Summer Festival in the Forest: Food Stalls, Carnival Booths, and Bon Dancing
About this spot
The summer festival is held in the west entrance area of Musashi-Kyoryo National Forest Park, running for two days on August 8-9, 2026. Food stalls and carnival booths line the west entrance area, operating from 5 PM onwards. As night falls, the bon dance circle expands, and you can enjoy the festive atmosphere in a calm setting surrounded by trees. Unlike urban festivals, this offers a unique summer festival experience in a lush, green environment.
Season & hours
Name: 森林公園夏まつり・納涼盆踊大会
Date & time: 8/8 (Sat)–8/9 (Sun) Time TBA(17時以降は西口エリアのみ)
Venue: 比企郡滑川町・国営武蔵丘陵森林公園 西口エリア
Food stalls
Where: 西口エリア(屋台・縁日コーナー)
※Based on previous years. Stall lineups change year to year. Please check the official site for the latest details.
Turn this into a day plan with stall time includedTips
From 5 PM onwards, operations are limited to the west entrance area, so relocate from other areas early. Insects are common in the forest at night, so bring insect repellent. Watch out for congestion in parking and public transportation on the way home.
Best time to visit
From 5 PM onwards. The most lively time is from 7 PM onwards when the bon dance is in full swing.
Access & map
Saitama, Hiki County, Namikawa Town·Musashi-Kyoryo National Forest Park West Entrance Area
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2026 Musashi-Kyoryo Forest Park Summer Festival & Bon Dance Festival: Full-Day Course
Saitama
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