Dates not yet confirmed. The organiser has not announced this edition. The dates below follow the festival's usual pattern and are our best estimate; check the official site before booking around them.
The early-summer lilac-blossom festival at Odori, with the Hokkaido Wine Garden, Lilac Music stage and 400 lilac trees in bloom, plus local vintages by glass.
Dates and details checked June 2, 2026 by Elliot Marsh against the organiser's site.
Hotels in Sapporo around 20 to 31 May 2027, dates pre-filled. Prices and availability open on the partner site.
Sapporo Lilac Festival runs 20 to 31 May. These are the food tours and tastings in Sapporo to book for the days around it; most cancel free up to 24 hours ahead.
Guided tour · 2.5 hours
Discover the flavors of Hokkaido on a guided tour of Sapporo's Nijo Market. Taste fresh seafood, enjoy a sushi brunch, and explore local specialties and history.
Guided tour · 3 hours
Explore Sapporo’s beer scene with a local guide. Taste 10 craft beers across 3 breweries, discover the stories behind the brews, and enjoy a stress-free evening.
Guided tour · 3 hours
Discover Sapporo's culinary delights on a guided food tour. Enjoy a full dinner course with fresh seafood, BBQ lamb, and dessert, and sip on 3 or more drinks.
Address: Odori Park, Chuo-ku, Sapporo 060-0042, Japan
10-14 Jun 2027
Yosakoi Soran Festival
Festival food stalls
23 Jul to 18 Aug 2027
Sapporo Summer Festival
Beer-and-jingisukan
21 Nov to 25 Dec
Sapporo White Illumination
German Christmas Market food
18-31 May 2027
Sapporo Ramen Show
Ramen festival
4-11 Feb 2027
Sapporo Snow Festival
Hokkaido festival food
12 Sep to 4 Oct
Sapporo Autumn Fest
Hokkaido seasonal food
