Coming Soon! Asia's Largest Art Event "Design Festa vol.63" to be Held on May 23rd and 24th at Tokyo Big Sight!

Design Festa Co., Ltd. will host "Design Festa vol.63" for two days on Saturday, May 23rd and Sunday, May 24th, 2026, at all halls of Tokyo Big Sight West & South.

Design Festa vol.63

"Design Festa," born in 1994, is an art event where anyone, professional or amateur, can participate as long as their work is original.

This event brings together over 10,000 artists, transcending age, nationality, and genre. In an era where diversity is valued, it respects "freedom of expression" unbound by existing evaluations or frameworks, creating a space where various values and creativity intersect. It is also a new meeting place that connects people through art.

The venue will feature a wide range of works, including heartwarming art pieces and unique fashion items from various genres. Furthermore, every original expression, from live painting and one-coin runways to show stages, performance areas, and food areas, will color the entire venue.

Please come and visit "Design Festa," filled with encounters with unseen talents and expressions.

◾️Event Overview

Event Name: Design Festa vol.63 Venue: All halls of Tokyo Big Sight West & South

Dates: May 23rd (Sat) and 24th (Sun), 2026

Hours: 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM (both days) Number of Exhibitors: Over 6,500 booths Expected Visitors: Approximately 140,000 (total for two days) Official Website: https://designfesta.com

Press Registration on the Day: https://designfesta.com/press/

*Advance registration is not mandatory, so please feel free to come if it's convenient on the day.

◾️Area Overviews

Bright Booth Area

Bright Booth Area

This is the central area of the event, where the most booths gather.

It features a wide variety of works, including illustrations, accessories, fashion, and interiors, each filled with the artists' uniqueこだわり (attention to detail). You can enjoy discovering new favorites and unexpected encounters while experiencing diverse expressions.

Dark Booth Area

Dark Booth Area

This is a special and unique space at Design Festa, where the venue is dimly lit.

It brings together diverse expressions that utilize darkness, such as video works and light-based art. The light emerging from the darkness creates a different atmosphere from the bright booth area, drawing you into the world of the artworks.

You can experience immersive art in an extraordinary space.

Live Painting / Giant Live Painting Area

Giant Live Painting

This is a particularly attention-grabbing area within Design Festa.

Live painting, where artworks are completed over two days, allows you to closely observe the process of creation by the artists. It is a unique Design Festa experience where you can witness the charm of artworks changing over time right before your eyes.

Workshop Area

Workshop

This area allows you to experience crafting with artists and creators.

Through a wide range of workshops, including crafts and accessory making, you can easily experience the "joy of creating." You can learn techniques and tips directly from artists, and take home your finished work as a memento of your visit.

From beginners to children, everyone can participate at their own pace, making it an attractive opportunity to discover new things and find inspiration for creation.

Show Stage / Performance Area

Show Stage

At the show stage, you can enjoy diverse expressions that transcend genre boundaries, such as music, fashion shows, and dance. Powerful performances and live-feeling productions envelop the venue in a sense of unity.

Performance Area

In the indoor and outdoor performance areas, you can encounter various expressions, including musical performances and theatrical plays. The appeal of this area is that you can experience different worldviews in each space.

Food Area

Kitchen Car

This food area gathers establishments offering original menus and carefully crafted dishes that are hard to find at other events.

With a rich variety of menus, including original food items focused on taste and appearance, and dishes made with carefully selected ingredients and methods, you can discover new flavors. Artists and creators also set up stalls, expanding into a unique and individualistic dining experience characteristic of Design Festa.

You can also use it as a relaxing space to take a break while enjoying art.