Yosakoi Festival is a dance event that started in 1954 in Kochi Prefecture, and is now held throughout the country. Dance groups from around the country gather to compete at the event. Yosakoi Sasebo Festival that started in 1997 has now become Kyushu's largest festival, and enthusiastic dancers from all over Japan gather to present amazing performances in various parts of town.

Held at over ten places in the city, mainly in Nakiri Ground.

7min from Sasebo Stn. on the city bus or Saihi Bus for Ohno, and alight at Matsuuracho.