When and where does it take place?

It runs 18:30-19:30 on Saturday, September 5, 2026, at Saitama Stadium 2002.

What kind of show is it?

It pairs John Williams's film scores with about 10,000 fireworks. Music from Star Wars, Harry Potter, E.T. and more plays through a large sound system.

How do I get to the venue?

A 15-minute walk from Urawa-Misono Station on the Saitama Railway. By car it is about 10 minutes from the Urawa IC on the Tohoku Expressway, but the parking lot requires an advance ticket.

Can I use the parking lot?

The event parking lot has 1,000 spaces at 2,000 yen and is limited to vehicles with a pre-purchased ticket. Consider public transport as well.

Scheduled

Saitama Stadium Fireworks: John Williams Fireworks 2026

Name: Saitama Stadium Fireworks: John Williams Fireworks 2026
Start: 2026-09-05T18:30+09:00
End: 2026-09-05T19:30+09:00
Location: Saitama Stadium 2002

Saitama 9/5/2026 (Sat)Approx. 10,000 shells

This festival ended on 9/5/2026 (Sat).See fireworks festivals in Saitama·See the 9 fireworks calendar

Saisuta Fireworks John Williams Fireworks 2026: A collaboration of colorful fireworks and music coloring the night sky of Saitama Stadium

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Saisuta Fireworks John Williams Fireworks 2026: A collaboration of colorful fireworks and music coloring the night sky of Saitama Stadium

Fireworks countApprox. 10,000 shells

Expected crowdApprox. 10,000

Time18:30～19:30

AdmissionPaid seats

Summary

On Saturday, September 5, 2026, Saitama Stadium 2002 hosts John Williams Fireworks 2026, a show pairing the film-music master's scores with fireworks. From 18:30, around 10,000 shells rise to themes from Star Wars, Harry Potter, E.T. and more through a large sound system. About 10,000 visitors are expected. The venue is a 15-minute walk from Urawa-Misono Station; stadium parking (1,000 cars, 2,000 yen) requires an advance ticket.

Overview

John Williams Fireworks 2026 turns Saitama Stadium 2002 into a concert of light: the scores of John Williams — from Star Wars and Harry Potter to Jurassic Park — play through a large sound system while about 10,000 fireworks answer each musical phrase. Enclosed by one of Japan's largest football-only stadiums, the sound field wraps the audience as music and light work together like a single piece. The venue is a 15-minute walk from Urawa-Misono Station on the Saitama Railway, or about 10 minutes by car from the Urawa IC on the Tohoku Expressway. Event parking costs 2,000 yen for 1,000 spaces and can only be used with a pre-purchased parking ticket. Food stalls are planned on site. The show runs 18:30-19:30; check the official website for program details, and bring a layer as early-September evenings turn cool.

Details

Date9/5 (Sat)

End date9/5 (Sat)

Time18:30～19:30

VenueSaitama Stadium 2002

Address埼玉県さいたま市緑区

Crowd levelLarge ★★★☆☆

Paid seatsYes

Food stallsYes

ParkingYes（Available: 1,000 spaces, 2,000 yen. Advance ticket purchase required.）

Organizer0570-550-799 Kyodo Tokyo (weekdays 11:00–18:00, weekends/holidays 10:00–18:00)

Last verified10/2/2026 (Fri)

FAQ

Access

🚃 By Train

15 min walk from Urawa-Misono Station on the Saitama Stadium Line (Saitama Railway)

🚗 By Car

Approx. 10 min from Tohoku Expressway Urawa IC

Info for International Visitors

Best arrival time

Plan to be inside the stadium 30-45 minutes before the start. In a large stadium the walk to your seat takes time, so head there soon after arriving. The footpath from Urawa-Misono Station gets crowded after the show.

With kids

Because the show takes place in a large stadium, the sound is loud and reverberant. Ear defenders help for sound-sensitive children. After arriving, set a family meeting point to avoid getting separated in the crowds.

Photography tips

Stadium seating tends to secure a clear frontal view, making composition easy even on a phone. Use night mode or a tripod against camera shake after dark, and keep tripods out of the walkways.

Payment

Paid viewing seats are available — see the official website for prices and purchase. Parking is 1,000 spaces at 2,000 yen and requires an advance ticket. Carrying cash is handy for food stalls.

Venue Location

35.8866, 139.7007

Coordinates are accurate to the city level and may differ slightly from the exact venue.

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