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Enjoy a Full Driving Break at the Large Observation Wheel and Hot Spring Facility

About this spot

A rest facility with its distinctive large observation wheel, located just off the expressway interchange. From the observation wheel, you can see the Ishikari Plain in full view, perfect for enjoying scenery during your journey. Inside the facility are hot spring baths, dining areas, and shops, allowing you to relax and ease the fatigue of driving. There are also abundant play equipment for children, making it the ideal spot for families to spend the afternoon before the fireworks festival.

Fireworks details

Name: 砂川納涼花火大会

Date & time: 8/8 (Sat) Time TBA

Venue: 砂川オアシスパーク周辺

Shells: approx. 3,000

2026年8月8日(土)、市民公園を舞台に開催される第54回砂川納涼花火大会です。約3,000発の花火が、池のある公園の夜空に次々と打ち上がります。水面が穏やかなため、花火が池に映り込む美しい光景も見どころのひとつ。昼間に楽しんだドライブ休憩や公園散策の1日を締めくくる、北海道の夏らしいのびやかな花火大会です。

Tips

荒天時は中止となる場合があるため、当日は砂川市の公式発表を確認しましょう。終了後は駐車場や周辺道路が混み合うため、少し時間をおいてからの移動がおすすめです。北海道の夜は涼しいので防寒対策を。

Food stalls

Food stalls: Yes

※WalkerPlus 2026年開催情報に「当日は屋台やキッチンカーも並び、グルメを楽しみながら」と明記（2026-08-08開催予定）. Stall lineups change year to year. Please check the official site for the latest details.

Turn this into a day plan with stall time included

Source: hanabi.walkerplus.com

Tips

The observation wheel charges an additional fee. If using the hot spring facility, prepare towels. During summer holidays, the parking lot can get crowded, so arriving early is recommended.