Shiga Fireworks Festivals 2026: Dates, Schedule & Access
Last updated: July 12, 2026
Planning to see Japanese fireworks (hanabi) in Shiga in 2026? This calendar lists 3 fireworks festivals across Shiga, with dates running from August 6, 2026 (Thu) to September 16, 2026 (Wed). The largest is Lake Biwa Great Fireworks Festival with about 10,000 fireworks. Dates marked Confirmed are taken from official festival or city websites; Expected dates are estimates based on the usual schedule and will be updated as soon as organizers make official announcements.
Shiga Fireworks Calendar 2026
| Festival | Date & Status | Venue / Access | Fireworks | Admission | Link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lake Biwa Great Fireworks Festival びわ湖大花火大会 |
August 6, 2026 (Thu) 19:30-20:30 Confirmed |
Otsu Port area, Lake Biwa JR Otsu Station / Keihan Biwako-Hamaotsu Station |
10,000 | Mostly paid seats (large paid viewing areas; surrounding areas restricted) | Official site |
| Hikone Kita-Biwako Summer Fireworks Festival 彦根・北びわ湖納涼花火大会 |
August 30, 2026 (Sun) 19:30-19:50 Expected — not yet announced |
Hikone Port jetty area, Lake Biwa JR Hikone Station |
2,500 | Free (no event parking; public transport recommended) | Official site |
| Nagahama Kita-Biwako Great Fireworks Festival (Nagahama-no-Jin) 長浜・北びわ湖大花火大会「長浜の陣」 |
September 16, 2026 (Wed) 20:00-20:20 Confirmed |
Off Ho Park (Toyokouen) on Lake Biwa, Nagahama JR Nagahama Station |
— | Free viewing possible; paid seats S 6,000 / A 3,000 / sheet seat 1,500 yen per day | Official site |
Tips for Visiting Fireworks Festivals in Japan
- Arrive early. Large festivals draw hundreds of thousands of visitors; good free spots fill up 2–4 hours before the show.
- Check the weather. Displays are usually postponed or cancelled in heavy rain — always check the official site (linked above) on the day.
- Trains get crowded. Expect long queues at the nearest station right after the finale; consider waiting 30–60 minutes or walking to a neighboring station.
- Paid seats are sold in advance for most major festivals and are the most comfortable option for visitors.
Looking for other regions? See the full Japan Fireworks Calendar 2026.