Niseko Events
Niseko Resort Opening + Operations 2022/23
Dec 03, 2022 - May 07, 2023Get ready for this Winter - the opening dates for the Niseko United resorts are announced, with operations starting from December 3rd, 2022
Winter Events at Hanazono Niseko
Dec 17, 2022 - Feb 25, 2023Come share the best of the season at Hanazono Niseko!
Hanazono Resort - Winter Fireworks Display
Dec 17, 2022 - Feb 25, 2023Enjoy fireworks on the weekends in the clear winter air at the fabulous Hanazono Niseko Resort
Slopestyle & Big Air - FIS & SAJ Official Competitions 2023
Jan 27, 2023 - Mar 26, 2023The Hanazono Park will host international slopestyle competitions this winter. Come and see the amazing tricks of some of the world's best riders!
Chitose Shikotsu Ice Festival 2023
Jan 28, 2023 - Feb 23, 2023Enjoy the ice sculptures and stunning light displays at the ice festival near Lake Shikotsu.
Sapporo Snow Festival
Feb 04, 2023 - Feb 11, 2023The Sapporo Snow Festival is a great winter event. Enjoy the varied collection of ice and snow sculptures, great food and snowboard contest!
Otaru Snow Light Path
Feb 11, 2023 - Feb 18, 2023Otaru Snow Light Path is a winter tradition in the port city of Otaru where the streets are decorated with a myriad of snow candles.
Previous Events
New Years Events at Annupuri Resort
Dec 31, 2022 - Jan 01, 2023Want to know whats going on at Niseko Annupuri resort on New Years eve or day? Vacation Niseko has you covered.
Mountain Lights - Installation by Bruce Munro
Jul 01, 2022 - Oct 10, 2022Bathing the Hanazono slopes in light, acclaimed visual artist Bruce Munro and his team will install tens of thousands of firefly sculptures.
Niseko Autumn Food Festival
Sep 15, 2022 - Sep 18, 2022Enjoy speciality gourmet dishes from Niseko's freshest autumn harvest produce and a range of live musical performances
Tour De Hokkaido
Sep 09, 2022 - Sep 11, 2022Tour de Hokkaido will be held from September 9-11th 2022. Niseko will be one of the destinations for the 3-day competition across central Hokkaido.
Hirafu Festival
Aug 20, 2022 - Aug 20, 2022Summer festival in Niseko area with games, live performances, food stalls and fireworks. Join us for this fabulous festival this summer!
Kutchan Jaga Matsuri!
Aug 06, 2022 - Aug 07, 2022One of the biggest summer festivals in the area. The potato festival has something for everyone!
Otaru Tide Festival - Otaru Ushio Matsuri
Jul 22, 2022 - Jul 24, 2022Matsuri! Otaru holds one of the biggest summer festivals in Hokkaido. 3 days of dancing, parades and fireworks. Don't forget to stay cool!
The ANA Niseko Classic
Jun 10, 2022 - Jun 12, 2022The ANA Niseko Classic road race is a yearly event and a UCI Gran Fondo World Series qualifier!
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.
Niseko Shootout #Instagram Photo Contest
Dec 01, 2021 - Mar 12, 2022Capture the most Niseko moment to win your share of great prizes this winter!
Niseko Shootout
Dec 01, 2021 - Mar 01, 2022Time of another season of shootin and taggin! The Niseko Shootout is an annual season long media competion highlighting the talent and adventurous nature of locals and vistors alike
Niseko Shootout Short Film Festival
Dec 01, 2021 - Mar 01, 2022The pinnacle of the Niseko Shootout season, the Short Film Festival. Telling a story in the way only moving pictures can
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.
Yukitopia Festival!
Feb 19, 2022 - Feb 20, 2022Yukitopia, or loosely translated "Snow Paradise", is an annual winter festival celebrating winter life in the Niseko region. It is a must do for locals and tourists alike.
Niseko Shootout ProAM
Jan 15, 2022 - Jan 18, 2022Submit your best shot taken during the competition period to earn big prize money!
Niseko Village New Year Gondola Ride
Jan 01, 2022 - Jan 01, 2022Experience hatsuhinode (the first sunrise of the year) for good blessings from the summit of Niseko Village!
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!
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.
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.
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Our extensive range of vacation packages cater to all levels of skiers and snowboarders, offering a wide choice of accommodations to suit your budget, style and location.
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