GAOGAO Dinosaur & Forest Music Festival (Autumn) 2026

Dates & time: November 28, 2026 (Sat) - November 29, 2026 (Sun) - Sat Nov 28 (eve festival): 8:30–16:30
- Sun Nov 29 (main event): gates open 8:30, until 16:30 (opening ceremony 9:00)
Price & booking: Free admission (food, goods and workshops are paid at each stall) No reservation needed to enter. Entry for the dinosaur race opens at 8:30 on Sun Nov 29, first come, first served.
Venue & access: Gojo City 50,000-People Forest Park (Gojo Goman-nin no Mori Koen) Free parking. If the park lot is full, use Parking Lots 2, 3 and 4.

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Why You Should Visit

The second edition of a free outdoor festival themed on dinosaurs and music, organized by Horiuchi Fruit Farm, an orchard in Gojo, Nara. It takes place at Gojo City's 50,000-People Forest Park. The main event on Sunday, November 29 features a slapstick dinosaur race, a magic show, a DJ and a live band, plus a gathering of colorful tuk-tuks. On Saturday the 28th, an eve festival offers a chance to try on a dinosaur costume and watch a dance club performance, and food and craft stalls are open on both days. A good day out for families with dinosaur-loving kids.

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Participating Shops

Shop List & Map

Stalls may change.

NOTE

Eve festival (Nov 28)

Try on a dinosaur costume
Dance club performance
The program differs from the main event

Main event (Nov 29)

Slapstick dinosaur race (prizes for the top 3)
Magic and music stage (guest performers on the 29th only)
A gathering of tuk-tuks
The first 100 visitors at opening receive a Horiuchi Fruit Farm grape cup (while supplies last)

* Stalls differ by day and may change

* Inquiries: Horiuchi Fruit Farm 0747-20-8013 (8:00–17:00)

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FAQ

What's the difference between the 28th and 29th?

Saturday the 28th is the eve festival, with dinosaur costume try-ons and a dance club performance. The dinosaur race and guest stage are part of the main event on Sunday the 29th. Some stalls also differ by day.

How do I join the dinosaur race?

Entry opens at the venue at 8:30 on Sunday the 29th, first come, first served. The top 3 finishers receive prizes.

Is there parking?

Yes, parking is free. If the park lot is full, Parking Lots 2, 3 and 4 are available.