Yui-Shiori
About 3,000 Fireworks and the Grand Finale, Seeing Off Summer on a Friday Night
KanagawaLeisure

About 3,000 Fireworks and the Grand Finale, Seeing Off Summer on a Friday Night

About this spot

Held on August 28, 2026 (Friday), this Shonan fireworks festival adorns the last Friday of August. Approximately 3,000 fireworks launched from the mouth of the Sagami River are distinctively characterized by their proximity to the viewing area—the sound reverberates through your body. The rapid succession of starburst effects culminating in the grand finale of large chrysanthemum bursts filling the night sky make you truly feel the end of summer. Experience the special appeal of a local fireworks festival with an unhurried viewing experience, quite different from the large-scale events held in urban centers.

Fireworks details

Name: 湘南ひらつか花火大会

Date & time: 8/28 (Fri) 19:00–20:00

Venue: 平塚・ひらつかタマ三郎漁港

Shells: approx. 3,000

Source: city.hiratsuka.kanagawa.jp

Tips

Check the official festival announcement for any weather-related postponements. After the festival ends, the walk back to Hiratsuka Station will be crowded, so take your time and savor the afterglow as you stroll leisurely—it's about a 25-minute walk to the station.

Best time to visit

Timed to coincide with the 19:00–20:00 start time. Be sure not to miss the grand finale chrysanthemum burst

Access & map

Kanagawa Prefecture, Hiratsuka City, Sengoku-kawagishi, Sagami River Mouth

Model course featuring this spot

2026 Shonan Hiratsuka Fireworks Festival Full-Day Course

Kanagawa

Explore features & model courses

Like this spot? Sign up free to save it to your own booklet as a plan or a want-to-go.

About 3,000 Fireworks and the Grand Finale, Seeing Off Summer on a Friday Night (Kanagawa) | Things to Do & Highlights | Yui (栞)