Shichinohe Summer Festival

Festival highlights

In 2026, the program included Yosakoi Soran, a Super-Spicy Cup Noodle Speed-Eating Contest, a Karaoke Duet Championship, and Bon Odori, among other events.

“Re_Bon Disco” was scheduled for the evening, with fireworks planned for the finale.

There were also food trucks, vendor stalls, and a prize drawing, making it possible to enjoy both the stage program and food.

Source: 【たびくら】第18回しちのへ夏まつり開催のお知らせ | 旅の蔵七戸ネットモール | 七戸町観光情報サイト

A day of participation, music, and fireworks brightening Shichinohe’s summer

What to expect

In 2026, the program began in the afternoon with an opening show and opening ceremony, followed by local performing arts, a speed-eating contest, a preschoolers’ stage performance, and a karaoke championship.

A prize drawing and Bon Odori followed, with fireworks planned for the finale.

The venue is also set up for visitors to enjoy food trucks and vendor stalls.

How to take part

General visitors can watch the events at the venue, and there is also a challenge area open to everyone.

In 2026, entries were invited for the spicy cup-noodle speed-eating contest and the karaoke duo competition.

The conditions for watching and taking part in some activities differ, so please check the information for each activity before participating.

The 2026 Karaoke Duet Championship was listed as an event requiring advance entry via an application form.

The application period was listed as running from July 10 to July 24. A separate registration form for the Super-Spicy Cup Noodle Speed-Eating Contest was also provided.

No application was required for spectators only.

Source: 第18回しちのへ夏まつり｜8/15｜青森県七戸町

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Location and access

Venue

Shichinohe Town Central Park

Address

16-1 Nakano, Shichinohe, Kamikita District, Aomori Prefecture

Address 16-1 Nakano, Shichinohe, Kamikita District, Aomori Prefecture

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Dates and season

2026 event information (the listed dates have passed)

The 2026 Shichinohe Summer Festival was held on August 15 (Saturday).

The announced event hours began at 13:00, and fireworks were scheduled for 19:20.

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Tips for your visit

In 2026, parking was limited, so visitors traveling by car to the area around the venue were advised to use the shuttle bus.

Shuttle buses operate from the Shichinohe and Tenmabayashi districts, with different departure points and service intervals in each district.

If you plan to enter the speed-eating contest or karaoke competition, check the application period and entry requirements.

Nearby attractions

Nearby attractions introduced include Tenmabayashi Onsen, Fukuro no Yu, the rows of pine trees along the Oshu Kaido in Shichinohe, and the Shichinohe Tourism and Exchange Center.

You can consider stopping by these places while attending the festival.

Check each facility’s information before visiting for its operating status and terms of use.

Museums and art museumsShichinohe Town

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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.

Official information

The 2026 event information is posted on the Shichinohe tourism information site, “Tabi no Kura Shichinohe Net Mall.”

For inquiries, contact the Shichinohe Summer Festival Executive Committee Secretariat (inside the Commerce and Tourism Division of Shichinohe Town Hall).

Shichinohe Summer Festival at a Glance

The Shichinohe Summer Festival is a summer event at Shichinohe Town Central Park, where visitors can enjoy stage performances, interactive activities, Bon Odori, and food stalls.

In 2026, the festival was held on August 15, with fireworks planned for the finale.

Some activities were open to everyone, while the speed-eating contest and karaoke championship required advance registration.