Events in Fukuoka in August 2027
Fukuoka event dates for August 2027 are still being announced. Start with the planning leads and the city guide below — the lineup firms up closer to August.
Fukuoka's August 2027 lineup is still being announced — planning leads below.
By TripSapien · Updated August 24, 2026
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Dates for this month are still being announced. Start with the planning leads below, or build the rest of your visit from the city guide.
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Add your dates and we'll build the rest of your trip around these events — every place checked for closures and booking needs.
Planning leads
Early leads on events still lining up. Exact dates and details firm up closer to your trip.
- Aug 1 - Aug 15
Hakata Gion Yamakasa Festival
A famous traditional festival featuring elaborately decorated floats carried through the streets of Fukuoka.
Planning lead · details firm up closer in · Source: festival research
- Aug 5 - Aug 31
Fukuoka Asian Art Triennale 2027
An international contemporary art exhibition showcasing Asian artists, held at various venues in Fukuoka.
Planning lead · details firm up closer in · Source: festival research
- Aug 14
Fukuoka Summer Fireworks Festival
A spectacular fireworks display over Hakata Bay attracting thousands of spectators.
Planning lead · details firm up closer in · Source: festival research
Holidays, observances & long weekends
Holiday and observance schedules can affect services and venue hours; confirm each place directly.
- Mountain Day · publicAug 11
Holiday data: date-holidays (ISC/CC-BY-3.0).
Seasonal notes
- Ohori Park — seasonal note: A fireworks festival is held here every August.
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Turn these August events into a full Fukuoka plan, every place checked for closures, limited hours, and booking needs on your dates.