Kyoto Experiment returns from October 3 to 25, 2026, with 23 days of experimental theater, dance, music and visual art at venues across Kyoto. Guided by the 2026 key phrase “Carrying a pebble in my pocket,” the festival connects performances and exhibitions with artistic research, talks and workshops through Kansai Studies, Shows and Super Knowledge for the Future (SKF). Festival-pass availability and pricing are listed on the official ticket page. Schedules, admission, age guidance and access conditions vary by program, so check the official program and ticket pages before visiting. Main visual: ©小池アイ子.
Kyoto Experiment: Kyoto International Performing Arts Festival 2026
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Kyoto Experiment: Kyoto International Performing Arts Festival 2026
About
Where
ROHM Theatre Kyoto, KYOTO ART CENTER, Kyoto Art Theater Shunjuza, THEATRE E9 KYOTO, Kyoto City University of Arts Art Gallery @KCUA, Kyoto Prefectural Citizens' Hall ALTI, Kyoto City Kuretake Cultural Center, and other Kyoto venues
About
Kyoto Experiment returns from October 3 to 25, 2026, with 23 days of experimental theater, dance, music and visual art at venues across Kyoto. Guided by the 2026 key phrase “Carrying a pebble in my pocket,” the festival connects performances and exhibitions with artistic research, talks and workshops through Kansai Studies, Shows and Super Knowledge for the Future (SKF). Festival-pass availability and pricing are listed on the official ticket page. Schedules, admission, age guidance and access conditions vary by program, so check the official program and ticket pages before visiting. Main visual: ©小池アイ子.
Where
ROHM Theatre Kyoto, KYOTO ART CENTER, Kyoto Art Theater Shunjuza, THEATRE E9 KYOTO, Kyoto City University of Arts Art Gallery @KCUA, Kyoto Prefectural Citizens' Hall ALTI, Kyoto City Kuretake Cultural Center, and other Kyoto venues