Nago Summer Festival

Festival highlights

A major highlight is the fireworks that bring the festival to a close.

Local food and drinks, including Okinawan beer, are sold at the venue, and traditional Eisa drumming and live music are also performed.

The program combines an open-air market with stage events, offering a taste of an Okinawan summer at the harbor venue.

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An Okinawan summer at Nago Fishing Port: a festival of music and fireworks

What to expect

Various activities, live performances, and stage events take place at the festival from midday onward.

Past events have included children’s Eisa performances, local band performances, street dancing, and a taiko festival.

The main way to enjoy the festival is to spend time at the venue sampling food from the stalls and visiting the open-air market, then stay for the fireworks at night.

How to take part

Visitors can watch the event.

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Location and access

Venue and address

On the grounds of Nago Fishing Port (Gusuku, Nago City).

Train and bus

Take Nago West Line 20 from the bus terminal, get off at Nago Crossroads bus stop, and walk for 3 minutes.

The highway bus from Naha Airport to Nago Civic Hall takes 1 hour and 20 minutes. From the drop-off point, it is a 5-minute walk.

Parking

There is no parking at the venue.

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Address Gusuku, Nago City

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Dates and season

2026 event information (the dates listed have passed)

In 2026, it was held from July 25 (Saturday) to July 26 (Sunday).

The event information states that fireworks, stage events, and other activities are held on both days at Nago Fishing Port.

It is usually held in July, but the dates may vary from year to year.

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Tips for your visit

There is no parking at the venue, so if you are driving, take care around local traffic.

If traveling by bus, plan for the walk from Nago Crossroads bus stop or Nago Civic Hall.

The fireworks and stage program, as well as traffic conditions, may change, so it is a good idea to check the latest event information before setting out.

Nearby attractions

Parks and gardensNago City

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Museums and art museumsNago City

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Attractions in the same municipality. Check each attraction’s official website for travel distances from the venue and current opening information.

Origins and History of Nago Summer Festival

Nago Summer Festival began as an event to invigorate local commerce and industry.

It was previously called the “Nago Beer Festival,” but it is now subtitled “Nago Summer Festival: Open-Air Market and Beer Festival.”

There is also a record of fireworks being donated and launched at the 30th festival in 2007. They had come from Expo ’75, whose fireworks show was canceled due to a typhoon.

Official information

Information about Nago Summer Festival is available on the official website of the Nago City Chamber of Commerce and Industry.

Nago Summer Festival at a Glance

Nago Summer Festival is a summer community event held at Nago Fishing Port.

In 2026, it was held on July 25 (Saturday) and the 26th (Sunday), with an open-air market, food and drinks, Eisa drumming, live performances, and fireworks among the advertised attractions.

As there is no parking at the venue, it is best to plan your visit using public transportation, such as buses, together with walking.