Events and festivals happening in Gifu in August.
Gifu 路 Festivals & Fireworks
A soulful night of dance and legend in Gujo Hachiman. Experience a beautiful ritual dedicated to good fortune and historical tradition.
Aug 3
Don't miss the Ryujin Fire Festival with its dancing dragons and the stunning Fireworks Musical. Experience the heat of summer in Gero Onsen!
A nostalgic night festival where traditional lanterns illuminate the historic streets of Otemachi. Experience a magical evening of light and history.
Aug 4Starts in 1 days
A solemn ritual of traditional dance honoring historical memories. Experience a profound cultural ceremony held in the stillness of the night.
Aug 5Starts in 2 days
Experience a historic Tanabata festival held since the Edo period. The rustic decorations at Dosenshi-ji capture the true essence of a Japanese summer night.
Aug 7Starts in 4 days
Experience the thunderous roar and breathtaking sparks of Hida Takayama's traditional hand-held fireworks. A soul-stirring cultural ritual to witness in person.
Aug 8Starts in 5 days
Experience the stunning harmony of 1,300 years of Nagara River Ukai and a brilliant fireworks display. A magical summer night awaits on the water.
A historic dance festival held in front of Gujo Hachiman Station to celebrate the opening of the Etsuminan Line. Experience the vibrant energy of traditional Japanese summer nights.
Experience the Akiba Matsuri in Ima-machi, where green bamboo decorations and traditional dances create a mystical summer night atmosphere.
Aug 9Starts in 6 days
Watch dancers aim for the top title! Experience the intense Gujo Odori competition held on the wide streets of Shineicho.
Aug 10Starts in 7 days
Experience the mystical night of traditional dance and prayers to the God of Fire in the historic streets of a castle town.
Aug 11
Experience the soul of a Japanese summer through Urabon-e. From the quiet reverence of ancestral prayers to the lively energy of Bon Odori dances, discover the traditions that define this beautiful season.
Aug 13
Experience powerful traditional dances and music in a narrow 4-meter street. Immerse yourself in the heat of a Japanese summer night amidst a beautiful, historic townscape.
Aug 18
Witness a high-energy group dance competition in matching yukata! Experience the vibrant rhythm and traditional spirit of a Japanese summer night.
Aug 19
Experience the magic of light and water with lantern-lit paths and river fireworks. A perfect way to discover the elegant, traditional side of a Japanese summer night.
Aug 20
Experience the fervor of the historic Gujo Odori in the streets of Kami-Masugata-cho. A special night of traditional dance and rhythm to celebrate health and prosperity.
Aug 24
Experience a grand musical fireworks show with 10,000 shells! A spectacular live performance that lights up the Gero Onsen night sky.
Aug 2
Experience a magical night of Gujo Odori at Shiroyama Park. Dance amidst the beautiful silhouettes of the castle ruins for a truly unforgettable summer memory.
One of the seven great Gujo Odori festivals from the Edo period. Experience a traditional summer night illuminated by the iconic large lanterns on Honmachi Street.
Aug 1
