EARLY SUMMER FESTA 2026 -Music and Beer- will be held at Umikaze Park in Yokosuka from April 25 to May 17, 2026. Set in a seaside park with an open lawn area, the event brings together live music, craft beer, food trucks, and other seasonal activities.

During the event period, a special stage will be set up in the lawn area of Umikaze Park, where artists from a variety of genres are scheduled to perform. On live performance days, the “Craft Beer Election 2026 in Umikaze Park” will also be held, offering visitors the chance to enjoy selected craft beers from around Japan while spending time by the sea.

Event Overview

Event Title
EARLY SUMMER FESTA 2026 -Music and Beer-

Period
April 25 (Sat) – May 17 (Sun), 2026

Dates Without Live Performances
No live performances are scheduled on April 27, April 28, May 7, and May 11–15. The craft beer event is also held only on live performance days.

Weather Policy
The event is scheduled to be held in rainy weather, but may be canceled in case of severe weather.

Venue

Umikaze Park
3-23 Heiseicho, Yokosuka, Kanagawa

Official Website
EARLY SUMMER FESTA 2026 official website

Contact
Planning Division, Culture, Sports and Tourism Department, Yokosuka City Hall
TEL: 046-822-8427
Weekdays, 8:30 a.m. – 5:15 p.m.

Organizer
EARLY SUMMER FESTA Executive Committee

What Is EARLY SUMMER FESTA 2026?

EARLY SUMMER FESTA 2026 -Music and Beer- is an early-summer festival held at Umikaze Park, a seaside park in Yokosuka. The event combines outdoor live music with craft beer, food, and other activities, creating a relaxed setting where visitors can enjoy the sea breeze and the open atmosphere of the park.

The main stage will feature live performances by artists from a wide range of genres. The performance schedule includes multiple dates during the event period, with different artists appearing depending on the day. Please check the official website for the latest lineup, ticket information, opening times, and performance details.

Live Music at Umikaze Park

A special stage will be installed in the lawn area of Umikaze Park for live performances. The lineup includes artists from various music genres, with performances scheduled on selected dates between April 25 and May 17.

Tickets are required to watch the live performances. Please access the ticket page from the official event website to purchase tickets and confirm the latest entry conditions. Opening and start times, performers, and event rules may change, so visitors are encouraged to check the official website before visiting.

Craft Beer Election 2026 in Umikaze Park

On live performance days, the “Craft Beer Election 2026 in Umikaze Park” will be held as a beer event featuring domestic craft beers. Visitors can enjoy 20 selected craft beers chosen from more than 280 craft beers handled by DREAMBEER.

After tasting the beers, visitors can vote for the beer they enjoyed most at the voting corner.

Craft Beer Event Period
April 25 (Sat) – May 17 (Sun), 2026
Held only on live performance days

Hours
10:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m.
Hours may change depending on conditions.

Admission to the Beer Area
Free

Beer Price
Craft beer from 900 yen

Food
Food trucks are scheduled to sell food separately.

Payment
Cashless payment only
Credit cards, electronic money, and QR code payments are accepted.

Alcohol will not be sold to anyone whose age cannot be verified as 20 or older. Driving after drinking alcohol is prohibited by law. Visitors who drink alcohol must use public transportation, a designated driver service, or another safe means of transportation.

Food Trucks and Other Contents

Food trucks are scheduled during the event period, offering items that pair well with craft beer, including grilled beef tongue skewers, fried chicken, fried blowfish, tuna cutlet burgers, American-style burgers, chili cheese dogs, jerk chicken, stone-oven pizza, fish and chips, coffee, shaved ice, and other food and drink options.

In addition to music and beer, selected dates will feature related activities and booths. From May 3 to May 5, a three-day program related to fireworks, photography, and candles is also scheduled. The program includes hands-on activities such as a senko-hanabi sparkler workshop, a children’s photography activity, and a candle workshop by CANDLE JUNE. Some programs have limited capacity and may close once all spots are filled.

Tickets and Important Notes

Live performance viewing requires a ticket. Visitors should purchase tickets through the ticket page linked from the official event website and check the latest information for each performance.

For live performances, tickets are generally required for visitors age 3 and older. A separate drink charge may be required upon entering the live area. Visitors may also be asked to present official photo identification for identity verification.

The event is planned to be held in rainy weather. In case of severe weather, natural disasters, or other unavoidable circumstances, performances may be canceled. Please check the official website and official social media for updates before visiting.

Umbrellas cannot be used inside the live area during rainy weather. Visitors should prepare rainwear such as a raincoat or windbreaker. Photography, video recording, and audio recording of performing artists are prohibited inside the live area.

Event rules, performers, and other details may change without prior notice. Please check the official website for the latest notices, ticket rules, and venue guidelines.

Access to Umikaze Park

Umikaze Park is located in Heiseicho, Yokosuka, along the waterfront.

By Train
About a 15-minute walk from Kenritsu-daigaku Station on the Keikyu Line.

Approximate travel times by train are 35 minutes from Yokohama Station, 57 minutes from Shinagawa Station, 58 minutes from Shin-Yokohama Station, and 68 minutes from Shimbashi Station.

By Car
From National Route 16, turn toward Heiseicho at the Yasuura 2-chome intersection and continue for about 700 meters.

Parking is available, but spaces are limited and the area is expected to be crowded during the event. Visitors are encouraged to check surrounding traffic information in advance and consider using public transportation.

Street parking and unauthorized parking at nearby facilities are prohibited.

Enjoy Early Summer by the Sea in Yokosuka

With live music, selected craft beers, food trucks, and seaside activities, EARLY SUMMER FESTA 2026 -Music and Beer- offers a lively way to enjoy the beginning of summer in Yokosuka.

Whether you are visiting for a concert, craft beer tasting, food, or a relaxed walk through Umikaze Park, the event offers an easy way to spend an early-summer day by the sea in Yokosuka.