Key Facts
• The 2nd Wakayama THE BEATLES STREET will be held on November 1-2, 2025.
• Location: Underground plaza “Wakachika Plaza” at JR Wakayama Station.
• Concept: “Music of The Beatles for everyone.”
• Origin: Started in Osaka in 2013, now held in Hiroshima, Okayama, Ishikawa, and Wakayama.
• Performances: 18 bands on the main stage, 8 on the acoustic stage.
• Acoustic stage: 20 applicants for 8 slots, selected by lottery.
• Main stage: Each band gets 30 minutes, 10 minutes longer than other locations.
• Last year: 1,000 attendees over two days; 500 program booklets ran out by morning.
• Event time: 12:00 PM to 6:00 PM; free admission.
• Organizer’s note: Inspired by audience feedback and personal experiences with Beatles music.
Summary
The 2nd Wakayama THE BEATLES STREET will take place on November 1-2, 2025, at JR Wakayama Station’s underground Wakachika Plaza. Featuring 26 bands, the event celebrates The Beatles’ music with performances on both main and acoustic stages. The main stage offers 30-minute slots for 18 pre-selected bands, while 8 acoustic stage performers were chosen by lottery from 20 applicants. Last year’s event drew 1,000 attendees, showcasing its popularity. Organizer Masafumi Yoshida emphasized the event’s emotional impact and its ability to unite generations through music. Admission is free, and the event runs from 12:00 PM to 6:00 PM.
