Community Halloween events scheduled in Saitama and Kusatsu

Various Halloween-themed community events are scheduled to take place in Japan in October 2026.

In Saitama City, the Hareno Terrace Halloween Marche will be held at the Hareno Terrace shopping mall from October 10 to October 12. The event features face painting, workshops, handmade goods, and food. A portion of the sales will be donated to children's foster care facilities. Special balloon art performances and a stamp rally for children are also planned.

In Kusatsu City, a Halloween-themed dog marche will be held at Rokuha Park on October 11 and 12. The event will host approximately 120 vendors specializing in pet goods, including handmade items, clothing, and food. Activities include costume contests, breed-specific meetups, and a photo contest on Instagram. A special photo session with a guest dog featured in an NHK drama is scheduled for October 11.