Festival Sponsors

The Las Vegas Akimatsuri is made possible by the generosity of sponsors who provide funding, prizes and support for the festival program. Their contributions help cover the cost of staging performances, running the raffle and putting on activities such as “Let’s Dance!” and Las Vegas Ondo.

The Las Vegas Aki Matsuri is a Japanese autumn festival that gathers the community together for a weekend of food, music, and celebration. Festival programming has featured performances, ondo dancing, and activities such as “Let’s Dance!” alongside a raffle drawing with prize winners announced on site. The event has been staged over two days in October at a Las Vegas hotel and casino, with daytime and evening sessions that welcome families, students, and curious visitors alike. Advance tickets have been offered alongside door admission, and the festival atmosphere extends well past the main stage.

Japanese food forms a highlight of the festival menu, with vendors and participating restaurants serving ramen, sushi, izakaya-style plates, karaage, gyoza, and grilled fish specialties. Japanese beer and other beverages are available to complement the meal offerings, while dessert stalls such as ice cream and baked treats add a lighter finish. A themed food and drink presence has included notable local kitchens known for Okinawan and broader Japanese cuisine, giving visitors a genuine taste of Japan without leaving the valley. Seating areas and hosted tables make it easy to linger between performances and sampling.

The festival is made possible through the generosity of sponsors who provide funding, prizes, and practical support for the program. Contributions help cover the cost of staging performances, running the raffle, and putting on interactive activities, while partner restaurants and beverage companies supply the food and drink elements that many attendees look forward to. Gratitude is extended to the beverage partner, the community partner from the anime convention scene, the wine and spirits retailer, and the restaurant group sponsors, along with the many organizations and volunteers who lend their time.

Beyond the headline events, the Aki Matsuri experience includes on-site photo galleries, prize announcements, themed merchandise such as festival shirts, and volunteer opportunities for community members. Visitors often share photographs and congratulations on social channels, spreading word about upcoming editions and encouraging repeat attendance. The festival has continued across multiple years, with each gathering building on the last through new performances, refreshed menus, and expanded sponsor support. Planning ahead for parking, admission timing, and program schedules helps attendees make the most of a busy, joyful two-day weekend.