Nagoya in February 2020 – Events and Festivals

Are you looking for things to do in Nagoya in February?

Below you will find a curated list of Nagoya events and Nagoya festivals that are going on in February 2020. I have included only events that are of interest to foreigners, events that are in English or do not require any understanding of the Japanese language.

If you are looking for things to do in Nagoya in general check out this post. For ideas on what to do in Nagoya with kids, click here.

*Note: If there is an event you would like me to add to this list please let me know in the comments!*

Nagoya Meshi Food Tour

What? 3 hour group food tour about the local Nagoya cuisine with lots of interesting information on food and Nagoya.
When? daily 2:30 p.m.
Where? Sakae
How Much? 12.000 yen
-> More Info Here

Osu Street Food Walking Tour

What? 3 hour group food tour in the Osu district. Try delicious street food and learn about the history and culture of Nagoya.
When? daily 11:00 a.m.
Where? Osu
How Much? 5.000 yen
-> More Info Here

Osu Kannon Setsubun Festival

What? Celebrate the yearly Setsubun Festival ushering in spring on the last day of winter at Osu Kannon with a bean throwing ceremony and a procession of the treasure ship and the seven gods of fortune.
When? Feb 3. 2020, 10:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Where? Osu Kannon Temple
How Much? free

Kasadera Kannon Setsubun Festival

What? Celebrate Setsubun at Kasadera Kannon the southernmost of the 4 temples of the Owari Clan. Get rid of ill fortune and get Mamemaki blessings.
When? Feb 2. 2020 8:00 p.m. – 12:00 a.m. and Feb 3. 2020 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Where? Kasadera Kannon
How Much? 6.000 yen
-> More Info Here (Japanese only)

Ryusenji Setsubun Festival

What? Celebrate Setsubun at Ryusenji Temple. Especially popular ar the mochi throwing ceremony from 5:15 p.m.
When? Feb 3. 2020
Where? Ryusenji
How Much? free
-> More Info Here (Japanese only)

Jimokuji Setsubun Festival

What? Celebrate Setsubun at Jimokuji Temple. Participate in the mochi throwing ceremony.
When? Feb 3. 2020
Where? Jimokuji
How Much? free
-> More Info Here (Japanese only)

Nagoya Ramen Festival 2020

What? A collection of delicious Ramen noodles from all over the country.
When? Feb 1. – 17. 2020 (no event on Feb 6. and 12.) 10:30 a.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Where? Edion Hisaya Plaza
How Much? free (1 Ramen ticket 900 yen)
-> More Info Here (Japanese only)

Futaba Day at Cultural Path Futaba Museum

What? A special event day at the Futaba Museum one of the old residences along the so-called Cultural Path lined with beautiful houses from the Taisho Period (1912-1926). Event includes a gift for the first 100 visitors and performances throughout the day.
When? Feb 8. 2020
Where? Futaba Museum
How Much? free
-> More Info Here (Japanese only)

Cultural Night with Geisha at Kawabun Restaurant

What? A unique experience to interact with real Geisha in Nagoya during a night of performance and games.
When? May 5. 2019 – Mar 31. 2020, 9:30 p.m. and 11:00 p.m.
Where? Kawabun
How Much? 4500 yen incl. 1 drink and snack
-> More Event Info Here

teamLab★Future Park and Animals of Flowers, Symbiotic Lives

What? A phantastic exhibition of digital art with flower animals and mezmerizing colors.
When? Nov 30. 2019 – Feb 16. 2020, 9:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. closed Mondays and Dec 29. – Jan 3.
Where? Nagoya City Science Museum
How Much? 1500 yen
-> More Event Info Here

Non-ice Skate Rink at Oasis 21

What? Ice skating fun for the whole family at this non-ice skate rink in Sakae.
When? Nov 23. 2019 – Mar 1. 2020, weekdays 1:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m., weekends 10:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Where? Oasis 21
How Much? weekdays 900 yen, weekends 1200 yen, children 500 yen
-> More Event Info Here (Japanese only)

