Fifth Edition of 'Banpaku Sky Becomes Art Day 2026' Announced for November 21

Official Key Visual for the 5th 'Banpaku Sky Becomes Art Day 2026'

It has been announced that the 5th 'Banpaku Sky Becomes Art Day 2026' will be held on Saturday, November 21, 2026, at Banpaku Memorial Park (Suita City, Osaka Prefecture). This event is a signature autumn entertainment experience in Northern Osaka, where music, fireworks, and drone art are perfectly synchronized to create a breathtaking spectacle.

Since its debut in 2022, the event has been held annually under the theme of 'creating a local legacy of the World Expo,' delivering unforgettable experiences to over 100,000 visitors to date. This year’s slogan is 'Beyond the Past: A New Era of Entertainment.' The viewing area has been relocated to the East Plaza, allowing for expansive fireworks displays and three-dimensional drone art that fully utilize the space. The fusion of music-synchronized fireworks and radiant light and sound will illuminate the late autumn night sky, offering an unprecedented level of immersion and excitement.

Join us for this special 5th-anniversary night.

<Highlights>

● Wide-Scale Fireworks Filling the Entire Sky

This year’s viewing venue is the East Plaza of Banpaku Memorial Park, offering an up-close and powerful experience. Approximately 15,000 fireworks will explode across the full width of the audience’s view, creating a panoramic fireworks display that overwhelms the senses. Fireworks bursting in a horizontal line directly in front of the audience deliver a stunning visual impact. Perfectly synchronized with a curated musical score, the show builds to a thrilling climax, delivering emotional resonance across all five senses.

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● Dreamlike Night Sky Created by Advanced Drone Art and Fireworks

The popular drone art show returns this year, featuring the latest three-dimensional drone formations that paint luminous artworks across the vast night sky canvas. Experience a magical, one-of-a-kind artistic atmosphere that can only be seen on this day, at this location.

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● Top Fireworks Artisans from the Kansai Region Unite

Renowned fireworks masters from across the Kansai region will gather to showcase Japan’s highest level of craftsmanship and artistry. Each firework is crafted with meticulous care, harmonizing with music to create a grand yet delicate illumination of the crisp late autumn sky.

● Daytime Festival: 'Hokusei Cultural Festival × Ramen EXPO'

The 'Hokusei Cultural Festival,' a collaborative event by seven cities and three towns in the Hokusei area, will be held this year at the Festival Plaza in conjunction with the popular food event 'Ramen EXPO.' Opening at 11:00 AM, visitors can enjoy diverse cultural stages, booths, and ramen from across Japan throughout the day.

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<Ticket Information>

Sales Start: Early-bird ticket lottery pre-sale begins Saturday, July 11, 2026, at 11:00 AM via the official website

Prices (tax included):

・Dynamic Seat (Early Bird): ¥9,500 (Regular: ¥11,000)

・Panorama Seat (Early Bird): Adult ¥8,600 / Child ¥4,300 (Regular: Adult ¥9,600 / Child ¥4,800)

※Includes admission to the Natural and Cultural Garden

※Information on VIP Seats, Premium Front Seats, and Photographer Seats will be announced at a later date

<Event Overview>

Name: 5th Banpaku Sky Becomes Art Day 2026

Date and Time: Saturday, November 21, 2026 – Gates open at 12:00 PM, Show starts at 7:00 PM (tentative)

Venue: East Plaza, Banpaku Memorial Park (Senri Banpaku Koen, Suita City, Osaka Prefecture)

Capacity: Up to 27,000 seats (all reserved, paid)

Organizer: Banpaku Fireworks Project Executive Committee

Co-organizer: Banpaku Memorial Park Management Partners

Cooperation: PIA Corporation

Support: Takatsuki City, Ibaraki City, Suita City, Toyonaka City, Ikeda City, Minoh City, Settsu City, Nose Town, Toyono Town, Shimamoto Town (based on previous year's support)

※The 'Hokusei Cultural Festival' will be held from 11:00 AM at the Ramen EXPO venue (Festival Plaza, Banpaku Memorial Park)

※Event updates will be posted regularly on the official website and official social media channels.

▽Official Website: https://www.banpakuhanabi.jp

▽Official Instagram: @bampakuhanabi

This event has consistently captivated over 100,000 attendees with its perfectly synchronized music and fireworks, combined with an elegant reserved-seating viewing environment. In 2026, marking its fifth edition, it will continue to deliver an artistic experience filled with dreams and hope, establishing itself as a new cultural asset for the Northern Osaka region.