When does Summer Sonic take place?

Summer Sonic takes place from 2026-08-15 to 2026-08-16.

Where is Summer Sonic held?

Summer Sonic is held at ZOZOMarine Stadium & Makuhari Messe (Tokyo) / Maishima Sonic Park (Osaka) in Chiba, Japan.

Where can I confirm the official status of Summer Sonic?

Use the official source for the latest schedule, route changes, and cancellation updates: https://www.summersonic.com/.

What is the current status of Summer Sonic?

The current listing status is scheduled. Last checked: 2026-08-04.

What is the admission fee for Summer Sonic?

The admission fee for Summer Sonic is ¥16000.

How crowded is Summer Sonic?

The typical crowd level is extreme.

What are the highlights of Summer Sonic?

Simultaneous Tokyo and Osaka venues; Mix of indoor and outdoor stages for all-weather enjoyment; World-class international headliners alongside top Japanese acts

How do I get to Summer Sonic?

Tokyo venue: JR Kaihin-Makuhari Station, 15-minute walk. Osaka venue: Cosmosquare Station, then shuttle bus.

What should I know before attending Summer Sonic?

Tokyo venue has indoor stages at Makuhari Messe, providing relief from summer heat. Bring plenty of water and sun protection. One-day tickets are available if you can't attend both days.

Summer Sonic 2026 — Chiba Festival Guide

Name: Summer Sonic
Start: 2026-08-15
End: 2026-08-16
Location: ZOZOMarine Stadium & Makuhari Messe (Tokyo) / Maishima Sonic Park (Osaka)

Major rock festival held simultaneously in Tokyo and Osaka.

Summer Sonic is one of Japan's biggest urban music festivals, held simultaneously in Tokyo (Makuhari) and Osaka. Featuring a mix of international headliners and top Japanese acts across indoor and outdoor stages, it offers a diverse lineup spanning rock, pop, hip-hop, and electronic music.

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