Mark your calendars because on October 28th (Saturday) and 29th (Sunday), Ginoza Village is going to be buzzing with the magic of the “31st Ginoza Village Festival & 8th Chura Island Fireworks Festival.” Get ready for an unforgettable weekend of fun, entertainment, and, of course, spectacular fireworks! 🎆
🎶 Music & Performances 🕺
The festival is packed with amazing performances to keep you entertained throughout. On the main stage, you’ll groove to the tunes of the popular local band, “Kariyushi 58,” and be captivated by “PRYZM,” a band that rocks out to the legendary hits of the British rock sensation, “Queen.” But that’s not all! Prepare to be amazed by Eisa groups, dance teams, and a variety of other talented performers.
🎪 Activities Beyond the Stage 🎭
The excitement doesn’t stop at the stage! Venture outside to discover a world of delight with food stalls that will tickle your taste buds, a spine-tingling haunted house for the brave, and bus tours to explore the charming village. Make sure to catch the special “strawberry fireworks,” a first-of-its-kind spectacle in the prefecture, as they light up the night sky. 🍓💥
Photo source: Okinawa Story
🗓️ Event Details 🗺️
- Date: October 28th (Saturday) and 29th (Sunday)
- Time: 12:00 PM – 9:00 PM
📍 Where?
Ginoza Arena: 1867 Ginoza, Kunigami District, Okinawa 904-1303 [Google Pin]
💰 Admission: It’s on the house! Entry is absolutely free.
🚗 Parking: No need to stress about parking; there are seven convenient locations around the event venue.
🌟 Star-Studded Lineup 🌟
Here’s a sneak peek at what’s happening on the main stage on both days:
October 28th (Saturday)
- 12:00 PM: The Festival Kicks Off
- 1:00 PM: Opening Ceremony and Awards
- 1:30 PM: Charming Performances by Three Village Nurseries
- 3:15 PM: Mesmerizing Performances from Different Districts in the Village
- 4:00 PM: Groove with Ginoza Middle School Brass Band
- 5:00 PM: Local Youth Bands Take the Stage
- 5:30 PM: High School Student Bands from Ginoza
- 6:00 PM: Get Ready for an Exciting Eisa Performance by LUCK and Soken Mijitaya Taiko
- 7:00 PM: Enjoy the Minato de Orchestra
- 8:00 PM: Rock Out with “PRYZM”
- 8:50 PM: It’s Fireworks Time! 🎇
October 29th (Sunday)
- 12:00 PM: Gear Up for Kamen Rider Gachard
- 12:45 PM: Hula Dance Performance
- 1:15 PM: Experience the Magic of Ryukyu Dance by the Cultural Association
- 1:45 PM: A Captivating Performance by Ginozan Chu Children’s Training Students
- 2:00 PM: Get Ready to Be Dazzled by the Village Festival Dance Contest
- 5:00 PM: Witness a Powerful Karate Performance
- 5:15 PM: Be Mesmerized by Matsuda Yume Ho Taiko with Kobugaru Urafu Wind Orchestra
- 6:00 PM: Jazz it Up with a Live Jazz Band
- 7:00 PM: Techno Minyo & Dance Troupe – Tobu HARU Takes the Stage
- 8:00 PM: Let Loose with “Kariyushi 58”
- 8:50 PM: End the Festival with a Bang – The Grand Fireworks Show! 🌠
Don’t miss this incredible event, which promises to be a weekend full of entertainment and enchantment. Gather your friends and family and come join the fun at the “31st Ginoza Village Festival & 8th Chura Island Fireworks Festival.”
Disclaimer
⚠️Disclaimer: Our passion for supporting local businesses drives us to share information about events in the Okinawa area. Please note that Oki Social is not responsible for hosting this event. It’s important to be aware that the event’s host reserves the right to make changes or even cancel the event without prior notice.
