White Beach Festival 2026 (Photo courtesy of Navy MWR)
When ships make a port call to White Beach, the naval facility, which is often a quiet place, is buzzing with activity. On April 25 and 26 expect some more excitement as White Beach Festival returns.
Enjoy live entertainment like a wadaiko (Japanese drum) performance, Okinawan pop concert, and a hula dance performance. There will also be static displays, a flyboard demonstration, a vintage car exhibition (scheduled for Sunday), and more. Face painting will also be available.
Jointly hosted by the U.S. Navy and the Japanese Maritime Self-Defense Force (JMSDF), this festival’s main feature will be a ship tour.
Needless to say, there will be tons of festival food to choose from.
Come to White Beach for this fun-packed weekend.
White Beach Festival
Date: April 25, 25 (Sat, Sun)
Time: 11 a.m. – 9 p.m.
*Visitors are encouraged to use free designated off-base parking locations and take shuttle bases. The parking locations are expected to be announced on Navy MWR Okinawa’s Facebook page (https://www.facebook.com/NavyMWROkinawa)
*To avoid traffic delays, visitors are required to show a valid SOFA ID, Common Access Card, Japanese ID/Drivers License, Residence Card, or Passport.
*For more info, check with Navy MWR Okinawa (https://www.navymwrokinawa.com/)
