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CLOUD9 BEACH FESTIVAL 2026 with information and people having fun

(Photos courtesy of CLOUD9 Okinawa Japan)

Come Saturday, July 18, a big beach party is coming to the east coast.

CLOUD9 BEACH FESTIVAL 2026, a.k.a. “Okinawa’s #1 All-Genre Music Beach Festival,” featuring hip-hop, reggae, pop, dance performances and more, will be held on Uken Beach near Camp Courtney.

While entertainment is in progress on the main stage, DJs will keep the vibe going in other areas.

Uken Beach is known as a hidden gem where you can see the sunrise over peaceful waters. To make the most of this beautiful beach, the fun-packed programs also include games, mural art, plus water activities like water slides, flyboarding and riding banana boats.

There will also be a full bar and food trucks to boost your excitement and energy.

You can purchase cool items at pop-up stores as well to commemorate the good times, too.

Come to Uken Beach and celebrate the summer together!

CLOUD9 BEACH FESTIVAL 2026

Shoji Kudaka is a writer based in Okinawa. Kudaka covers travel, food and culture for Stars and Stripes Okinawa. When he is not exploring the stunning local beaches or going on treks through jungles and caves, you can find him trying out new recipes he shares online and in the paper.

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