Festivals & traditional events

Kyoto's festivals, processions and seasonal rites — each checked against the shrine's or organizer's own page.

Next 30 days
Mon, Oct 19
Tue, Oct 20
Thu, Oct 22
Sat, Oct 24
18:30

Ninna-ji Temple Autumn Night Viewing

Runs Oct 24 – Dec 13
New · ¥2,800
Sun, Oct 25
18:30

Ninna-ji Temple Autumn Night Viewing

Runs Oct 24 – Dec 13
New · ¥2,800
Fri, Oct 30
18:30

Ninna-ji Temple Autumn Night Viewing

Runs Oct 24 – Dec 13
New · ¥2,800
Sat, Oct 31
18:30

Ninna-ji Temple Autumn Night Viewing

Runs Oct 24 – Dec 13
New · ¥2,800
Sun, Nov 1
18:30

Ninna-ji Temple Autumn Night Viewing

Runs Oct 24 – Dec 13
New · ¥2,800
Tue, Nov 3
18:30

Ninna-ji Temple Autumn Night Viewing

Runs Oct 24 – Dec 13
New · ¥2,800
Fri, Nov 6
18:30

Ninna-ji Temple Autumn Night Viewing

Runs Oct 24 – Dec 13
New · ¥2,800
Sat, Nov 7
18:30

Ninna-ji Temple Autumn Night Viewing

Runs Oct 24 – Dec 13
New · ¥2,800
Fri, Nov 13
18:30

Ninna-ji Temple Autumn Night Viewing

Runs Oct 24 – Dec 13
New · ¥2,800
Sat, Nov 14
18:30

Ninna-ji Temple Autumn Night Viewing

Runs Oct 24 – Dec 13
New · ¥2,800
Sun, Nov 15
18:30

Ninna-ji Temple Autumn Night Viewing

Runs Oct 24 – Dec 13
New · ¥2,800
Ongoing
18:00

Toji Night Illumination

Runs Oct 31 – Dec 13
New · ¥1,000

Frequently asked

When do Kyoto festivals usually take place?

Dates follow the shrine calendar and can shift with weather; each listing shows the verified date and when we last checked.

Do I need a ticket to watch a procession?

Street viewing is usually free; paid seats are sold separately. See each listing.

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