Free Participation: Kawasaki Sports Partner 6 Teams to Co-Host 'Ball Game Festa' on Wednesday, August 5, 2026
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- Free Participation: Kawasaki Sports Partner 6 Teams to Co-Host 'Ball Game Festa' on Wednesday, August 5, 2026
- Kawasaki City will host the 'Ball Game Festa,' a free sports experience event for elementary school students, on August 5, 2026, in collaboration with six top-level local teams known as 'Kawasaki Sports Partners.' Participants can enjoy hands-on experiences in five different sports alongside professional athletes.
- Source: PR Times
- Date: June 17, 2026
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Kawasaki City will host the 'Ball Game Festa,' a free sports experience event for elementary school students, on August 5, 2026, in collaboration with six top-level local teams known as 'Kawasaki Sports Partners.' Participants can enjoy hands-on experiences in five different sports alongside professional athletes.
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- Free Participation: Kawasaki Sports Partner 6 Teams to Co-Host 'Ball Game Festa' on Wednesday, August 5, 2026 (June 17, 2026), PR Times
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- June 17, 2026
Kawasaki City will host the 'Ball Game Festa,' a free sports experience event for elementary school students, on August 5, 2026, in collaboration with six top-level local teams known as 'Kawasaki Sports Partners.' Participants can enjoy hands-on experiences in five different sports alongside professional athletes.
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Kawasaki City will host the 'Ball Game Festa' on Wednesday, August 5, 2026 (Reiwa 8), in cooperation with six frontline sports teams based in the city, collectively known as the 'Kawasaki Sports Partners'.
This event offers a rare opportunity to experience five different sports—such as volleyball and basketball—all in one day, while playing alongside professional athletes and staff from top leagues!
Event Overview
Date and Time: Wednesday, August 5, 2026, 12:30 PM – 4:00 PM (Registration starts at 11:30 AM)
Venue: Tokyu Dressel Tododoki Arena (1-3 Todoroki, Nakahara Ward, Kawasaki)
Target Participants: 200 elementary school students (residents of Kawasaki City)
Participation Fee: Free
Sports and Participating Teams
Volleyball (NEC Red Rockets Kawasaki)
Basketball (Kawasaki Brave Thunders, Fujitsu Red Wave)
Soccer (Kawasaki Frontale)
Baseball (Toshiba Brave Ares)
American Football (Fujitsu Frontiers)
※ The athletes and coaches participating on the day are still being confirmed. Some teams may not have players attending due to unforeseen circumstances.
Sample Experience: Basketball
Sample Experience: Volleyball
Application Information
Advance registration is required. If there are more applicants than available spots, selection will be by lottery. (Same-day registration is not permitted.)
Applications must be submitted via the Kawasaki City official website. The application deadline is Wednesday, July 15, 2026.
※ Lottery results will be sent by email to the address registered at the time of application. (Only successful applicants will be notified.)
The event may be canceled or modified due to weather conditions or other unavoidable circumstances.
Multiple applications from the same individual or under different guardians will be invalidated.
Lottery results will be sent only to the email address provided during registration.
Recruitment Website
Application Form
Important Notes and Other Information
Children cannot participate without a guardian. Attendance with a guardian is mandatory. On the day, guardians are permitted to observe only from the spectator seating area.
Late entry is not permitted.
All necessary equipment, including balls, will be provided by the organizers.
No changing rooms are available. Please come dressed in comfortable, sport-appropriate clothing.
Participants must bring their own indoor shoes, towel, and drink for hydration.
Although the arena is air-conditioned, in past years many participants have run out of drinks during the event. While mid-event refills are possible, we strongly recommend bringing extra drinks. We also ask participants to wear breathable clothing and take precautions against heatstroke.
In case of injury during the event, only emergency first aid will be provided. Compensation will be limited to the scope of the accident insurance held by the organizers.
The organizers recognize the importance of personal information and will handle it appropriately in accordance with the Act on the Protection of Personal Information and related laws and regulations.
Photos taken on the day may be used by the city and participating teams for public relations purposes on websites and various social media platforms. Your understanding and consent are appreciated in advance.
About Kawasaki Sports Partners
To promote sports and enhance the city's image, Kawasaki City has designated six top-level teams based in the city—NEC Red Rockets Kawasaki, Kawasaki Brave Thunders, Kawasaki Frontale, Toshiba Brave Ares, Fujitsu Frontiers, and Fujitsu Red Wave—as 'Kawasaki Sports Partners'.
