Get ready for one of Okinawa’s most iconic summer events, the Ocean Expo Park Churaumi Fireworks Festival 2026, lighting up the skies above Emerald Beach in Motobu. Held as part of the Ocean Expo Park Summer Festival, this large-scale event delivers a full day of beachside fun, live entertainment, and a spectacular nighttime fireworks show.

This festival is one of the largest annual fireworks displays in Okinawa, with around 10,000 fireworks synchronized with music, bursting over the ocean for a truly immersive experience.

The unique seaside setting creates breathtaking reflections across the water, while the open beach layout gives wide, unobstructed views.

Before the fireworks begin, there are daytime beach activities, including live music and other stage performances, and plenty of festival food and summer vibes. And as the sun sets, the excitement builds toward the stunning grand finale.

If you’re in Okinawa in early July, this is a must-see. From golden sunset views over Emerald Beach to a sky filled with thousands of fireworks, the Ocean Expo Park Churaumi Fireworks Festival 2026 delivers the unforgettable summer night..

Tickets

• All viewing areas are paid seating (no free viewing zones).
• Tickets are on sale from now through July 3, 2026, starting from ¥2,700 in advance, and from ¥3,600 on the day of the event.
• Reserved seats, chair seating, pair/table seating, and beach seating.
• Note: Parking tickets must be purchased separately and are limited.
• Entry to Emerald Beach on July 4 is restricted to ticket holders only.
• Tickets are available on-line through the event official website https://oki-park.jp/hanabi2026/?utm_source=chatgpt.com from FamilyMart, Seven-Eleven, Lawson and Veltra ticket sale sites.

Note: Entry to Emerald Beach on event day is restricted to ticket holders only.

Parking

• Parking is NOT free on the event day. A paid parking ticket is required for festival access.
• Parking is limited and must be reserved in advance together with the event ticket.
• Expect extremely heavy traffic and congestion before and after the event.
• Visitors without parking reservations are strongly encouraged to use shuttle buses or organized tours, or public transportation or taxis.

Note: On regular days, Ocean Expo Park has multiple free parking lots, but there are no free parking available on the day of the event.

Recommendations

• Buy tickets early: Popular seating sells out fast.
• Reserve parking in advance: No same-day guarantee.
• Arrive early: Traffic builds quickly in the afternoon.
• Consider staying overnight nearby: Post-event traffic can be very slow.

Event

Date: Saturday, July 4, 2026 (Canceled in case of inclement weather, no postponement)
Time: 20:00 – 21:00 (Fireworks)
Place: Emerald Beach, Ocean Expo Park (Motobu)
Fireworks: Approx. 10,000 shots