Latest Events in Yokohama(June Updated)

Enjoy the "flowers blooming in the night sky" at Yokohama Port. Throughout the year, including winter, the night sky around Yokohama Port is briefly illuminated by fireworks, especially on weekends. Near Yokohama Port (Minatomirai, Osanbashi Pier), the Yokohama Night Flowers Festival is a five-minute fireworks display.

Yokohama Hakkeijima Ocean Park will host a 19-day "Fireworks Symphony" fireworks display from May 30, 2026 (Saturday) to March 21, 2027 (Sunday). This unique fireworks show, created by the ocean park, uses digital control, with the fireworks synchronized with the music to an accuracy of 0.1 seconds. Approximately 2,500 fireworks will be launched over 10 minutes. The fireworks dance to the music, shining and leaping in the night sky, leaving behind a magnificent trail.

The Yokohama English Garden will host a Hydrangea Festival from Monday, May 25th to Sunday, June 28th, 2026. The garden's main display will shift from spring roses to hydrangeas, with approximately 300 varieties of hydrangeas in full bloom. During the festival, a special exhibition of hydrangeas and umbrellas will be set up in a 50-meter-long rose tunnel. Many brightly colored hydrangea pots and flower-shaped umbrellas will be hung, creating a relaxed and cheerful atmosphere for the rainy season.

Yokohama Bay Area will host the summer illumination event "Night of Lanterns" from May 30th to September 23rd, 2026. Now in its seventh year, "Yokohama Night of Lanterns" has become a popular summer tradition in Yokohama. The event venue recreates the streetscape of Hoi An, Vietnam, creating a dreamlike space full of exotic charm, making visitors feel as if they are in a foreign land. To celebrate the museum's 20th anniversary, the number of lanterns decorating the museum has been significantly increased, reaching a record high of 1,000. This year's event is even more spectacular than ever before, with additional photo spots added to the main plaza and three other locations within the museum. These brightly colored lanterns, all handcrafted by Vietnamese artisans, will bring dazzling light to the entire venue. A new highlight is the approximately 4-meter-high "Lantern Cube." Stepping into this space surrounded by lanterns, one is immersed in a magical experience of interwoven light and shadow. In addition, a brand-new photo spot has been set up, inspired by the lantern stalls on the streets of Hoi An. Besides last year's popular Ao Dai dress-up experience and round-trip ticket raffle in partnership with Vietnam Airlines, this year's event also features a variety of programs, including a lantern painting experience for the whole family, and a special "Adult Night" program designed specifically for adults, allowing them to comfortably enjoy the evening.

Marie Antoinette (1755-1793) was one of the most fashionable queens in history, a true "fashion icon" of her time. From the 18th century to the present, her clothing and interior design have had a profound influence on fashion, design, and film. This exhibition explores the innovative spirit and personality of this queen in pioneering new styles across various fields, using clothing, jewelry, and furniture from her era as a framework. Furthermore, the exhibition demonstrates how the "style" shaped by this queen transcends generations, continuing to attract attention and inspire contemporary creators. This exhibition is a world tour from the Victoria and Albert Museum (V&A) in London, and the Yokohama Museum of Art is the first and only venue in Japan to host it.

This summer, embark on a flower-themed picnic and admire over 20,000 hydrangeas at the 26th Hakkeishoma Hydrangea Festival. The free event runs from June 6th to June 28th, allowing you to explore Hakkeishoma (approximately a 30-minute train ride from Yokohama) and its eight hydrangea viewing spots.