[Tokushima City] Let’s feel the summer! “Retra! Suito Festival 2026” will be held!
Date and time
Pre-festival event: Friday, July 17th, 17:00 – 21:00
Main festival: July 18th (Sat) and 19th (Sun) 9:30-21:00
*The event will proceed even in light rain.
place
Aibahama Park
Event details
Pre-event: Shinmachi River Night Fishing Tournament & Candlelight Night
Main festival: Water park, karaoke battle, dance contest, fireworks display, etc.
*The fireworks will be launched from the wedding plaza at 8:00 PM (scheduled). The event will be canceled in case of rain or dense fog.
Please note that if the event is cancelled, it will not be postponed (to another date).
*Traffic restrictions will be in place near Aibahama Park from 19:30.
Event Details
Pre-party
Shinmachi River Night Fishing Tournament
A night fishing tournament that the whole family can enjoy. Experience level is not required; everyone can have fun.
Fishing rods are available for rent (additional 500 yen; limited number available).
We will be using a ranking system, and top performers will receive commemorative gifts.
[Time] 17:00-19:00
[Location] Shinmachi River Waterfront Park
[ Cost] Advance registration required: 1,500 yen per person (feed included)
*On the day of the event, please come to the reception tent near the toilets at Shinmachigawa Waterfront Park.
* Walk-ins are accepted if there are openings.
*There are no age restrictions, but children under elementary school age must be accompanied by a guardian.
*The event will proceed even in light rain. In case of cancellation, an announcement will be made on the website around 12:00 PM on the day of the event.
Candlelight Night ~Path of Light~
The soft light cast by approximately 1,000 candles creates a unique and atmospheric waterside space.
Perfect for a leisurely stroll!
*The event will proceed in light rain. It may be canceled in case of strong winds.
[Time] 19:00-21:00
[Location] Around Shinmachigawa Hikari Promenade
Main Festival
Stage events (karaoke battle, dance contest, etc.)
[Time] 10:00-20:00
Water park
[Time] 9:30-17:30
Water park tickets go on sale each day, starting at 8:30 AM for each session.
Please note that sales will end once the item is sold out.
Please note that we are unable to answer inquiries about sales status over the phone. Thank you for your understanding.
[Notes]
About the changing rooms
A changing tent is available.
*Please be sure to take used diapers home with you.
Regarding luggage storage
As a general rule, we do not accept items for safekeeping.
About the pool
Infants and toddlers must wear swim diapers.
Regarding prohibited items
Toys such as goggles, inflatable rings, and water guns, as well as headbands and pins, are prohibited due to the risk of injury.
[Timetable]
Each session is 1.5 hours long and operates on a rotation system. *There is a limit to the number of participants per session.
① 9:30 – 11:00
② 11:30 – 13:00
③ 14:00-15:30
④ 16:00-17:30
【Fee】
The following price allows unlimited access to all attractions within the water park.
Child under 2 years old + parent/guardian set = 500 yen
*Pool only
Preschooler and guardian set = 2,000 yen
*One adult must accompany each preschool-aged child to enter.
Elementary school students and older = 2,000 yen
Accompanying guardian only = 500 yen
*The accompanying guardian rate does not include access to certain content.
Indigo dyeing experience
Experience indigo dyeing in the city! Make your own handkerchief or stole!
JAPAN BLUE “Tokushima, the Hometown of Indigo.”
While there are many facilities in Tokushima Prefecture where you can experience indigo dyeing, these two days are the only time you can experience it outdoors!
[Hours] 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM (Last entry)
[Location] Aibahama Park
[Cost] Handkerchief: 500 yen, Stole: 2,000 yen
*Students from Jōsei High School will be helping with the indigo dyeing on the day of the event.
*Children under elementary school age must be accompanied by a guardian.
Please wear clothes that you don’t mind getting dirty.
●Retra! Suito Festival 2026 HP▼
