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Overview
FUKUOKA MUSIC FES. 2027, also known as Fuku Fes, is a two-day indoor music festival taking place on 30–31 January 2027 at Mizuho PayPay Dome Fukuoka in Fukuoka, Japan. The festival is positioned as one of Japan’s major large-scale indoor music events and brings together leading Japanese artists for a weekend of live performances in a stadium environment.
The festival is jointly produced by Fukuoka SoftBank Hawks, Space Shower Entertainment Producing and BEAMS. Its concept is closely connected with Fukuoka’s identity as a major entertainment centre, with the organisers aiming to make the city and its dome an important destination for live music.
The 2027 edition will be the sixth FUKUOKA MUSIC FES. and continues the festival’s New Year tradition. The organisers describe it as a festival where fans from Fukuoka, Kyushu and across Japan can begin the year with live music and a large-scale concert experience.
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What Makes This Event Special
The biggest distinction of FUKUOKA MUSIC FES. is its setting inside Mizuho PayPay Dome Fukuoka. Instead of an outdoor festival site, audiences experience multiple performances inside a professional baseball stadium, allowing the organisers to use the huge screens, lighting, stage production and enclosed atmosphere of the dome.
The 2027 event is also designed around a mixture of established Japanese rock and pop-rock artists rather than a single musical style. The first announcement includes Saucy Dog, 04 Limited Sazabys, My Hair is Bad, Marcy and WurtS, with more performers still expected to be announced.
Another feature is the choice of viewing areas. In addition to conventional stadium seating, the festival is introducing a front standing area selected by advance lottery for individual artists. This gives ticket holders an opportunity to apply for a closer viewing position during their chosen artist’s performance.
Lineup / Featured Artists
The first wave of the 2027 lineup consists of five Japanese acts:
Saucy Dog
04 Limited Sazabys
My Hair is Bad
Marcy
WurtS
The festival has announced that these artists are part of the first lineup announcement and that additional artists will be announced later. The performance day for each of the five initially announced acts had not yet been assigned when the first lineup announcement was published.
The lineup represents a strong contemporary Japanese live-music focus, with several artists known for energetic guitar-based performances and strong festival audiences. Because the festival is still building its 2027 programme, the final artist list should be checked before planning which day to attend.
Event Experience
FUKUOKA MUSIC FES. offers a different experience from a conventional outdoor festival. Visitors spend the day inside a large stadium environment, with performances presented on a major concert stage and supported by large-scale visual and lighting production.
The planned festival hours are 9:00 opening, 10:20 start and approximately 20:20 finish on both days. This creates a long festival day, allowing audiences to see a substantial number of performances without needing to move between distant outdoor stages.
Food and drinks are also available within designated areas of the stadium. Food is permitted in the stand seating areas, while drinks are permitted in the arena area but meals are not. Re-entry is allowed, giving visitors some flexibility during the long event day.
Date & Schedule
FUKUOKA MUSIC FES. 2027 takes place on:
Saturday, 30 January 2027
Sunday, 31 January 2027
The currently published daily schedule is:
Doors open: 9:00
Performances begin: 10:20
Expected end: 20:20
The detailed running order and individual artist performance times are still being released. The five artists announced in the first lineup announcement had not yet been assigned to a specific festival day.
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Location & Venue
The festival takes place at Mizuho PayPay Dome Fukuoka, located in the Jigyohama waterfront area of Fukuoka City.
The venue is one of Fukuoka’s major sports and entertainment facilities and is home to the Fukuoka SoftBank Hawks. For FUKUOKA MUSIC FES., the stadium is transformed from its normal sporting configuration into a large indoor concert environment.
The address is 2-2-2 Jigyohama, Chuo-ku, Fukuoka, Japan.
The enclosed stadium environment is particularly useful for a January festival because performances are protected from winter rain and cold weather. Visitors can therefore concentrate on the concerts without the weather-related concerns associated with outdoor festivals.
Event History
FUKUOKA MUSIC FES. was created through a collaboration between Fukuoka SoftBank Hawks, Space Shower Entertainment Producing and BEAMS. Its purpose is not simply to hold another concert in Fukuoka, but to establish the city and Mizuho PayPay Dome as an important entertainment destination.
The festival’s previous edition in January 2026 attracted approximately 50,000 visitors, demonstrating the scale of the event and its appeal beyond Fukuoka itself.
The 2027 edition will be the festival’s sixth edition, continuing its position as an early-year event for Japanese music fans. The organisers have also indicated that they are preparing new initiatives for the sixth edition to make the overall time spent at the venue more memorable.
Getting to the Event
Mizuho PayPay Dome Fukuoka is located in the western part of central Fukuoka near the waterfront. Public transportation is the most practical option for festival visitors, especially because tens of thousands of people may be travelling to the venue at similar times.
The area is served by Tojinmachi Station on the Fukuoka City Subway Kūkō Line, while buses also connect the dome with central Fukuoka and Hakata. Visitors arriving through Hakata Station or Fukuoka Airport can use the city’s subway and bus network to reach the Jigyohama area.
Because the festival is scheduled to finish around 20:20, visitors staying outside the immediate area should check the final train and bus connections before attending.
Where to Stay Nearby
The most convenient areas for festival visitors include Fukuoka’s Tenjin, Hakata and Momochi/Jigyohama districts.
