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Fukuoka Castle Night Market returns to Maizuru Park for ten evenings from August 7 to 16, 2026. Admission is free, and visitors pay separately for food, drinks, shopping and games.
2026 summer event information
| Dates | August 7–16, 2026 |
|---|---|
| Hours | 16:00–21:00; listed last order 21:00 |
| Venue | Former courthouse site, Maizuru Park |
| Address | 1-1 Jonai, Chuo Ward, Fukuoka |
| Admission | Free; purchases and games cost extra |
What to expect
The programme combines food stalls and kitchen cars with stage performances, DJs, market shopping and Japanese festival games such as target shooting and goldfish scooping. A bon-dance area, yukata discount and mobile photo studio have also been announced. Vendors and performers can vary by day.
Getting there
- Subway: about nine minutes on foot from Akasaka Station Exit 2.
- Bus: about ten minutes on foot from the Akasakamon stop.
- Address: use “Maizuru Park, 1-1 Jonai” rather than only “Fukuoka Castle,” because the park is large.
Public transport is the easiest option. The route from Akasaka Station is busy but straightforward, while parking around the park can fill quickly during summer events.
August heat and weather
The organiser has announced a free water server and shaded space, but this is still an outdoor August event. Carry your own drink, rest before you feel unwell and use the cooler period after sunset if travelling with children. Rain, wind or ground conditions can change the programme.
Check the official Instagram for the day’s vendor list, stage timetable and weather decision.
Official Fukuoka Castle Night Market Instagram
For another illuminated summer outing, see the Miyajidake Shrine Furin Festival. Fireworks dates are in the 2026 Fukuoka fireworks calendar.