Events to Plan Your Visit to Okinawa
Okinawa offers unique cultural festivials and seasonal events throughout the year. Use the table below to help plan your visit.
| Event | Time of Year | Location | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| Naha Dragon Boat Festival | May | Naha | Traditional dragon boat races celebrating Chinese cultural influence. |
| Eisa Dance Festival | July-August | Across Okinawa | Energetic drum and dance performances honoring ancestors. |
| Naha Tug-of-War | October | Naha | One of the world`s largest tug-of-war events. |
| Shuri Castle Festival | November | Shuri | Reenactments celebrating the Ryukyu Kingdom. |
| Cherry Blossom Festival | January-February | Motobu | Early cherry blossom viewing unique to Okinawa. |
| Orion Beer Festival | Summer | Chatan | Food, music, and Okinawa`s local beer celebration. |