Katori City (香取市) in Chiba Prefecture is throwing a one-day festival at its largest park this autumn. Tachibana Park Fes 2026 (たちばなパークフェス2026) marks 20 years since the city’s municipal merger, and it mixes a stage program of live acts and DJs with food, a market and a long list of hands-on activities for kids, adults and even dogs.
If you are looking for a relaxed weekend day out with the family, here is a quick guide to when and where it takes place, who is playing, what you can try, and which details you still need to confirm on the official site.
Date, venue and organizer
The festival runs for a single day, on a Saturday. Here are the basics from the city’s announcement.
| Event | Tachibana Park Fes 2026 (Katori City 20th merger anniversary project) |
|---|---|
| Date | Saturday, November 7, 2026 |
| Hours | 10:00–16:00 |
| Venue | Tachibana Fureai Park (橘ふれあい公園) |
| Address | 1 Nira, Katori, Chiba 289-0406 (〒289-0406 千葉県香取市仁良1) |
| Organizer | Katori City |
| Admission | Not stated in the announcement. Check the official site. |
| Official sites | Event site Park website |
Live and DJ lineup
This year the festival adds a music program on top of its usual hands-on activities. Two live acts and four DJs are announced.
| Type | Performers |
|---|---|
| Live | bird un |
| DJ | Notsuya Ryuchang SEEYAH fr O.H.C Spyda |
Set times were not included in the announcement, so look at the official event site closer to the day if there is an act you don’t want to miss.
Activities and workshops
The real draw for families is the activity list. Some are on the water, some are for dogs, and a few let kids try things they rarely get to do, like sitting in an excavator.
| Group | What’s on |
|---|---|
| With your dog | Dog-friendly kayaking Dog run |
| Water and play | Water BIG Roller (水上BIGローラー) Chiba-kun bouncy dome (チーバくんふわふわドーム) |
| Try it yourself | Excavator ride Skateboard experience and contest Bushcraft |
| Workshops | Workshops ART WORKSHOP with PRAN |
| Learning | JAL Sora-iku (JAL空育), back again by popular demand |
| Food and shopping | Kitchen cars Market |
Kitchen cars and a market are on site, but the announcement doesn’t list vendors or which payment methods they accept. Bringing some cash along with your usual card or app is the safe choice at outdoor events. If you are still setting up payments in Japan, our guide to credit cards for foreigners in Japan covers which card to get first.
About Tachibana Fureai Park
Tachibana Fureai Park is the biggest general park in Katori. It sits right next to Tachibana Weir (橘堰), a historic scenic spot that locals have long enjoyed.
- Adventure-style play areas for kids
- A walking path along the water
- A park golf course
- A campground and barbecue area for all ages
For the latest on the facilities, see the park website.
Before you go
A few things the announcement leaves open. Confirm them on the official sites first:
- Admission: no fee is mentioned, so don’t assume either way.
- Access and parking: not covered in the announcement.
- Activity details: sign-up, time slots and costs for each activity are still being announced.
- Dogs: there is a dog run and dog-friendly kayaking, but check the rules for pets on site.
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FAQ
- When and where is Tachibana Park Fes 2026?
- Saturday, November 7, 2026, from 10:00 to 16:00 at Tachibana Fureai Park, 1 Nira, Katori, Chiba 289-0406.
- Is admission free?
- The announcement doesn’t mention an admission fee, so check the official event site before you go.
- Can I bring my dog?
- The program includes a dog run and kayaking you can do with your dog. Check the official site for the rules on pets.
- How do I get there, and is there parking?
- Access and parking details aren’t in the announcement. See the park website or the official event site.
- Will more activities be added?
- Yes. Katori City says details on activities and workshops will be released in stages.
Source: Katori City press release (PR TIMES, October 23, 2026). Details may change, so check the official event site for the latest information.
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