Hakuba Half

Apr 18, 2026 at 8:00am ~ Apr 18, 2026 at 5:00pm

The Hakuba Half is a weekend-long celebration of running and community, with as much emphasis on fun as on the run. Expect great food, a sports-and-arts festival, live music on Saturday night, and skiing on Sunday. And through it all, Hakuba’s cherry blossoms frame the experience.The Hakuba Half begins and ends at the Olympic Ski Jump Stadium, home to Japan’s iconic gold medal moment in 1998. Post-race, the venue transforms into a sports-and-arts festival packed with amazing food, live music, art experiences, and sponsor booths. Stick around to refuel, explore, and connect with athletes, and new friends all afternoon.At night, the celebration turns into a full-on party. Come together over great food and live music, then settle in for raffle prizes, high-energy vibes, and DJs spinning late into the night.