The Osu Summer Festival is held every year for two days on Saturdays and Sundays in late July and early August.

Dancers in sexy and colorful costumes parade through the streets dancing passionately to the cheerful Brazilian rhythms of the percussionists.

Special stages at Osu Kannon, Banshoji Temple, and Fureai Plaza offer live performances and shows perfect for summer.

In addition to the samba parade, the Osu-style parade is very popular with cosplayers and Awaodori dancing.

At night, a turret is set up in the precincts of Osu Kannon for the Grand Bon Dance Festival.

Fire torches and handheld fireworks will decorate the night sky to close the Summer Festival. The powerful sound of taiko drums played by the Osu Taiko Preservation Society "Suzumiji" enhances the power of the handheld fireworks.