GASCA Hokkaido Bibai City Art & Music Festival 

GASCA Heads North: A two-week cultural Festival in collaboration with the Bibai City Government

GASCA has officially announced its upcoming collaboration with the Bibai City Government for the Hokkaido Bibai City Arts & Music Festival, taking place from February 17 to March 3, 2026.

 

The festival opens with the Hokkaido Music Competition held in Sapporo, where young musicians from around the world will compete in piano, strings, winds, percussion, and vocal categories. Following the competition, selected winners will take the stage at the iconic Kitara Concert Hall, one of Japan’s premier classical music venues, for a formal Winner’s Concert and Final Award Ceremony.

 

In addition to the musical events, participants will enjoy a curated cultural tour, including visits to local museums, the enchanting Lake Shikotsu Ice Festival, and the region’s renowned art institutions: Otaru Music Box Museum (オルゴール堂), Nasu Stained Glass Museum (那須ステンドグラス美術館) and House of Western Art (西洋美術館).

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Further north in Bibai, the festival will present a special Winter Art Exhibition at Arte Piazza Museum under the inspiring theme “Be Beautiful,” drawn from the city’s official slogan. 

The exhibition will showcase the GASCA Art Award winning works across Drawing, Calligraphy, and Photography, celebrating artistic expressions that reflect beauty in form, spirit, and landscape. In addition to the exhibition, visitors will enjoy Bibai’s seasonal highlights, including the enchanting Snowland attraction and a guided ski tour, offering a rich blend of cultural appreciation and winter adventure.

 

With its unique combination of performance, education, and cultural immersion, the Hokkaido Arts & Music Festival 2026 is poised to become a highlight on the international arts calendar.

GASCA winner’s Music concert and Final Award Ceremony at the world-class Sapporo Concert Hall “Kitara”

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GASCA Hokkaido Bibai City Art & Music Festival Highlights event:

  • GASCA International Japan Hokkaido Music Competition (Piano, Strings, Winds, Singing Category)
  • GASCA Winners’ Concert and Award Ceremony at Kitara Concert Hall
  • GASCA English Public Speaking Competition (Sun Plaza Hall)
  • GASCA Hokkaido Bibai City Art Exhibition and Award Ceremony

Winning artwork of the GASCA Art Competition will be Exhibited at the Arte Piazza Museum in Bibai city from 20 Feb to 3 March 2026

Calling all lovers of art, music, public speaking, and winter adventure—don’t miss the GASCA Hokkaido Bibai City Art & Music Festival! This exciting international celebration brings together talented performers and artists from around the world for a series of inspiring events, including the GASCA International Japan Hokkaido Music Competition (featuring piano, strings, winds, and vocal categories), the prestigious Winners’ Concert and Award Ceremony at Kitara Concert Hall, the dynamic English Public Speaking Competition, and the vibrant Hokkaido Art Exhibition and Award Ceremony. Set against the snowy charm of Bibai City, this festival offers a perfect blend of creativity, culture, and winter fun. Whether you're performing, competing, or simply enjoying the arts—this is an experience you won’t want to miss!