Events in Kyoto in July 2027
Kyoto event dates for July 2027 are still being announced. Start with the planning leads and the city guide below — the lineup firms up closer to July.
Kyoto's July 2027 lineup is still being announced — planning leads below.
By TripSapien Research · Updated May 20, 2026
Sourced events
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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Planning leads
Early leads on events still lining up. Exact dates and details firm up closer to your trip.
- Jul 1 - Jul 31
Kyoto. The Gion Festival (祇園祭, Gion Matsuri) is one of the largest and most famous festivals in Japan, taking place annually during the month of July in Kyoto.
Planning lead · dates set closer in · Source: festival calendar
- Jul 10
Gion Matsuri Hoko-iri Ceremony
A sacred ceremony where the floats are blessed and prepared for the upcoming parade.
Planning lead · details firm up closer in · Source: festival research
- Jul 14 - Jul 16
Gion Matsuri Yoiyama Evenings
Evening events featuring illuminated floats, street food stalls, and traditional performances leading up to the grand procession.
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.
- Marine Day · publicJul 19
- Long weekendJul 17–Jul 19
Holiday data: date-holidays (ISC/CC-BY-3.0).
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