"Moominvalley and Umbrella" starts Saturday, April 11, 2026! An umbrella sky and illuminations themed after "Comet in Moominland" will be held! Plenty of limited-edition goods and special menus available only now!
Moominvalley Park will host its annual "Moominvalley and Umbrella" event starting April 11, 2026. This year features a 200m umbrella sky themed around the novel "Comet in Moominland," along with exclusive merchandise.
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Moominvalley Park, operated by Moomin Monogatari Co., Ltd. (Headquarters: Hanno City, Saitama Prefecture; President and CEO: Kiyoshi Mochizuki), will hold its highly popular annual event, "Moominvalley and Umbrella," starting Saturday, April 11, 2026.
Prior to the event's opening, a private viewing for the press was held on Wednesday, April 8, giving an early look at the 200-meter-long umbrella sky inspired by the 2026 theme, "Comet in Moominland." While colorful umbrellas decorated the space overhead, popular characters such as Moomin, Snorkmaiden, Sniff, Snufkin, and Little My made an appearance for a photo session.
During the event, in addition to special content and special menus, original merchandise exclusive to this event will also be available.
## [Event Overview] Moominvalley and Umbrella 2026
- Event Period: From Saturday, April 11, 2026
- "Moominvalley and Umbrella" Event Details: https://metsa-hanno.com/lp/umbrella2026/
## ▶ The highlight is the umbrella sky themed around the 2026 exclusive "Comet in Moominland"
The design concept for the 2026 "Moominvalley and Umbrella" is "Comet in Moominland."
This work is the second novel in the "Moomin" series. Under the message "We are braver together," it is a story where Moomintroll, having heard rumors that a comet is coming to Moominvalley, meets his friends and overcomes various difficulties to reach the observatory.
It is also known as the story where Moomintroll meets Snufkin and Snorkmaiden for the first time.
The joy of overcoming the crisis of the comet with friends, as well as the beauty and splendor of Moominvalley, are expressed through the vibrantly colored umbrella sky and balloon character panels of Moominvalley friends appearing among the colorful umbrellas.
You can look up at the balloons featuring illustrations from "Comet in Moominland" and enjoy immersing yourself in the world of the story.
Prior to the event's opening, a private viewing for the press was held on Wednesday, April 8, giving an early look at the 200-meter-long umbrella sky inspired by the 2026 theme, "Comet in Moominland." While colorful umbrellas decorated the space overhead, popular characters such as Moomin, Snorkmaiden, Sniff, Snufkin, and Little My made an appearance for a photo session.
During the event, in addition to special content and special menus, original merchandise exclusive to this event will also be available.
## [Event Overview] Moominvalley and Umbrella 2026
- Event Period: From Saturday, April 11, 2026
- "Moominvalley and Umbrella" Event Details: https://metsa-hanno.com/lp/umbrella2026/
## ▶ The highlight is the umbrella sky themed around the 2026 exclusive "Comet in Moominland"
The design concept for the 2026 "Moominvalley and Umbrella" is "Comet in Moominland."
This work is the second novel in the "Moomin" series. Under the message "We are braver together," it is a story where Moomintroll, having heard rumors that a comet is coming to Moominvalley, meets his friends and overcomes various difficulties to reach the observatory.
It is also known as the story where Moomintroll meets Snufkin and Snorkmaiden for the first time.
The joy of overcoming the crisis of the comet with friends, as well as the beauty and splendor of Moominvalley, are expressed through the vibrantly colored umbrella sky and balloon character panels of Moominvalley friends appearing among the colorful umbrellas.
You can look up at the balloons featuring illustrations from "Comet in Moominland" and enjoy immersing yourself in the world of the story.