Symphony Toyota Building Illumination

What? Illumination of the trees leading to the entrance of the Symphony Toyotoa Building at Nagoya Station.
When? Nov 6. 2019 – Feb 14. 2020, 5:00 p.m. – 11:00 p.m.
Where? Symphony Toyota Building
How Much? free
->Website (Japanese only)

Nagoya Central Garden Illumination

What? Champagne-golden illumination with animals at the entrance, on the grass and at the many store fronts of Central Garden.
When? Nov 1. 2019 – Mar 14. 2020, illumination 4:30 p.m. – 11:15 p.m.
Where? Nagoya Central Garden
How Much? free
-> Website (Japanese only)

Nadya Park Christmas

What? Winter illumination at the entrances as well as live music at the 2nd floor atrium of the Nadya Park shopping center.
When? Nov 15. 2019 – Feb 23. 2020, illumination 5:00 p.m. – 9:30 p.m.
Where? Nadia Park
How Much? free
-> Website (Japanese only)

Blossa Winter Illumination 2019

What? An elegant illumination to attract adults with pink golden lights.
When? Nov 20. 2019 – Feb 14. 2020, illumination 4:30 p.m. – 12:00 a.m.
Where? Blossa
How Much? free
-> Website (Japanese only)

Sakae Minami Osu Winter Illumination

What? The central street of Nagoya leading from Sakae to Osu will be decorated with blue lights on all trees.
When? Nov 15. 2019 – Feb 23. 2020 5:00 p.m. – 12:00 a.m.
Where? Otsu-dori Street
How Much? free

Hoshigaoka Terrace Winter Illumination

What? Expansive Christmas illumination at the Hoshigaoka Terrace shopping center with Christmas trees and other objects as well as lights twinkling all around.
When? Nov 16. 2019 – Feb 29. 2020, 5:00 p.m. – 11:00 p.m.
Where? Hoshigaoka Terrace
How Much? free
-> More Event Info Here (Japanese only)

Snow Festival

What? Play in the snow at this Snow Festival in Nagoya. Because it doesn’t really snow in Nagoya the snow is importet from neighboring Gifu Prefecture.
When? Jan 28. – Feb 19. 2020, 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Where? Moricoro Park
How Much? 1500 yen
-> Website (Japanese only)

Kacchin Dama Festival

What? Only on this day sweets called Kacchin Dama are sold here. They are said to bring divine help with safe birth, growth, protection from evil.
When? Feb 26. 2020 9:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m.
Where? Rokusho Shrine
How Much? free
-> Website (Japanese only)

Plum Blossom Viewing at Nagoya Castle

What? Not as popular but just as beautiful as cherry blossoms, see the more than 70 plum trees in bloom at Nagoya Castle.
When? end of January to beginning of March
Where? Nagoya Castle
How Much? 500 yen
-> Website (Japanese only)

Plum Blossom Viewing at Togokusan Fruit Park

What? See the more than 200 plum blossom trees at Togokusan Fruit Park and enjoy the first signs of spring.
When? beginning of February to beginning of March (closed Mondays)
Where? Togokusan Fruit Park
How Much? 300 yen
-> Website (Japanese only)

Plum Blossom Viewing at Higashiyama Zoo & Botanical Garden

What? See the more than 200 plum blossom trees at Higashiyama Zoo & Botanical Garden.
When? beginning of February to beginning of March (closed Mondays)
Where? Higashiyama Zoo & Botanical Garden
How Much? 300 yen
-> Website (Japanese only)

Weeping Plum Tree Festival

What? Enjoy around 700 plum trees (red and white) during this flower festival. The event also has a petting zoo and street performances, an open-air market and Bonsai display.
When? middle of February to end of March 9:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Where? Nagoya City Agricultural Center
How Much? 500 yen
-> Website (Japanese only)

Osu Antique Flea Market (Regular)

What? A bustling flea market selling antiques and trinkets. Popular with locals and tourists looking for a bargain or souvenir to take home. (More regular markets in Nagoya here)
When? 18th and 28th each month
Where? Osu Kannon
How Much? free
-> More Event Info Here