函館港まつり
Dates for this year have not been announced yet.
Venue
Hakodate Port Area and City Center
Address
Hakodate Port, Hakodate, Hokkaido
Nearest Station
Hakodate Station (walk 10 min)
Hours
Parade: 18:00-21:00 / Fireworks: 19:45
Admission
Free
Overview
Hakodate's largest summer festival featuring the famous Wasshoi Hakodate parade dance. Thousands of participants dance through the streets in colorful happi coats, accompanied by traditional music and massive fireworks over the harbor.
Highlights
Wasshoi Hakodate parade (anyone can join)
Massive fireworks display over the port
Historic waterfront festival atmosphere