Summer festivities in Chitose, brought to life by its shopping districts and Bon Odori
Chitose Citizens’ Summer Festival
The 2026 edition of Chitose Citizens’ Summer Festival has ended.
Festival information
EVENT INFORMATION- Dates
- 2026/07/18 〜 2026/08/21Ended
- Season / frequency
- About 1 month, from mid-July to mid-August each year / Every year
- Location
- Greenbelt Festival Plaza and other venues
- Area
- Hokkaido・Chitose City(From Tokyo: approx. 1 h 30 min–2 h · flight time only)Prefecture-level estimate to a main station or airport, not the venue. Airport access, check-in and onward travel are extra; remote areas and islands can take much longer.
- Highlights and activities
- Participation / viewing
- Open to public participation / spectators welcome
- Last updated
- 2026/10/19
Shopping-district events, , and fireworks displays come together in central Chitose, bringing summer to life with a community-participation festival.
About Chitose Citizens’ Summer Festival
The Chitose Citizens’ Summer Festival is a summer event held in central Chitose, bringing together shopping-district summer festivals, Bon Odori, fireworks displays, and more.
Several shopping districts, local residents, businesses, and related organizations are involved, fostering community connections and bringing the area to life.
The festival offers something for a wide range of ages, from events unique to each shopping district to Bon Odori that invites participation from the community.
Festival highlights
Highlights include the summer festivals held in each shopping district and the Citizens’ Summer Bon Odori Festival.
The Bon Odori features the children’s Bon Odori, Chitose Ondo, and Hokkai Bon Uta around the ; on the final day, it takes the form of a parade through the city center, with participants dancing as they go.
A variety of events bring the festival period to life, including the Sky Beer & Festival and the Chitose Citizens’ Fireworks Display.
Source: 千歳市民夏まつりの開催結果について｜北海道千歳市公式ウェブサイト
Summer festivities in Chitose, brought to life by its shopping districts and Bon Odori
What to expect
Events take place in sequence throughout the festival period, including an opening performance, aircraft flyovers, drumming, summer festivals in each shopping district, and a beer festival.
At the Bon Odori, enjoy the children’s Bon Odori and Chitose Ondo around the yagura, then dance in a parade through the city center.
There is plenty to enjoy beyond watching, including vegetable markets, flea markets, food stalls, and music events at the various venues.
How to take part
The Citizens’ Summer Bon Odori Festival is open to individuals as well as groups.
In 2026, about 1,200 people took part, including 26 groups and individual participants. The event also featured individual participants dancing in costumes of their choice.
A children’s Bon Odori is held too, making it an event that families can easily join; however, participation requirements should be checked for each activity.
Location and access
- Venue and address
Green Belt Omatsuri Square and other venues.
Events are held at several locations around the city.
Source: 千歳市民納涼盆踊り大会 - ちとせの観光【千歳市公式】
Event venue 北海道千歳市 グリーンベルトおまつり広場
This map uses the venue name. Check the official guide for the event area and entrances.
Dates and season
2026 event information (the listed dates have passed)
The 2026 Chitose Citizens’ Summer Festival was held over 35 days, from July 18 to August 21.
Events held during the festival period include the Sky Beer & YOSAKOI Festival, summer festivals in each shopping district, the Chitose Citizens’ Fireworks Display, and the Citizens’ Summer Bon Odori Festival.
On the final day, the Citizens’ Summer Bon Odori Festival featured a parade-style Bon Odori through the city center.
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北海道千歳市にある水族館
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北海道千歳市にある公園
Origins and History of Chitose Citizens’ Summer Festival
The Chitose Citizens’ Summer Festival began in 1975, when summer festivals and Bon Odori were held in the shopping districts.
It later developed into an umbrella name for events including summer festivals organized by several shopping districts in the city center, a community Bon Odori, and fireworks displays.
In 2026, it was held as its 50th edition, commemorating the 100th anniversary of Chitose City’s airport opening.
Official information
The Chitose Citizens’ Summer Festival Executive Committee organizes the festival, and the results of the 2026 event are featured on the official Chitose City website.
Information about the Citizens’ Summer Bon Odori Festival is also available on the official Chitose tourism website.
For inquiries, contact the Chitose Citizens’ Summer Festival Executive Committee Secretariat.
Chitose Citizens’ Summer Festival at a Glance
The Chitose Citizens’ Summer Festival is a summer festival featuring a variety of events over about 1 month in central Chitose and its shopping districts.
Its lineup includes Bon Odori, YOSAKOI, fireworks, and shopping-district events, offering something for both spectators and participants.
In 2026, it was held from July 18 to August 21, and some people joined the Bon Odori individually.
Japanese Festivals.jp Editorial Team
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Article updated: 2026/10/19
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