A summer festival in Komatsushima, with port-town dances and fireworks lighting up the night sky
Komatsushima Port Festival
The 2026 edition of Komatsushima Port Festival has ended.
Festival information
EVENT INFORMATION- Dates
- 2026/07/18 〜 2026/07/19Ended
- Season / frequency
- Late July / Every year
- Location
- Throughout the Shinko area of Komatsushima-cho, Komatsushima City
- Area
- Tokushima Prefecture・Komatsushima City(From Tokyo: approx. 1 h 15 min–1 h 35 min · 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
- Spectators welcome
- Last updated
- 2026/10/19
The Komatsushima Port Festival is a celebration in Komatsushima City that carries on the history of this port town, bringing color to summer with Awa Odori, folk dancing, and fireworks.
About Komatsushima Port Festival
The Komatsushima Port Festival is a summer celebration held at the port in Komatsushima, Tokushima Prefecture, where visitors can enjoy Awa Odori, folk dancing, fireworks, and more.
It began in 1934, when residents of what was then Komatsushima Town celebrated the completion of the new port.
Today, the main events take place at multiple venues, primarily throughout the Komatsushima Port New Port area.
Source: 小松島港まつり - Wikipedia / 小松島港まつり 公式Webサイト
Festival highlights
Highlights include the Summer Evening Fireworks Display against the harbor backdrop and the distinctly local Awa Odori.
In 2026, the program included an opening ceremony, a hula show, Awa Odori, and an evening of folk dancing, followed the next day by message fireworks and the Summer Evening Fireworks Display.
Awa Odori is performed at Sound House Hall as well as on Nijo and Sanjo Streets.
A summer festival in Komatsushima, with port-town dances and fireworks lighting up the night sky
What to expect
The festival spans several days. On the first day, events include an opening ceremony, a hula show, Awa Odori, and an evening of folk dancing.
The following day, after the message fireworks, the Summer Evening Fireworks Display will be held around the harbor waterfront.
Related events include a youth baseball tournament, an open-house event for a port service boat, and a shogi tournament.
How to take part
The main way to enjoy the festival is to watch Awa Odori, fireworks, and other events at the venue.
The event information does not clearly state whether general visitors can participate as performers in the main events.
Entries were accepted for message fireworks, but applications for 2026 are now closed.
Location and access
- Venue and address
Throughout the Shinko district of Komatsushima-cho, Komatsushima City.
Major events take place at Sound House Hall, along Nijo-dori and Sanjo-dori, and around the quayside in the Shinko district of Komatsushima Port.
- Train and bus
Get off at Minami-Komatsushima Station on the JR Mugi Line; it is a 10-minute walk from there.
- By car
Traffic restrictions are planned around the Shinko quayside and other areas during the festival.
Please take care not to drive into restricted areas.
- Parking
July 19, 2026, paid parking requiring advance reservations is available; there is no free parking.
Free parking areas for motorcycles and for bicycles and motorized bicycles will be provided, but space is limited.
Source: 小松島港まつり | 徳島県観光情報サイト阿波ナビ
Address Shinko area, Komatsushima-cho, Komatsushima City, Tokushima Prefecture
Dates and season
2026 event information (the listed dates have passed)
The event was scheduled for 2 days in 2026: July 18 (Saturday) and the 19th (Sunday).
The program included an opening ceremony, Awa Odori, and an evening of folk dancing on the 18th, followed by message fireworks and the Summer Evening Fireworks Display on the 19th.
The 2026 event dates have passed, so if you are planning to attend, you will need to wait for the next dates to be announced.
Source: 令和８年度小松島港まつり開催日程のお知らせ - 小松島市
Accommodation and hotels PR
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Tips for your visit
Traffic restrictions will be in place around the venue, so you will need to plan your travel with vehicle restrictions in mind, such as by taking the train.
The 2026 fireworks display would go ahead in light rain and be canceled in severe weather, with no postponement.
Flying drones and other small unmanned aircraft at or around the venue is prohibited. Visitors are urged to notify staff if they see any suspicious objects or people.
Nearby attractions
日峰神社
徳島県小松島市中田町にある神社
日峯大神子広域公園
徳島県徳島市と小松島市にまたがる公園
Origins and History of Komatsushima Port Festival
The Komatsushima Port Festival traces its origins to 1934, when residents of what was then Komatsushima Town celebrated the completion of the new port.
It was subsequently passed down as a port festival and developed into an event centered on Awa Odori and fireworks.
Specific details about changes to the event dates and venue over time are not available in the information that could be confirmed.
Official information
小松島港まつり公式Webサイト：小松島港まつり 公式Webサイト
Komatsushima Port Festival at a Glance
The Komatsushima Port Festival is a summer festival in Komatsushima City that originated as a celebration of the completion of the new port.
Its main highlights are Awa Odori, folk dancing, and a fireworks display lighting up the harbor. In 2026, it was held on July 18 and the 19th.
The venue is throughout the Shinko area of Komatsushima-cho. It is a 10-minute walk from Minami-Komatsushima Station. If you are attending on the fireworks day, be sure to check the parking conditions.
Japanese Festivals.jp Editorial Team
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Article updated: 2026/10/19
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