It's the last weekend of February leading right into March! We have some fantastic limited-run events happening, especially food festivals and plum blossom viewing opportunities. Make sure to catch the Aichi Farm Snow Festival before it melts away, and don't miss the closing day for the Symphony Toyota Illumination!
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Organic Farmers Morning Market 2026
OASIS 21
Grab fresh produce while soaking up the Saturday morning atmosphere.
Toyoda Gosei Rink
Sakae Oasis 21
Last chance for indoor ice skating fun on Sunday!
Let's feed eared seals
Higashiyama Zoo
Secure a ticket Sunday morning for an afternoon animal feeding experience.
· February 28
7FREE : Enjoy local Aichi cuisine alongside a major Meat Festival happening in Hisaya Hiroba. A great spot to grab lunch or an early dinner while strolling through the park.A big food festival happening right in central Nagoya on Saturday.
: See a special exhibition of traditional Hina Dolls belonging to the Owari Tokugawa family. Admission is reduced for older students and free for elementary/junior high students today.Excellent cultural experience with a specific perk for school-aged children on Saturday.
FREE : The garden is starting to bloom with plums and peaches. It’s a lovely, peaceful spot for a Saturday walk to enjoy the first signs of spring.Great opportunity for early flower viewing this Saturday.
FREE : This festival in Chita City has food stands and events happening specifically on Saturdays and Sundays this weekend. Enjoy the plum blossoms and local atmosphere.Dedicated festival activities running all weekend long near Chita.
NAGOYA TSURUMAI INTERNATIONAL SHOGI CLASSFREE : Introduce older kids or teens to the complex strategy game of Shogi! This international class is designed to help newcomers learn the basics.A unique, mentally stimulating activity happening Saturday that is suitable for older kids interested in strategy games.
SAMURAI ARMOR AND BRIDAL ROBE DRESS-UP EXPERIENCE AT KIYOSU CASTLEFREE : Head out to Kiyosu Castle where you can try on historical samurai armor or traditional wedding robes. A fun, active way to learn history!Interactive dress-up experience running all weekend near Nagoya.
CHUMA NO OHINASAN ASUKE AREAFREE : Venture out to Toyota City's Asuke area, where over 140 shops and private homes display their Hina Dolls. It’s a charming way to experience the festival atmosphere outside the city center.A unique, widespread Hina Doll viewing experience happening all weekend long.
· March 1
8HAPPY MAMA FESTA 2026 : A large event focused on mothers and family life, featuring talk shows, seminars, and various stages. Kids under 15 get in free if registered with 'KiDS POT' beforehand.This family-focused expo runs across both days of the weekend, offering indoor activities perfect for families.
FREE : This is the final day for the Snow Festival featuring inflatable slides, local product sales, street performances, and stage shows. A fun way to enjoy winter activities before March hits fully.Last chance to enjoy snow play activities like inflatable slides outdoors.
FREE : Enjoy the early blooms at Dela Farm. Festivals like this often include food stalls and gentle outdoor exploration perfect for an active family morning.Plum viewing season is in full swing, making this a nice outdoor destination for Sunday.
TOYODA GOSEI RINK : The synthetic ice rink at Oasis 21 is still open this weekend—it’s the last one or two days of the season! It's an excellent indoor option if the weather is chilly on Sunday morning.This is the last weekend for the rink, offering a great indoor activity for families.
LET'S FEED EARED SEALSFREE : Head to Higashiyama Zoo early to grab one of the 70 numbered tickets for the chance to feed the eared seals in the afternoon. This is a very interactive way to visit the zoo.A fun, scheduled animal interaction perfect for Sunday afternoon.
LET'S FEED AN AMERICAN BISONFREE : Another unique feeding opportunity at Higashiyama Park, this time with American Bisons. Tickets are limited to 50 people, so get there early Sunday morning!Unique animal interaction event, make sure to arrive early Sunday morning for tickets.
HINA DOLL TOUR IN THE CERAMICS CITY OF SETOFREE : Take a short trip to Seto to see massive Hina doll displays made of ceramic and glass housed in Setogura. It’s a unique cultural display combining dolls and ceramics.It’s a great cultural outing just outside Nagoya for Sunday, focused on the upcoming Doll Festival.
FREE : The plum trees at Odaka Ryokuchi are in season. This is a massive park, perfect for a Sunday walk among 400 plum trees.The park viewing period runs right through Sunday, offering a large green space for families.
Also On· anytime this weekend
4FREE : This is your absolute last chance to catch the winter light display at the Symphony Toyota Building. It's a great, simple outing for families looking for some festive evening lights before spring truly arrives.It's the final day for this illumination, so make plans now if you want to see it.
FREE : See samurai processions and costumed performers at Nagoya Castle. This is a fun, brief cultural show where you can take photos with the characters afterwards.Fun cultural performance scheduled for Saturday at the iconic Nagoya Castle grounds.
FREE : Head to Oasis 21 early Saturday morning to grab the freshest vegetables directly from local farmers. A great way to involve kids in grocery shopping!A great early morning activity on Saturday at a central, easy-to-access location.
FREE : If you need an outdoor adventure before winter officially ends, head to Toyota City for sledding. It should still be possible on Sunday.Great option for energetic kids to get some outdoor fun in, running all weekend.
Frequently Asked Questions
What free kids events are on in Nagoya this weekend?
This weekend (Feb 28-01) there are several free options: The Organic Farmers Morning Market on Saturday, the Nagoya Omotenashi Busho-tai performance at Nagoya Castle, plum blossom viewing at Tokugawaen Garden, and animal feeding opportunities at Higashiyama Zoo on Sunday.
Are there any events wrapping up this weekend?
Yes, the Toyoda Gosei Rink at Oasis 21 and the Symphony Toyota Building Illumination both appear to end on Sunday, March 1st. The Aichi Farm Snow Festival also finishes on Sunday.
What's happening near Nagoya that's family-friendly?
If you can take a short trip, check out the Hina Doll Tour in Seto City or the Chuma no Ohinasan Hina Doll exhibition in the Asuke area of Toyota City, both running all weekend.
