Hibiya Park Events, Autumn–Winter 2026: Gardening Show, Hibiya Art Park and Pond Light-up
Published: 2026-10-24 · Last verified: 2026-10-24
Hibiya Park, between Ginza and the Imperial Palace, hosts free events through autumn and winter: a gardening show, the flower-and-light art of Hibiya Art Park 2026, a pond light-up and a Christmas market. Here's the October–December 2026 schedule.
The short answer
| Hibiya Park | |
|---|---|
| Where | Between Ginza/Yurakucho and the Imperial Palace (Chiyoda) |
| Entry | Free (open all the time) |
| Getting there | Right by Hibiya and Kasumigaseki stations (Tokyo Metro and Toei). Also walkable from JR Yurakucho Station |
| Best time | Autumn colors and weekends with events |
Main events, October to December 2026
| Dates | Event | What is it? |
|---|---|---|
| Oct 17 (Sat) – 25 (Sun) | Hibiya Park Gardening Show 2026 | Garden contest displays, flower-seedling giveaways and food trucks. Free |
| Nov 13 (Fri) – 29 (Sun) | Hibiya Art Park 2026 | Outdoor art with flowers and light. 9:00–21:00, free, no booking |
| Nov 12 (Thu) – Dec 20 (Sun) | Shinji-ike Pond Light-up | The pond with old Edo Castle stone walls, lit up in the evening |
| Dec 19 (Sat) – 20 (Sun) | HIBIYA PARK TERRACE | The Christmas edition of the TOKYO PARK MARCHE park market, with workshops and stargazing |
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Dates and details can change. Check each official site before you go.
Illuminations next door in Hibiya
- Across the street, HIBIYA Magic Time Illumination 2026 lights up Tokyo Midtown Hibiya and the area from Nov 12 to Feb 28, 2027. See our Tokyo illumination map.
- Events with confirmed dates also appear on Tokyo events.
Enjoying the park
Hibiya Park in autumnAutumn colors around Kumogata-ike pond, famous for its crane fountain.🏯
Edo Castle stone wallsStones from the old Edo Castle walls remain around Shinji-ike pond.🎵
Hibiya Open-Air Concert HallThe historic outdoor stage locals call "Yaon".- The park is being renovated, so the Great Fountain and fountain plaza are closed for now.
- For access and more, see our Hibiya Park page.
Frequently asked questions
Are Hibiya Park events free?
Entry to the park is free, and so are the events listed here. Food and goods cost extra.
How do I get to Hibiya Park?
It's right by Hibiya and Kasumigaseki stations (Tokyo Metro and Toei), and a short walk from JR Yurakucho Station.
When is Hibiya Art Park 2026?
From November 13 (Fri) to November 29 (Sun), 2026, 9:00–21:00. Free, no booking needed.
Official websites
- Hibiya Park (Tokyo Metropolitan Park Association)
- Hibiya Park Gardening Show
- Hibiya Art Park 2026 (Flower and Light Movement)
- Tokyo Metropolitan Government press release (Hibiya Art Park 2026)
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Hours, prices and rules can change. Check the official sites before you go.
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