Overview

A “temporary city of cinema” will appear on Zushi Beach!

The highly popular annual event, “Zushi Beach Film Festival 2026,” is set to take place during Golden Week in Shonan. This normally शांत beach will transform into a special space where film, music, food, and art come together.

　📅 Event Period: April 24 – May 6, 2026 (13 days)

Concept: “Play with the Earth”

The theme of this event is “Play with the Earth.”

Produced by the globally traveling creative collective CINEMA CARAVAN, the festival blends:

　✔ Nature × Film
　✔ People × Culture
　✔ Local × Global

　Creating a truly one-of-a-kind cultural experience.

A Unique Movie Experience by the Sea

The biggest highlight is watching films in a breathtaking setting:

　🌇 Sunset beach views
　🌊 The sound of waves
　🎥 Movies on a large outdoor screen

　Enjoy a multi-sensory cinematic experience unlike any other.

In 2026, a diverse lineup is planned, including classic films, documentaries, and ocean-themed works.

More Than Movies: A Full-Day Beach Festival

This event offers much more than just film screenings.

☀️ Daytime Activities
・Food trucks & local gourmet
・Bazaar (market)
・Workshops
・Skate ramp
・Merry-go-round

　👉 A beach festival you can enjoy all day long

Family-Friendly Events

🎉 Special programs include:

　👶 KIDS DAY (cooking & art experiences)
　🛹 Kids skate competition
　⚽ Beach soccer tournament

　👉 Designed for families to enjoy together

A New Theme Every Day

One unique feature of the festival is its daily changing themes.
Each day offers a different concept, making every visit a fresh experience.

Event Information

Event Name: Zushi Beach Film Festival 2026
Dates: April 24 – May 6, 2026
Organizer: Zushi Beach Film Festival Committee
Produced by: CINEMA CARAVAN
Official Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cinemacaravan/
Venue: Zushi Beach, Kanagawa

Film Screening Schedule (Planned)

Date	Film Title	Genre
Apr 24 (Fri)	『School of Rock』	Music / Comedy
Apr 25 (Sat)	『Perfect Days』	Human Drama
Apr 26 (Sun)	『Hook』	Fantasy / Kids
Apr 27 (Mon)	『The Big Blue』	Ocean / Human Drama
Apr 28 (Tue)	『Awakenings』	Human Drama
Apr 29 (Wed, Holiday)	『The Fall』	Fantasy / Adventure
Apr 30 (Thu)	『Aruna and Her Palate』	Documentary / Food Culture
May 1 (Fri)	『Chuck Berry: Brown-Eyed Handsome Man』	Music Documentary
May 2 (Sat)	『Babylon』	Culture / Drama
May 3 (Sun)	『Congo Dandies』	Documentary / Culture
May 4 (Mon, Holiday)	『Ghost Dog』	Crime / Culture
May 5 (Tue, Holiday)	『All the Streets Are Silent: New York (1987–1997) – The Intersection of Hip-Hop and Skateboarding』	Street Culture Documentary
May 6 (Wed, Holiday)	『“Ainu in Everyday Life” & Latest Work by Rai Shizuno』	Documentary / Special

🎫 Screenings start after sunset (around 6:30–7:00 PM)
Check the official website or Instagram for the latest updates!

Summary: A Must-Visit Golden Week Event in Shonan

“Zushi Beach Film Festival 2026” is a one-of-a-kind event that blends film × ocean × culture.

Perfect for:

　✔ Dates
　✔ Friends
　✔ Families
　✔ Tourists

👉 One of the top must-visit events in Shonan during Golden Week!

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▼The Japanese version of this article is here!
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