
Fireworks
The 74th Kyushu Fireworks Festival
Japanese name:第74回 九州花火大会
📅 Sat, Oct 10, 2026
About this event
Held in Karatsu City, Saga Prefecture, the "74th Kyushu Fireworks Festival" is a major event in Karatsu. Organized through the collaboration of Saga Shimbun, Karatsu City, and the Karatsu Tourism Association, it aims to showcase local charms and revitalize the economy. Fireworks shining against the clear autumn night sky are launched with the Matsuura River as the stage, creating a magical scene along with the lights reflected on the water's surface. It typically attracts a bustling crowd of around 50,000 people.
Official website (Japanese) ↗Venue
Matsuura Bridge
Nakahara, Karatsu, Saga 847-0034
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