Science & Art Festival 2026 at Nagoya City Science Museum

The "Art & Science Forest Science & Art Festival," jointly organized by the Nagoya City Science Museum and the Nagoya City Art Museum, will be held from October 17th to 18th, 2026. This event, positioned within the "Art & Science Forest" concept covering the Shirakawa Park area, aims to promote local charm with the cooperation of local shopping streets and related organizations.

Event Overview
This festival merges science and art, offering participants opportunities to learn and create through hands-on experiences. Centered around the Nagoya City Science Museum and Nagoya City Art Museum, the event will feature a wide range of content, including exhibitions, workshops, and mystery-solving games, all taking place in Shirakawa Park. It's an ideal event for families and friends to enjoy during an autumn weekend.

Featured Activities

• Mystery-Solving Game "Shirakawa Park Mystery Solving Detective Team": A participatory game where participants solve puzzles hidden within Shirakawa Park. Prizes are awarded to those who solve the mysteries, allowing participants to explore the park like detectives. Registration is open until 3:30 PM each day, and participation is free.
• Overlapping Stamp Rally: Collect stamps by visiting booths throughout the park. Completing the rally by gathering five stamps results in a completed original postcard. Registration is also open until 3:30 PM daily, with free participation.
• Can Badge Workshop: Create your own unique can badge by coloring and decorating original illustrations. Registration closes at 4:00 PM each day. The participation fee is 100 yen, and availability is on a first-come, first-served basis until supplies last.
• Petting Zoo: Get up close with cute animals. This attraction is available until 3:00 PM each day and is free to enter.
• Honmachi-dori Historical Panel Exhibition: Panels will showcase the history and scenes of Honmachi-dori, a main street in Nagoya once traversed by feudal lords, shoguns, and even the Emperor.
• Nagoya City Automobile Library: A mobile library offering fun books and crafts will be present.
• Pop-up Museum Shop & Samurai Photo Spot: A variety of samurai-themed merchandise will be available, along with a photo spot where you can dress up as a samurai for pictures.
• Food Trucks: A total of 16 food trucks will be available over the two days, offering diverse culinary options. Eight trucks will be present each day, with some operating only on specific dates.

Event Information

• Dates: October 17th (Sat) - October 18th (Sun), 2026
• Time: 9:30 AM - 4:30 PM daily (event proceeds in light rain)
• Venue: Nagoya City Science Museum, 2-17-1 Sakae, Naka-ku, Nagoya City, Aichi Prefecture
• Admission: Free for most events; 100 yen for the Can Badge Workshop.
• Registration: Pre-registration is not required for most activities (on-site registration for some).

Access

• Nearest Stations: JR Nagoya Station / Subway Sakae Station
• Address: 2-17-1 Sakae, Naka-ku, Nagoya City, Aichi Prefecture

Please check the official website for specific start times and last registration times for individual events, as these may vary. Information regarding cancellations due to severe weather will be posted on the website on the day of the event. The venue includes both indoor facilities and outdoor park areas; please be prepared for outdoor activities. Food and drinks from the food trucks are at your own expense. The official website provides detailed timetables and the latest information.