Niseko Events
Niseko Resort Opening + Operations 2021/22
Nov 01, 2021 - May 05, 2022Get ready for this Winter - the opening dates for the Niseko United resorts are announced, with operations starting from December 3rd, 2021.
Chitose Shikotsu Ice Festival 2022
Jan 29, 2022 - Feb 23, 2022Enjoy the ice sculptures and stunning light displays at the ice festival near Lake Shikotsu. In 2022, special consideration will be given to safety against COVID-19.
Previous Events
2nd Annual Niseko Summer Shootout
Jul 16, 2021 - Sep 13, 2021Instagram photography contest specific to summer activites in Niseko Japan. Win prizes such as accommodation and prizes from Rhythm Japan and Gentemstick!
Niseko Autumn Food Festival 2021
Sep 09, 2021 - Sep 09, 2021The 4th Niseko Autumn Food Festival will be held from Sept 30th to October 3rd in Niseko Village. Mark your calendars!
Niseko Classic 2021
Sep 04, 2021 - Sep 05, 2021The ANA Niseko Classic roadcycling race is ready and scheduled for 10th - 12th September, 2021 after an unfortunate postponement in 2020.
Join the NAC Trail Run this September!
Sep 05, 2021 - Sep 05, 2021In it's 21st year, the trail run around the Annupuri resort is a great challenge for all skill levels!
Handcrafted Works by Nibutani Ainu Craftspeople
Jun 26, 2021 - Sep 01, 2021Authentic Ainu crafts on exhibit from the 26th of June through the 1st of Sep 2021 in Niseko! Get some real Hokkaido culture!
2021 Strider Enjoy Cup Niseko
Sep 09, 2021 - Aug 09, 2021September 18-19 2021 The Strider Enjoy Cup - Niseko Stage - A fun race for the little ones to enjoy the spirit of competition and play
Niseko eMTB demo event
May 01, 2021 - May 05, 2021Try an eMTB (eMountainBike) and discover a new sport or take your mountain biking skills to the next level! This demo/tour event will be held during Golden Week, so you can enjoy spring skiing and mountain biking in the same weekend.
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[CANCELLED] HANAZONO Banked Slalom 2021
Mar 28, 2021 - Mar 29, 2021The adrenaline-filled annual Banked Slalom event will be held on March 28th, 2021 at HANAZONO Resort.
Niseko Dog Friendly Snowshoe Tour
Mar 28, 2021 - Mar 28, 2021Go on a weekend adventure with your dog in the beautiful Niseko wilderness with other dog lovers!
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[CANCELLED] HANAZONO Slopestyle 2021
Mar 14, 2021 - Mar 15, 2021Skiers and snowboarders will be challenged to a full run through a special-built slopestyle park in HANAZONO Resort.
Niseko Shootout Short Film Festival 2021
Mar 13, 2021 - Mar 13, 2021This Winter, the Niseko Shootout Short Film Festival will be held drive-in style to prevent against COVID-19.
2021 Yukitopia Snow Sculpture Competition
Feb 01, 2021 - Feb 21, 2021Due to the coronavirus, the Winter festival not be held this year. Instead, a snow sculpture competition will be run by Kutchan Town, with great prizes on offer.
Niseko Scenic Night 2021
Feb 06, 2021 - Feb 14, 2021Relax and enjoy the snow sculptures, candlelit Winter scenery and fireworks in Niseko Town.
Niseko Winter ProAm Shootout 20/21
Dec 30, 2020 - Jan 20, 2021Two person photographer and athlete teams will compete over a 4-day window in January 2021. Each team will submit just one shot which will be judged in two categories – Judges Choice and Public Vote. Each winner shares from a cash prize pool of ¥200,000!
Christmas / NYE Celebrations @ Niseko Village 2020
Dec 24, 2020 - Jan 02, 2021Celebrate the festive season with visits from Santa Claus and New Year's traditional celebrations and fireworks.
Christmas Snow Rafting w/ Santa @ HANAZONO
Dec 24, 2020 - Dec 26, 2020Enjoy the famous Niseko snow with the one and only Santa Claus in HANAZONO Resort!
Lake Toya Nightly Fireworks 2020
Jul 01, 2020 - Oct 31, 2020Enjoy nightly fireworks from July 1st to October 31st, 2020 in the Lake Toya area. Rent a boat & sail onto the lake for a fireworks viewing you'll never forget.
2020 Hirafu Halloween Party
Oct 31, 2020 - Oct 31, 2020Get spooky this Halloween at Powder Room! Enjoy ¥500 all night, local DJs and a costume competition.
Niseko-Rankoshi Gravel Cycle Event
Oct 25, 2020 - Oct 25, 2020Join a team of avid cyclers for a gravel riding event in the autumnal surrounds of Niseko.
Rieko Hayashi Dinner Concert
Oct 24, 2020 - Oct 24, 2020Enjoy the sweet sounds of vocalist and pianist Rieko Hayashi in a dinner concert at Niseko Alpen Hotel.
Hirafu Mountain Bike Trails and Strider Park 2020
Jun 20, 2020 - Oct 04, 2020Experience the thrill of mountain biking or take your kids to play on a strider bike at the advanced/flow trails & fun park at the base of Mt Niseko-Annupuri.
Autumn EdVenture Kid's Camp
Oct 12, 2020 - Sep 28, 2020Let kids enjoy the beauty of Autumn in Niseko through fun outdoor activities and hands-on learning.
Camp&Go Kutchan Farmer's Market
Jul 12, 2020 - Sep 27, 2020Kutchan will soon have it's very own farmer's market, giving local organic farmers & visitors a chance to share and enjoy some of the freshest produce in Japan!
Niseko Hirafu Summer Gondola 2020
Jul 11, 2020 - Sep 23, 2020Enjoy one of the best views in Hokkaido atop Mt Niseko Annupuri by catching the Summer Gondola. You can also relax in the outdoor lounge area and sip on a soda.
Niseko Craft Art Festival 2020
Sep 19, 2020 - Sep 22, 2020Discover some incredible local artisans and their creations using a variety of materials at this year's Craft Art Festival held at Chalet Ivy.
Niseko Autumn Food Festival 2020
Sep 17, 2020 - Sep 21, 2020The 3rd Niseko Autumn Food Festival will be held on Sep 17th-21st in Hirafu. Stay tuned for more info and mark your calendars!
Powder Yoga Summer Sessions 2020
Jun 22, 2020 - Sep 20, 2020Ready to get flexible this summer? Powder Yoga is open for sessions from June to September, with flexible class options for everyone's schedules.
Niseko Summer Shootout 2020
Jun 21, 2020 - Sep 14, 2020Following the success of the Niseko Shootout photography competition that runs each Winter, there is finally a Summer competition! Read to see how you can win.
Moonlight Cinema @ Cafe Cubanos
Jul 24, 2020 - Aug 23, 2020Come on down and enjoy the outdoor deck while watching a movie on the big screen! Dinner, drinks and snacks will be available before the movie!
Mountaintop Yoga @ Siesta
Aug 15, 2020 - Aug 15, 2020Join fellow yogis at the Siesta mountaintop space at Grand Hirafu for a special class with unforgettable views.
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