If you haven’t confirmed your dates or if you’re flexible, why not plan your trip around some of Niseko’s spectacular events. Whether winter, spring, summer or autumn, there’s sure to be something that you can make a highlight of your trip.
Summer
Late April – Early May
Hanazono Summer Gondola Opens
The same gondola cabins for Symphony Gondola in winter are on the Hanazono 1 cables during summer to enable guests to access the top station of Hanazono 1, enjoying a walk in the air.
Mid-May
Niseko Gravel Spring Ride
Niseko’s newest cycling event takes riders through remote forests, up mountains and across mellow farmlands.
Early June
Yosakoi Soran Festival
Odori Park and other parts of Sapporo turn into a stage for thousands of energetic dancers wearing colourful costumes.
Mid-June
Niseko Classic
Test your legs and lungs against Japan’s best for this official World UCI Gran Fondo event – one of 26 event locations worldwide.
Early July
Furubira Fire Festival
This spectacular festival in the coastal town of Furubira helps ensure safety at sea and big catches of seafood.
Mid-July
Kyogoku Cold Water Festival
Celebrate the region’s abundance of spring water at the Kyogoku spring with this uniquely Japanese rural Hokkaido festival.
Mid-July – mid-August
Niko Niko Festival / Kutchan Potato Festival / Niseko Fireworks Festival / Hirafu Matsuri
Niseko’s towns, villages and ski resorts come alive with the sounds, sights and smells of matsuri season.
Mid-July – mid-August
Sapporo Summer Festival
An epic food, beer and dance festival celebrating summer in Odori Park, centred around a 1km-long beer garden | Details
Early August
Jolly Fox International
Join in the famous Jolly Fox Niseko – includes three rounds, ¥5m hole-in-one, ¥1m putting contest and Gala Awards Dinner | Details
Early August
Hanazono Hill Climb
Watch or join this cycling sprint from the local CBD in Kutchan to the mountain-top Goshiki onsen | Details
Late August
Noboribetsu Hell Festival
Witness the gates of Jigokudani (Hell Valley) open and the Ogre of Hell and his friends emerge to walk the streets of Noboribetsu | Details
Early September
NAC Trail Run
Take on mighty Mt Annupuri sans chairlifts in this 5km, 10km or 30km up/down/cross-country race – rain, hail or shine | Details
Mid-September
Niseko Marathon Festival
A fun-run event in and around the hills of Niseko that has been an annual event for more than 30 years | Details
Late September
Niseko Gravel Autumn Ride
Niseko’s newest cycling event takes riders through remote forests, up mountains and across mellow farmlands | Details
Mid-October
Konpira Temple Autumn Festival
One of the last festivals of the green-season, marking the transition from autumn to winter (Photo Kutchan Tourism Association) | Details
ACTIVITY SEASONS
1 April – 1 November
Rafting
One of the major activities you can do in Niseko is rafting. Make great memories with your friend and your family this summer.
Early April – early November
Niseko Golf Course Dates
There are three golf courses in Niseko, and half a dozen within an hour’s drive | Details
Late April – mid-October
Hanazono Summer Gondola
Enjoy the ski mountain sans snow in the summer time.
Mid-April – mid-November
Niseko Village Pure
Niseko Village’s Nature Experience Ground “Pure” is a great way to experience Hokkaido through a variety of experiences.
Winter
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