Between screenings or shows
A two- to four-hour gap: something close by.
- Half-daySapporo Beer Museum
- EatGenghis Khan grills
Sapporo Snow Festival 2027 in Sapporo: weekend guide and things to do
2 to 8 February 2027 · ExpectedSapporo, Japan
Sapporo Snow Festival leaves gaps between screenings, shows and events, and companions without a pass have whole days in Sapporo. This guide fills them.
Know before you go
- Ice sculptures are lit up until 10 pm. Wear proper snow boots.
Airport to Odori Park, Susukino and Tsudome
New Chitose airport (CTS) has the JR rapid train to Sapporo in 37 minutes.
Subway to Odori; Tsudome has a shuttle.
Public transport directions to Odori Park, Susukino and Tsudome
Where to stay by budget
| Budget | Where | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Budget | Susukino | Nightlife district. |
| Mid-range | Sapporo station | Business hotels. |
| Splurge | Odori Park | Near festival sites. |
Three hotels we would book
- Budget: Hotel Resol Sapporo Nakajima Koen
- Mid-range: JR Inn Sapporo
- Splurge: JR Tower Hotel Nikko Sapporo
Day plans for the free hours
Built around the usual festival stay schedule for 2 to 8 February 2027. Session times change: check the official timetable and move the blocks around.
A free day
For companions without a pass, or attendees taking a day off.
- Full dayOtaru day trip
Evenings
After the last show of the day.
- EveningRamen and food tour
- EatRamen Yokocho
Rainy day
Indoor backups.
- Rain or heat backupHokkaido Museum.
- FreeSnow Festival sculptures in Odori Park.
Family-friendly picks
- Tsudome snow slides.
- Shiroi Koibito Park.
Evening and day-trip tours
After dark
- Susukino.
4 tours worth booking for Sapporo Snow Festival
| Tour | Length | Good for |
|---|---|---|
| Sapporo Beer Museum | Half day | Bad weather, Food lovers |
| Otaru day trip | Full day | Families |
| Ski or snowboard day at Niseko or Teine | Full day | Everyone |
| Ramen and food tour | Evening | Food lovers, Night owls |
Where to eat
Rainy-day backups
- Hokkaido Museum.
Getting around on event days
- Subway and Kitaca or Suica cards.
Day trips from Sapporo
- Otaru: 40 minutes
- Niseko: 2 hours
Bringing a group?
Corporate hospitality, fan clubs, teams and families travelling together: tell us the dates and group size and we will put together tours, transfers and a group dinner for Sapporo Snow Festival.
Plan a group tripQuestions people ask
When is Sapporo Snow Festival 2027?
The next edition is 2 to 8 February 2027, following the usual pattern. The organiser has not confirmed it yet.
How do I get from the airport to Odori Park, Susukino and Tsudome?
New Chitose airport (CTS) has the JR rapid train to Sapporo in 37 minutes. Subway to Odori; Tsudome has a shuttle.
Where should I stay for Sapporo Snow Festival?
For most visitors the best base is Sapporo station: Business hotels.
What can we do between sessions at Sapporo Snow Festival?
Good short outings in Sapporo include Sapporo Beer Museum. See the day plans on this page for a full schedule.
What is there for kids and families near Sapporo Snow Festival?
Family-friendly picks: Otaru day trip. Tsudome snow slides.
How far is Odori Park, Susukino and Tsudome from Sapporo centre?
About 1 km in a straight line. Subway to Odori; Tsudome has a shuttle.
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