NIGHT PICNIC 2026

Why You Should Visit

A cultural experiment at night in Kobe's Higashi Yuenchi Park, themed 'Dress code: unguarded — public nighttime play.' Features picnic food, ambient music, light art, dance performances, and talk sessions. Held in several rounds across the year. Free admission.

Schedule

7月

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8月

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10月

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Round 2 Jul 28–Aug 3　17:00–22:00 Round 3 Oct 20–26　15:00–21:00

Programs

Timetable & Map

Participating Shops

Shop List & Map

Food & drink vendors rotate daily (17:00–22:00 each day). Lineup subject to change without notice.

Essentials

location: Higashi Yuenchi Park
period: July 28, 2026 (Tue) - August 3, 2026 (Mon)
Time: 17:00〜22:00
cost: Free
Links: Official Website
access: About 10 min walk from Sannomiya Station (JR / Hankyu / Hanshin) / About 3 min from Kencho-mae Station (Kobe Municipal Subway)
TAGS
NOTE: 2026 ROUNDS
· Round 1: May 26 (Tue) – May 29 (Fri), 16:00–21:00 (ended)
· Round 2: Jul 28 (Tue) – Aug 3 (Mon), 17:00–22:00
· Round 3: Oct 20 (Tue) – Oct 26 (Mon), 15:00–21:00

PROGRAM
· Picnic food from Hyogo restaurants
· Ambient music and light art installations
· Dance performances
· Talk sessions and dialogue programs with special guests

2026 THEME
'Dress code: unguarded — public nighttime play'

Organized by: URBAN PICNIC (Livable City Initiative)
Planning & Operation: Riverworks Co., Ltd.

出典: NIGHT PICNIC 公式サイト

FAQ

Is there an admission fee?

Admission is free. Everyone is welcome!

What programs are available?

Enjoy a variety of night-park experiences including picnic food, ambient music, light and video art, dance performances, talk sessions, and dialogue programs.

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