A summer night where large-shell fireworks and music-synchronized displays echo across the broad Ibi River
Gifu Shimbun Ogaki Fireworks Festival
The 2026 edition of Gifu Shimbun Ogaki Fireworks Festival has ended.
Festival information
EVENT INFORMATION- Dates
- 2026/07/25Ended
- Season / frequency
- The 4th Saturday or the last Saturday of July every year / Every year
- Location
- Along the Ibi River in Higashimachi, Ogaki City (between Shin-Ibi River Bridge and Ibi Bridge)
- Area
- Gifu Prefecture・Ogaki City(From Tokyo: approx. 2 h–2 h 30 min · bullet train + connecting train)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.
- Features
- Participation / viewing
- Spectators welcome
- Participation fee
- Free
- Last updated
- 2026/10/19
A fireworks festival along the Ibi River in Higashimachi, Ogaki City, where large-shell fireworks and music-synchronized displays light up the summer night sky. It began in 1957 as a program held in conjunction with the Suito Festival and reached its 70th edition in 2026.
About Gifu Shimbun Ogaki Fireworks Festival
The Gifu Shimbun Ogaki Fireworks Festival is a fireworks event in Ogaki City hosted by Gifu Shimbun and Gifu Broadcasting.
Held in conjunction with the Suito Festival, it lights up the summer night sky along the Ibi River.
It began in 1957 as the “Suito Fireworks Festival” and will reach its 70th edition in 2026.
It is a signature local summer event closely connected to Ogaki’s waterside setting.
Source: 岐阜新聞創刊１４５年・第７０回記念 大垣花火大会 | 岐阜新聞デジタル / 岐阜新聞大垣花火大会 - Wikipedia
Festival highlights
The highlight is the variety of fireworks launched against the expansive scenery along the Ibi River.
For 2026, the program was to feature the largest large-shell fireworks in Gifu Prefecture and a music wide star mine spanning approximately 300 meters.
Starmines and set-piece fireworks are also combined, offering a variety of displays, including 10 large-shell fireworks and effects timed to music.
Source: 2026 夏祭り＆花火大会 特集(2ページ目)｜大垣地域ポータルサイト西美濃
A summer night where large-shell fireworks and music-synchronized displays echo across the broad Ibi River
What to expect
Visitors watch the fireworks from the banks of the Ibi River.
For 2026, the event was scheduled to run from 7:30 p.m. to 8:15 p.m. The announced program was to include starmines, set-piece fireworks, music-synchronized fireworks, and large-shell fireworks.
A postponement date is set in the event of severe weather or rising water levels, and plans may change depending on the weather and river conditions on the day.
How to take part
No information is provided on how the general public can take part in the fireworks-launching event.
Visitors can enjoy watching the fireworks from around the venue.
In 2026, admission may be refused depending on crowding, so be mindful of traffic restrictions and congestion in the area when heading to the venue.
Location and access
- Venue and address
Along the Ibi River in Higashimachi, Ogaki City, between Shin-Ibi River Bridge and Ibi Bridge.
- Train and bus
Take a Meihan Kintetsu Bus from Ogaki Station, get off at Softopia Japan, then walk about 30 minutes.
There is also information indicating a 20-minute walk from Higashi-Ōgaki Station on the Tarumi Railway Tarumi Line.
- By car
Traffic restrictions are in place around the venue.
The use of public transportation is recommended.
- Parking
There is no parking around the venue.
There are 0 parking spaces for both large buses and regular cars.
Source: 大垣花火大会｜イベント｜岐阜県観光公式サイト 「岐阜の旅ガイド」
Address Around the banks of the Ibi River in Higashimachi, Ogaki City, Gifu Prefecture
Dates and season
2026 Event Information (The listed dates have passed)
The 2026 event was scheduled for July 25 (Saturday), from 7:30 p.m. to 8:15 p.m.
In the event of severe weather or rising water levels, the event was to be postponed to August 29 (Saturday).
The event takes place in summer and is usually held on the 4th Saturday or the last Saturday of July.
Accommodation and hotels PR
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Prices and availability are current at the time of retrieval. For multi-night stays, only the first night’s price is shown. Confirm the final price and directions to the venue with the booking provider. Select your dates again when using the area search link. Search area: within 3 km of Central Gifu Prefecture / Ogaki City (the search is not centered on the festival venue)
Tips for your visit
There is no parking near the venue, so visitors are advised to use public transportation.
Traffic restrictions were planned for 2026, and entry may be refused depending on crowding.
The event will be postponed to August 29 in the event of severe weather or rising water levels, so check its status before heading out.
Nearby attractions
For attractions near the venue, the official Gifu Prefecture tourism website lists related spots such as Musubi Shrine, the well at Kagano Hachiman Shrine, and the Minoji Ich里-zuka.
Musubi Shrine is described as a shrine associated with matchmaking, while the well at Kagano Hachiman Shrine is presented as a natural spring spot.
Both are facilities associated with the area around the fireworks venue.
大垣八幡神社
岐阜県大垣市にある神社
大垣城
岐阜県大垣市にあった城
大垣市守屋多々志美術館
岐阜県大垣市にある美術館
大垣市歴史民俗資料館
岐阜県大垣市の博物館
大垣市郷土館
岐阜県大垣市にある博物館
御首神社
岐阜県大垣市荒尾町にある神社
Origins and History of Gifu Shimbun Ogaki Fireworks Festival
The predecessor to the Ogaki Fireworks Festival was a fireworks display held at Ogaki Park during the 1948 Suito Festival.
The current event, hosted by the Gifu Shimbun, began in 1957 as the “Suito Fireworks Festival,” a program held in conjunction with the Suito Festival.
It continued at different venues, including the Kuise River, Kita Park, and Miki Park. In 2023, after a period of cancellations, it was held for the first time in 4 years.
Official information
The Gifu Shimbun Digital event listing for the “70th Anniversary Ogaki Fireworks Festival” provides information on the 2026 schedule, venue, access, and postponement conditions.
Gifu Shimbun Ogaki Fireworks Festival at a Glance
The Gifu Shimbun Ogaki Fireworks Festival is a fireworks event that began in 1957 and is held along the Ibi River in Higashimachi, Ogaki City.
For 2026, the program was scheduled for July 25 and was to include large-shell fireworks, starmines, set-piece fireworks, and a music wide star mine spanning approximately 300 meters.
There is no parking near the venue, and visitors are advised to use public transportation.
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Article updated: 2026/10/19
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