Events in Nara in November 2026
Nara event dates for November 2026 are still being announced. Start with the planning leads and the city guide below — the lineup firms up closer to November.
Nara's November 2026 lineup is still being announced — planning leads below.
By TripSapien · Updated August 24, 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.
- Nov 1
Nara Tōka-e Lantern Festival
An annual event where thousands of lanterns are lit around Nara Park, illuminating the temples and shrines in a beautiful nighttime display.
Planning lead · details firm up closer in · Source: festival research
- Nov 7 - Nov 8
Nara Marathon Expo
The expo held prior to the Nara Marathon featuring local crafts, foods, and marathon-related events.
Planning lead · details firm up closer in · Source: festival research
- Nov 8
Nara Marathon 2026
Annual marathon event running through historic sites in Nara city, attracting runners from across Japan and internationally.
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.
- Culture Day · publicNov 3
- Labor Thanksgiving Day · publicNov 23
- Long weekend with bridge dayOct 31–Nov 3
- Long weekendNov 21–Nov 23
Holiday data: date-holidays (ISC/CC-BY-3.0).
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