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Events in Kumagaya in April 2027
Festivals, workshops, exhibitions and other events in Kumagaya in April, in date order. You can also browse them on the map and calendar.
Events in April 2027 (4 events)
- April 18–April 19 (usually)
Shodenzan Spring Annual Festival
A regular festival held at Menuma Shodenzan. Highlights include a colorful children's procession, dedicatory sumo tournaments, powerful taiko drum performances, and the Saitou Daigoma fire-walking ritual. The grounds bustle with visitors enjoying the many food stalls and plant market.
- April 18–April 19 (usually)
Menuma Shodenzan Spring Grand Festival Memorial Service
A grand festival celebrating the arrival of spring. The grounds are filled with energy and enthusiasm through a variety of events, including the Daihannyakyo sutra reading, a colorful children's procession, dedicatory sumo, and martial arts tournaments.
- last Saturday of April (usually)
Yuzan Festival
An event associated with local dignitary Yuzan Negishi. Visitors can enjoy a variety of activities including exhibitions and explanations about Yuzan, taishogoto performances, an outdoor tea ceremony, and bamboo shoot harvesting.
- late March–early April (usually)
Kumagaya Cherry Blossom Festival
A spring festival where approximately 500 Yoshino cherry trees bloom along a 2-kilometer stretch, creating a magnificent cherry blossom tunnel. Visitors can enjoy a stroll while admiring the beautiful avenue of cherry blossoms.
Events held in April 2026 (for reference, 13 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.
- 2026Wed, Apr 1 – Sat, Apr 4
Kumagaya Cherry Blossom Festival Hot Air Balloon Experience
A tethered hot air balloon flight experience held in conjunction with the Kumagaya Cherry Blossom Festival. Enjoy views overlooking the Kumagaya Cherry Blossom Bank from approximately 20 meters above ground. No advance reservation is required; reception is on a first-come, first-served basis at the venue on the day.
- 2026Fri, Apr 3
Kumagaya Arakawa Green Space Hot Air Balloon Experience
Experience a tethered hot air balloon flight at the riverside sports ground. It is a rare opportunity to gently rise to about 20 meters above ground and enjoy an exhilarating view. No advance reservation is required; reception is held on the day at the venue.
- 2026Sat, Apr 4
Kumagaya Arakawa Green Space Hot Air Balloon Experience
Ride a tethered hot air balloon and experience ascending to about 20 meters above ground. No advance reservation is required, and reception is in order of arrival directly at the venue. Enjoy an aerial flight lasting about 5 minutes, including boarding and disembarking.
- 2026Sat, Apr 18
Saitama Musashi Heat Bears vs. Yamanashi Fire Winds
A heated matchup serving as Kumagaya's opening game. Packed with events including free admission for Kumagaya City residents and workers, first-come giveaways, outdoor cheerleading performances, a Yoshimi Town promotional booth, and food trucks.
- April 18–April 19 (usually)
Menuma Shodenzan Spring Annual Festival
- April 18–April 19 (usually)
Menuma Shodenzan Spring Grand Ennichi Festival Buddhist Memorial Service
A grand Ennichi festival celebrating spring. Featuring the rapid chanting of the Daihannyakyo sutra, a colorful procession of children, dedicatory sumo wrestling, and martial arts tournaments, the temple grounds come alive with vibrant excitement.
- Last Saturday of April (usually)
Yuzan Festival
- 2026Wed, Apr 29
JA Kumagaya 30th Anniversary Event
An event held to commemorate the 30th anniversary of JA Kumagaya. On the day, JA Kyosai Ambassador Erina Arai will visit the venue to add excitement to the celebration.
- 2026Wed, Apr 29
Konan Wisteria Festival
An event held beneath magnificent wisteria flowers that are among the largest in the prefecture. Visitors can enjoy a variety of stage programs, including Japanese taiko drumming, shigin poetry recitation, sword dancing, taishogoto harp, and choir performances.
- 2026Fri, Mar 6 – Mon, May 11
Kumagaya Nikujiru Udon Stamp Rally
A popular event where participants collect stamps at participating shops across Kumagaya City using a rally booklet featuring nikujiru (pork broth dipping) udon. Enjoy exploring and tasting the delicious local varieties of nikujiru udon.
- 2026Wed, Mar 25 – Tue, Apr 7
Kumagaya Cherry Blossom Festival
A spring festival held at Kumagaya Cherry Blossom Bank, where approximately 500 Somei Yoshino cherry trees bloom. Food stalls line the street, with magical evening illuminations featuring paper lanterns and bamboo lights, as well as hot air balloon ride experiences on designated days.
- 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.