using balls while moving their bodies together.
- Wed, Apr 1, 2026 – Wed, Mar 31, 2027
Kumagaya Sports Cultural Park FY2026 Sports and Culture Courses
A diverse series of 10 courses will be held throughout the year. The lineup offers enjoyable learning opportunities, including a rugby rules class on a natural grass pitch, a makeup workshop taught by a professional, and a mini concert for parents and children featuring handmade instruments.
- 2026Fri, Nov 20 – Sat, Dec 26
Seikeien Garden Chaya
A modern teahouse opens for a limited time at Seikeien. In addition to a mist display, light-ups of the garden and trees are held until 19:00 on select days. Visitors can casually enjoy the garden's distinctive beauty with outdoor seating and takeout options.
- Thu, Dec 24, 2026 – Mon, Jan 11, 2027
Great Retro Exhibition: Reliving the Showa and Heisei Eras
A retro exhibition looking back on the Showa and Heisei eras is held at Yagihashi Department Store. This event allows visitors to encounter many nostalgic memories, making it a noteworthy event enjoyable across generations.