[2025] Winter illuminations in Matsusaka City , Mie Prefecture ! A One Night in Matsusaka on Christmas Night

• Table of Contents
• Christmas illuminations in Matsusaka City , Mie Prefecture
• Where is One Night in Matsusaka Christmas Night event held? How long will the illuminations last?
• The lighting ceremony will be held on Saturday, December 6th.
• Santa is coming! There will be lots of events during the period!
• summary

Christmas illuminations in Matsusaka City , Mie Prefecture

Matsusaka City is located almost in the Chuo of Mie Prefecture .

This year, Matsusaka City will be holding Christmas illuminations to support the Mie Matsusaka Marathon and to commemorate the 20th anniversary of the city's establishment!

We will introduce you to the highlights, from illuminations centered around the Christmas tree to exciting events that children can enjoy.

One Night in Matsusaka on Christmas Night special site

One Night in Matsusaka Christmas Night Official Instagram

Where is One Night in Matsusaka Christmas Night event held? How long will the illuminations last?

"A One Night in Matsusaka on Christmas Night" will be held at Mori Park from Saturday, December 6th to Thursday, December 25th, 2025 ! Admission is free.

During the period, the illuminations will be on every day from 5pm to 9pm.

The area around the 22-meter metasequoia Christmas tree next to the Matsusaka City Cultural Properties Center will be illuminated with light.

*Image is for illustrative purposes only.

The lighting ceremony will be held on Saturday, December 6th.

The lighting ceremony will be held on Saturday, December 6th, the first day of the event!

A spectacular stage event will be held from 3:00 p.m. to brighten up the first day of the event.

[Stage event time schedule]

15:00 Street Performance (Crown Loto)

15:50 Live Music (U-street)

16:45 Lighting ceremony (17:00 illuminations will be turned on by the Mayor of Matsusaka)

Mie Junior and Senior High School Choir

17:30 Mie High School Dance Club (SERIOUS FLAVOR)

18:20 Bubble Man (Bubble Show)

Santa is coming! There will be lots of events during the period!

During the illumination period, there are plenty of other events for children to enjoy besides the illuminations!

〇Christmas Sweets Carnival

Speaking of illuminations, you'll also want to enjoy some gourmet food.

A sweets carnival will be held, with food trucks offering popular sweets!

[Date and Time]

December 6th (Sat) 13:00-21:00

December 7th (Sun), 13th (Sat), 14th (Sun) 17:00-21:00

https://kabu-ku.com/mride-sweetscarnival/

Mystery solving game "Careless Santa and the Secret Christmas"

Santa was preparing Christmas presents, but he forgot where he hid them! Let's all help Santa find the presents!

[Dates] December 6th (Sat), 7th (Sun), 13th (Sat), 14th (Sun)

[Booklet distribution and prize exchange locations and reception hours]

1. Matsusaka City Cultural Assets Center/Haniwakan (10:00-17:00)

2) Event Motobu(17:00-21:00)

[Fee] Free

Night at the Museum

A special nighttime exhibition will be held at the Matsusaka City Cultural Properties Center/Haniwakan.

1. Exhibition explanation and backstage tour!

2. Draw an illustration of your favorite "Haniwa"! (Location: At the Oku of the Haniwakan lobby)

[Dates] December 6th (Sat), 7th (Sun), 13th (Sat), 14th (Sun) 17:00-21:00

[Admission fee] 300 yen

https://kabu-ku.com/nightmuseum/

Bamboo lantern making workshop

A workshop where you can make "bamboo lanterns," which are lights that are lit by drilling holes in bamboo.

It can be enjoyed by everyone, from children to adults, parents and children alike.

[Date] Saturday, December 6th *First 50 people

[Time] From 13:00 (required time: 30 minutes to 1 hour)

[Fee] 1,500 yen *All bamboo and tools will be provided.

[How to apply] Please register at the event Motobu on the day

[Notes] Children under elementary school age must be accompanied by a parent or guardian whenever possible.

〇Santa is coming!

[Dates] December 13th (Sat) and 14th (Sun)

[Fee] Free

https://kabu-ku.com/suzunomorisanta/

1. Commemorative photo with Santa Claus *First 30 pairs per day

[Time] 18:00-18:30 / 19:00-19:30 *Numbered tickets will be distributed from 17:00 each day

2. Gift distribution from Santa Claus *900 gifts per day on a first-come, first-served basis

Santa will be handing out sweets to children who visit Mori Park!

Please note that availability times and quantities are limited.

[Time] 17:00-17:30

summary

This special Christmas event is being held to commemorate the 20th anniversary of Matsusaka City incorporation and as a support event for the Mie Matsusaka Marathon.

There was a great deal of fun for everyone from children to adults, including a giant Christmas tree illuminated!

For the latest information, please check the official SNS and website of "A One Night in Matsusaka on Christmas Night."

This winter, spend a heartwarming night in Matsusaka City, Mie Prefecture !

" A One Night in Matsusaka on Christmas Night"

・Date and time

Saturday, December 6th, 2025 - Thursday, December 25th, 2025 17:00-21:00

*Event times vary depending on the event content.

·place

Suzunomori Mori

1-1 Mie Prefecture, Matsusaka City, Mie Prefecture, 515-0821

・Fee: Free

*For the prices of each event, please check the official "A One Night in Matsusaka on Christmas Night" social media and website.

・Parking: Free

①Suzunomori Mori Parking Lot

Matsusaka City Parking Lot in front of Matsusaka City Hospital

Matsusaka City Hall Parking Lot

*The Mori Park parking lot will be closed on Saturday, December 20th due to preparations for the Matsusaka Marathon.

・Inquiries: 050-1808-5035 (Kabuku Co., Ltd.)

・Official website

https://kabu-ku.com/matsusakanohitoyo-xmas/

・Official Instagram

https://www.instagram.com/matsusakanohitoyo/

[For more information on Matsusaka City, click here]

Matsusaka City Tourism Official Instagram