An International Festival with something for everyone!

  • Music & Entertainment
  • Activities for kids and adults alike
  • International Food
  • Multi-cultural community

Your attendance helps local charities!

May 24, 2026 (Sun) @ Meijo Park

Online Program

2026 Online Program

  • Music & Entertainment
  • Activities for kids and adults alike
  • International Food
  • Multi-cultural community

Your attendance helps local charities!

2026 Walkathon T-Shirt
Date: May 24, 2026 (Sun)
Rain or Shine!
Time: 10:00 AM ~ 3:30 PM
Location: Meijo Park
Support: Get Tickets or
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All proceeds go to charity!

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34 years of giving back to the Chubu community

196 m円

$1.96 million donated to local charities

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The number of charities receiving funds in 2025

1700

5-yr average in-park attendance

Chubu Walkathon Mission


To actively support local charities and improve the lives of the less fortunate by creating an opportunity to increase awareness, recruit volunteers and raise funds at a family-friendly, international outdoor event.

Where does your donation go?
Guide Dog Charity

Top Sponsors of 2025 Chubu Walkathon

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Family-friendly event

A family-friendly event with lots of activities for the kids, and Mom & Dad alike!

News & Blog

James Havens performing outdoors with guitar beside text The Walkathon Song

The Chubu Walkathon 35th Anniversary Song

By Walkie Walrus • May 21, 2026
A song written and performed by James Havens in collaboration with students from Nagoya International School.
A man and a woman are holding a child in front of a Walkathon banner.

Raffle Prize Round Up for the 2026 Chubu Walkathon

May 20, 2026
Thanks to the generosity of our gracious sponsors, we have managed to gather quite the cache of fabulous raffle prizes for the 35th Chubu Walkathon!
Banner image for Cheers for Charity campaign

CHEERS FOR CHARITY

By Walkie Walrus • April 15, 2026
Two Nagoya craft breweries - Hyappa Brews and Tallboys Brewing - are producing special beers to support local charities. ¥100 from every beer sold will be donated to organizations serving children in need throughout the community.
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James Havens performing outdoors with guitar beside text The Walkathon Song

The Chubu Walkathon 35th Anniversary Song

By Walkie Walrus • May 21, 2026
A song written and performed by James Havens in collaboration with students from Nagoya International School.
A man and a woman are holding a child in front of a Walkathon banner.

Raffle Prize Round Up for the 2026 Chubu Walkathon

May 20, 2026
Thanks to the generosity of our gracious sponsors, we have managed to gather quite the cache of fabulous raffle prizes for the 35th Chubu Walkathon!
Banner image for Cheers for Charity campaign

CHEERS FOR CHARITY

By Walkie Walrus • April 15, 2026
Two Nagoya craft breweries - Hyappa Brews and Tallboys Brewing - are producing special beers to support local charities. ¥100 from every beer sold will be donated to organizations serving children in need throughout the community.
A smiling person wearing a JET t-shirt holds a handle and points to an advertisement displayed inside a train.

Meet Chubu Walkathon Volunteer - Bryce Conlan

By Walkie Walrus • April 13, 2026
Bryce is a long-time, ardent supporter of the Chubu Walkathon! You'll always be able to find Bryce because he's usually on stage as one of the event's emcees.
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Expect lots of fun, food, an exciting stage show, and a raffle with great prizes. Be sure to mark it on your calendar now and come on out and join the fun.

The Feel-Good Event

An insanely fun-filled day that gives back to the community!

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Help Us Raise ￥10 million +

...all for local charities in Chubu!

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Please support us by attending the event, purchasing T-shirts and making a donation.

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