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BAYFES 2026 brings two afternoons and evenings of live music to Bayside Place Hakata on Saturday 5 and Sunday 6 September. The waterfront venue is beside Hakata Port, not beside Hakata Station, so visitors should allow time for a bus or taxi.
The program combines Japanese independent music with artists connected to Taiwan and other international scenes. A pre-party called Hakata Paradise is also planned at Hakata Port Tower on Friday 4 September.
Dates, hours and venue
| 5 September | 14:00–21:00 |
|---|---|
| 6 September | 14:00–20:30 |
| Venue | Bayside Place Hakata, 13-6 Chikkohonmachi |
| Pre-party | Hakata Paradise at Hakata Port Tower on 4 September |
| Main area | Bayside Stage and surrounding festival zones |
Saturday 5 September lineup
The first day features Kan Sano in a band set, Reitaro Kimyo, Haku., Kurumi and zoo zoo sea. The mix ranges from groove-driven jazz and pop to alternative and local singer-songwriter sounds.
Artist names and set times may appear only in Japanese on the official page. Check the final timetable before travelling and keep a screenshot if mobile reception becomes crowded near the stage.
Sunday 6 September lineup
The second day lists MAJOR FORCE, C.O.S.A., Taiwanese band It's Your Fault, TAMTAM, Ana and the Momoko Iwasaki Foundation. It is the stronger day for visitors interested in cross-border independent and alternative music.
The event is outdoors by the water. Evening wind can feel cooler than central Hakata, while the afternoon can still be hot. Bring sun protection, water and a light outer layer without carrying an oversized bag into the crowd.
Important: boat-stage information is not yet reliable
The current official page still shows a boat-stage section with the day written as Saturday 6 September and includes references to BAYFES 2025. In 2026, 6 September is Sunday. Because the year, weekday and surrounding labels conflict, do not treat the displayed boarding time, capacity, T-shirt purchase or payment rules as confirmed 2026 information.
If the boat stage is important to your visit, wait for a corrected official announcement or ask the venue directly. The Bayside Stage lineup and the event dates above are separately presented as 2026 information.
Getting to Bayside Place Hakata
From Hakata Station, buses for Hakata Futo/Bayside Place are the practical public-transport option; a taxi is useful for a group or late return. From Tenjin, local buses also run toward Hakata Port. Routes and stop numbers can change, so use the current Nishitetsu bus planner on the day.
Driving is possible, but waterfront parking and nearby roads can fill during events. Public transport is safer if you plan to stay for the evening. Build in extra time for the walk from the bus stop and for finding the correct festival zone.
- Keep cash as a backup for small festival purchases.
- Check the last bus or arrange a taxi before the final set.
- Follow staff instructions around the port and passenger areas.
Official confirmation
The 2026 lineup and dates were checked on 27 August 2026. The boat-stage section remains inconsistent and is intentionally excluded from confirmed guidance.