These 'Kawasaki Sports Partners' contribute to sports promotion by conducting competitive activities highlighting 'Kawasaki,' hosting interactive sports classes for children, and offering citizen invitations to home games, thereby increasing access to sports viewing and spreading awareness of various sports.
Inquiries
Mr. Isozaki, Sports City Development Section, Citizen Sports Division, Bureau of Citizen and Cultural Affairs, Kawasaki City
Phone: 044-200-3723
This event offers a rare opportunity to experience five different sports—such as volleyball and basketball—all in one day, while playing alongside professional athletes and staff from top leagues!
Event Overview
Date and Time: Wednesday, August 5, 2026, 12:30 PM – 4:00 PM (Registration starts at 11:30 AM)
Venue: Tokyu Dressel Tododoki Arena (1-3 Todoroki, Nakahara Ward, Kawasaki)
Target Participants: 200 elementary school students (residents of Kawasaki City)
Participation Fee: Free
Sports and Participating Teams
Volleyball (NEC Red Rockets Kawasaki)
Basketball (Kawasaki Brave Thunders, Fujitsu Red Wave)
Soccer (Kawasaki Frontale)
Baseball (Toshiba Brave Ares)
American Football (Fujitsu Frontiers)
※ The athletes and coaches participating on the day are still being confirmed. Some teams may not have players attending due to unforeseen circumstances.
Sample Experience: Basketball
Sample Experience: Volleyball
Application Information
Advance registration is required. If there are more applicants than available spots, selection will be by lottery. (Same-day registration is not permitted.)
Applications must be submitted via the Kawasaki City official website. The application deadline is Wednesday, July 15, 2026.
※ Lottery results will be sent by email to the address registered at the time of application. (Only successful applicants will be notified.)
The event may be canceled or modified due to weather conditions or other unavoidable circumstances.
Multiple applications from the same individual or under different guardians will be invalidated.
Lottery results will be sent only to the email address provided during registration.
Recruitment Website
Application Form
Important Notes and Other Information
Children cannot participate without a guardian. Attendance with a guardian is mandatory. On the day, guardians are permitted to observe only from the spectator seating area.
Late entry is not permitted.
All necessary equipment, including balls, will be provided by the organizers.
No changing rooms are available. Please come dressed in comfortable, sport-appropriate clothing.
Participants must bring their own indoor shoes, towel, and drink for hydration.
Although the arena is air-conditioned, in past years many participants have run out of drinks during the event. While mid-event refills are possible, we strongly recommend bringing extra drinks. We also ask participants to wear breathable clothing and take precautions against heatstroke.
In case of injury during the event, only emergency first aid will be provided. Compensation will be limited to the scope of the accident insurance held by the organizers.
The organizers recognize the importance of personal information and will handle it appropriately in accordance with the Act on the Protection of Personal Information and related laws and regulations.
Photos taken on the day may be used by the city and participating teams for public relations purposes on websites and various social media platforms. Your understanding and consent are appreciated in advance.
About Kawasaki Sports Partners
To promote sports and enhance the city's image, Kawasaki City has designated six top-level teams based in the city—NEC Red Rockets Kawasaki, Kawasaki Brave Thunders, Kawasaki Frontale, Toshiba Brave Ares, Fujitsu Frontiers, and Fujitsu Red Wave—as 'Kawasaki Sports Partners'.
These 'Kawasaki Sports Partners' contribute to sports promotion by conducting competitive activities highlighting 'Kawasaki,' hosting interactive sports classes for children, and offering citizen invitations to home games, thereby increasing access to sports viewing and spreading awareness of various sports.
Inquiries
Mr. Isozaki, Sports City Development Section, Citizen Sports Division, Bureau of Citizen and Cultural Affairs, Kawasaki City
Phone: 044-200-3723
FAQ
How do I apply for the Ball Game Festa?
Apply via the Kawasaki City official website by July 15. Participation is by lottery, and only selected applicants can attend.
What can guardians do at the event?
Guardians must accompany children but can only observe from spectator seats. Active participation is not allowed.
What should participants bring?
Indoor shoes, towel, and drink. Wear comfortable sportswear. No changing rooms available.