[2026] Autumn & Winter (September–November) Fireworks Festivals and Events

Fireworks that light up Fukuoka’s night sky are not limited to summer. Even in the colder months ahead, powerful bursts will brighten the night during special fireworks festivals. As the temperature drops and the air becomes clearer, the stars shine more vividly, creating a breathtaking backdrop. Against this winter sky, fireworks offer a moving experience quite different from those of summer.

In this article, we introduce fireworks events taking place from October to December.

September

Make a wish come true! Kaiun Fireworks Festival（Fukutsu City）

On the middle day of the Autumn Grand Festival at Miyajidake Shrine, fireworks are launched along with wishes entrusted by people to the Great Deity. Brilliant fireworks bloom across the clear autumn night sky.

Date: Tuesday, September 22, 2026 (National Holiday)
*Cancelled in case of rain. No postponement.

Summer Festival Asakura (Asakura City)

Approximately 1,000 fireworks will light up the night sky, with the finale featuring 10 consecutive launches of 30 cm (1-shaku) shells, a signature attraction of Asakura! Food stalls and other vendors will also line the venue.

Date: Saturday, September 5, 2026

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Hanabi Dorampachi (Fireworks Display) (Kurume City)

This sacred ritual has been passed down for approximately 360 years and is designated as an Intangible Folk Cultural Property of Fukuoka Prefecture. Like bees bursting out of a hive all at once when their nest is disturbed and scattering in a frenzy, sparks fill the night sky amid thunderous explosions.

Date: Tuesday, September 15, 2026
*In case of rain, the fireworks offering will be postponed. The rescheduled date has yet to be determined.

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Akaji Hachimangu Hojo-ya Dedication Fireworks Festival (Kurume City)

This event boasts a history of approximately 300 years. Around 2,000 fireworks are launched from the heart of a residential area, creating a spectacular display of sound and light. Food stalls line the shrine grounds, which become bustling with large numbers of visitors.

Date: Tuesday, September 15, 2026
*Held as scheduled in light rain.

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Wasshoi Hyakuman Summer Festival

A summer tradition in Kitakyushu that attracts more than 1.5 million visitors every year. This year, the festival will be held in September. Highlights include the “Hyakuman Odori,” where thousands of people dance together, spectacular floats and mikoshi, and the “Summer Festival Grand Gathering,” where floats from various parts of the city come together.

Dates: Saturday, September 19 & Sunday, September 20, 2026
*Held rain or shine; cancelled in severe weather (tentative).

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Onga River Iizuka Fireworks Display

A summer tradition in Iizuka City that attracts 100,000 visitors every year. Large-scale fireworks displays, including the spectacular Niagara Falls, light up the night sky. To avoid the effects of extreme summer heat, the event has been held in autumn since 2025.

Date: Friday, September 25, 2026
*In case of severe weather, the event will be postponed to Monday, September 28.

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Yuikirara Lantern Festival

A summer tradition in Iizuka City that attracts 100,000 visitors every year. Large-scale fireworks displays, including the spectacular Niagara Falls, light up the night sky. To avoid the effects of extreme summer heat, the event has been held in autumn since 2025.

Date: Friday, September 25, 2026
*In case of severe weather, the event will be postponed to Monday, September 28.

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October

Kukinoumi Fireworks Festival（Kitakyushu City）

The event date was changed to October starting in fiscal 2025. A fireworks barge is set up on Dokai Bay, where 4,500 fireworks, including large 8-inch shells and starmines (rapid-fire sequences), are launched. Enjoy the spectacular setting unique to fireworks launched over the sea.

Date: Saturday, October 24, 2026

Fukutsu Festival at Aeon Mall Fukutsu（Fukutsu City）

This event combines the promotion of Fukutsu’s local attractions with a traditional autumn festival fair. Enjoy dance performances by local children, powerful taiko drum performances, and more. Fireworks will also be launched from 7:00 p.m. on both days.

Dates: Saturday, October 3 & Sunday, October 4, 2026

*Cancelled in case of severe weather.

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Yame Joyo Festival（Yame City）

Centered around dance and music, the festival also features a lively market and food stalls, with a fireworks display at night that beautifully lights up the skies of Joyo.

Event Days:October 3 (Sat) & 4 (Sun), 2026
*Fireworks: October 3 (Sat) 20:00～20:30

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Chiggo Festival（Chikugo City）

This is the largest festival in Chikugo City, held throughout the lawn area of Chikugo Wide-Area Park. Nearly 100 food stalls and vendors gather each year, offering plenty to enjoy throughout the day. The finale features 75 fireworks lighting up the night sky.

Date: Sunday, October 18, 2026

*Held as scheduled in light rain; cancelled in severe weather.

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Mino de FES 2026（Kurume City）

Featuring live performances by artists, more than 50 vendors, mainly local restaurants, will gather at the event. At night, the venue will be illuminated with light displays and projection mapping, followed by a spectacular fireworks finale.

Date: Sunday, October 18, 2026

*Held as scheduled in light rain; cancelled in severe weather.

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Ashiya Sand Sculpture Exhibition 2025（Ashiya-machi）

Giant sand sculptures created by sculptors from Japan and abroad using the fine sand of Ashiya Beach are truly spectacular! This year’s theme is “A Journey Around the World.” During the event, fireworks can also be enjoyed on Saturdays, Sundays, and public holidays.

Dates: Friday, October 23 to Sunday, November 8, 2026
*Fireworks will be launched only on Saturdays, Sundays, and public holidays.

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Chikushino City Festival: Futsukaichi Onsen & Mt. Tenpai Moon-Viewing Party with Iki-Iki Commerce and Agriculture Fair（Chikushino City）

This historic festival is held every autumn on the night of the harvest moon to commemorate the story of Sugawara no Michizane and comfort his spirit. A sacred fire is lit at Tenpai Park, followed by a variety of stage events and a fireworks display.

Date: Sunday, October 25, 2026
*Held as scheduled in light rain. No postponement.

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Kama City – Ichiyajō Festival（Kama City）

Held every autumn, this event brings the majestic Ichiyajō Castle back to life at the ruins of Masutomi Castle, beautifully illuminated night after night. Each year, it attracts around 10,000 visitors. Spectacular fireworks are also scheduled to light up the sky.

Dates :October 25 (Sun) – November 8 (Sun), 2026
*Illumination: Every night from 18:00～6:00
*Fireworks: Saturday, November 7, around 19:30

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WAGYU FES（Kitakyushu City）

With the concept of “the fusion of Festival and Fes”, the event continues to evolve, aiming to deliver Japan’s very first and one-of-a-kind Wagyu Entertainment.The spectacular fireworks display, which lit up the sky with around 5,000 fireworks last year, is also scheduled again this year.

Event Days:October 11 (Sat) – 13 (Mon, National Holiday), 2025
*Held rain or shine
*Fireworks scheduled for October 13

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November

Kigyosai Festival Yahata2026（Kitakyushu City）

This event began as a commemoration of the opening ceremony of the government-operated Yawata Steel Works. Since 1985, it has been held as a community festival, attracting more than 600,000 visitors every year. Around 300 food stalls line the area around Otani Stadium, with a variety of events taking place one after another, including the “25-Hour Ekiden,” a dance contest, and character shows. The festival concludes with a spectacular fireworks display.

Dates: Saturday, November 7 & Sunday, November 8, 2026
*The fireworks are scheduled for Sunday, November 8.