Gobo City Fireworks Festival Venue (Hidaka River riverbed) (御坊市花火大会会場(日高川河川敷))

Flow of the course

About this spot

This is the main viewing hour of the Gobo City Fireworks Festival (御坊市花火大会), with roughly 3,000 fireworks launched from the Hidaka River riverbed (日高川河川敷) for one hour starting at 8:00 PM on Saturday, August 22, 2026. The sight of fireworks reflected on the rippling river surface, spreading light across the water, is a highlight unique to this riverside venue. Looking up at the great blossoms of fire amid the launch sound echoing through the surrounding mountains and the cool night breeze off the river vividly colors a Wakayama summer night. Sit shoulder to shoulder with your family on your picnic sheet and enjoy it fully through the finale's rapid-fire climax.

Fireworks details

Tips

Always check Gobo City's official announcements for whether the event will proceed in case of bad weather. After the show, roads around the venue and parking areas get congested all at once. Lingering at the riverbed to savor the afterglow for a while after the finale before moving can ease the crowds on your way home. Since it gets dark underfoot, a small light is reassuring to bring.

Best time to visit

Time your visit to the 8:00–9:00 PM show. Arrive at your viewing spot 15–20 minutes before the start

Access & map

Hidaka River riverbed, Gobo City, Wakayama (和歌山県 御坊市・日高川河川敷)