Tenjin is particularly useful for visitors who want a large selection of hotels, restaurants, shopping and nightlife while still having straightforward transportation to the dome. Hakata is another strong option, especially for visitors arriving by Shinkansen or using Fukuoka Airport.
For the shortest journey to the venue, accommodation around the waterfront and Momochi area can be convenient, although the choice of hotels and restaurants is generally smaller than in central Tenjin or Hakata.
Things to Do Before or After the Event
FUKUOKA MUSIC FES. can easily be combined with a weekend trip around Fukuoka. Visitors staying for two days can explore the city between festival activities rather than treating the event as an isolated concert.
Nearby attractions include Fukuoka Tower, the seaside Momochi area and shopping and entertainment around Tenjin. The city’s famous food culture is another reason to extend the trip.
Visitors with additional time can explore Hakata’s historic temples and shrines, Canal City Hakata, Kushida Shrine and the waterfront districts. Fukuoka is also a convenient base for exploring other parts of northern Kyushu.
Restaurants & Dining Nearby
Fukuoka is one of Japan’s best-known food destinations, and visitors have plenty of choices before or after the festival.
The city is particularly famous for Hakata ramen, while other local specialities include motsunabe, mizutaki and fresh seafood. Tenjin and Hakata offer the widest selection of restaurants, ranging from casual noodle shops to more sophisticated Japanese dining.
Festival visitors should also remember that food and drink rules inside the dome differ by seating area. Food is permitted in the stadium stands, while meals are not permitted in the arena area, although drinks are allowed there.
Ticket Information
The 2027 festival offers several ticket categories. The first official ticket information included a Standard Seat priced at ¥10,800, while a Box Five Seat costs ¥70,000 for a group of up to five people. The Box Five option is sold as a complete set rather than individual tickets.
The Standard Seat package includes access to the festival, a dedicated entrance gate, ¥1,500 in PayPay points and a non-commercial festival gift. It also provides eligibility for the advance lottery for the front standing area.
The organisers have also introduced different seating options, including Diamond Seats, Relaxed Seats and Counter Seats, with benefits depending on the ticket category. A two-day Standard Seat ticket is also being offered for visitors who want to attend the entire festival weekend.
Ticket sales have been conducted through official advance lotteries, with further sales information released as the event approaches. Visitors should use the official festival ticket channels because resale is prohibited.
Tips Before You Go
January in Fukuoka can be cool, but the festival itself is indoors. A warm jacket is useful when travelling to and from the dome, while comfortable clothing and shoes are more important for spending the full day inside the venue.
If you want to get closer to the performers, pay attention to the advance front-standing-area lottery. The area is allocated separately for individual artists and is completely changed between performances, so eligibility and application rules should be checked carefully.
Re-entry is permitted, which can be useful if you want to leave the venue temporarily. However, the organisers recommend planning your return journey in advance because the end of the festival is expected to create significant crowds around the dome.
Professional cameras and recording equipment are prohibited unless an artist specifically announces that photography is permitted. Dangerous behaviour such as mosh pits and stage diving is also prohibited, and visitors may be removed from the event for violating these rules.
Official Event Information
Event: FUKUOKA MUSIC FES. 2027 supported by Trunk
Also known as: Fuku Fes / 福フェス
Dates: 30–31 January 2027
Location: Fukuoka, Japan
Main Venue: Mizuho PayPay Dome Fukuoka
Doors: 9:00
Start: 10:20
Expected Finish: 20:20
First Announced Artists: Saucy Dog, 04 Limited Sazabys, My Hair is Bad, Marcy and WurtS
Format: Indoor music festival
Organisers: Fukuoka SoftBank Hawks and Space Shower Entertainment Producing
Production: Space Shower Entertainment Producing and BEAMS
Production Cooperation: Live Nation H.I.P.
Operations: Kyodo Nishi-Nippon
The latest lineup, ticket releases, venue rules and schedule should be checked on the official FUKUOKA MUSIC FES. website: https://fukuokamusic-fes.com/2027/index.html
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FAQ
Where is FUKUOKA MUSIC FES. held?
The festival is held at Mizuho PayPay Dome Fukuoka in the Jigyohama area of Fukuoka City. The venue is an indoor stadium and provides the large-scale setting used for the festival's concert production.
Who is performing at FUKUOKA MUSIC FES. 2027?
The first five announced artists are Saucy Dog, 04 Limited Sazabys, My Hair is Bad, Marcy and WurtS. The organisers have confirmed that additional artists will be announced, and the performance day for the first five artists was still to be announced when the initial lineup was released.
Is FUKUOKA MUSIC FES. an indoor festival?
Yes. The entire event takes place inside Mizuho PayPay Dome Fukuoka. This is particularly useful because the festival takes place at the end of January, when Fukuoka can have cold and wet winter weather.
Can I leave the festival and come back?
Yes. Re-entry is permitted according to the official festival rules. Visitors should keep their required ticket or wristband/access credentials and follow the instructions provided by staff when leaving and returning.
What food is available during the festival?
Food and drinks are available within the venue, although the rules differ by seating area. Food can be consumed in the stadium stands, while food is not permitted in the arena area; drinks are permitted there.
Is FUKUOKA MUSIC FES. suitable for international visitors?
Yes. Fukuoka is a major Japanese city with an international airport, extensive public transportation, hotels and a well-developed tourism infrastructure. The festival can also be combined with sightseeing in Hakata, Tenjin, Momochi and other parts of Fukuoka, making it suitable for an international weekend trip.
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