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Hydrangea Festival at Gunma Flower Park 2026

The Hydrangea Festival at Gunma Flower Park in Maebashi celebrates the early summer season with a showcase of approximately 5,000 hydrangea plants. Running from mid-June to mid-July 2026, the event offers a mix of outdoor garden strolls and weather-proof indoor activities featuring local floral varieties, seasonal treats, and themed markets.

Date
Jun 13 - Jul 17, 2026
Location
Maebashi
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Hydrangea Festival at Gunma Flower Park 2026

Event summary

Highlights

  • Display of roughly 5,000 hydrangea plants including locally bred varieties
  • Hananeko Marche indoor event featuring cat-themed crafts and contests
  • Hydrangea-inspired seasonal desserts and melon afternoon tea
  • Creative workshops for making hydrangea bouquets
Gunma Flower Park hosts its annual Hydrangea Festival to coincide with Japan's rainy season, displaying thousands of blooms in colors ranging from deep blue and purple to soft pink. The collection includes varieties specifically bred within Gunma Prefecture as well as popular Annabelle hydrangeas. As the festival progresses, other summer flora such as sunflowers and rudbeckia also begin to bloom across the park's grounds.

Beyond the flowers, the event features the Hananeko Marche, an indoor market combining floral displays with cat-themed crafts, photo contests, and activities. Visitors can enjoy seasonal culinary offerings, including hydrangea-inspired desserts and fresh melon afternoon tea sets. Creative workshops are also available for those interested in making their own floral arrangements and bouquets.

Located about 35 minutes by car from Maebashi Station, the venue provides free parking for guests. The festival is designed to be family-friendly, with plenty of indoor spaces and activities to ensure an enjoyable experience regardless of the weather conditions during the rainy season.

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Gunma Flower Park
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Maebashi

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