Hunters from across the nation will gather at Monster Hunter Festa '26, a fan festival celebrating the Monster Hunter franchise, taking place on Sunday, February 22. Stage content and web streaming information has been announced, allowing fans who cannot attend in person to enjoy the festivities. Additional on-site content and campaign details have also been revealed.
Web Live Streaming for Those Unable to Attend
Viewing Channels:
YouTube Live
https://www.youtube.com/live/_ALZbj9jxFY
X (Twitter)
https://x.com/MH_Wilds
Monster Hunter Festa '26 Web Broadcast Stage Schedule:
10:20 AM to 11:55 AM - Monster Hunter Festa '26 Opening & Special Stage
12:20 PM to 1:15 PM - Monster Hunter Stories 3: Twin Fates Special Stage
1:40 PM to 2:40 PM - Monster Hunter Wilds Special Stage
3:15 PM to 5:45 PM - Monster Hunter Wilds Hunting King Championship 2026 Semifinals & Finals
*Note: This event will not include any new information about Monster Hunter Wilds' major expansion content.
*Stage content and schedule are subject to change.
*The venue will hold a grand lottery after the Hunting King Championship and web broadcast conclude.
Stage Content Details:
10:20 AM to 11:55 AM - Monster Hunter Festa '26 Opening & Special Stage
The opening stage features Monster Hunter Wilds quiz competitions, visitor participation challenge quests, and a Monster Hunter Wilds world-building lecture covering various aspects of the game.
12:20 PM to 1:15 PM - Monster Hunter Stories 3: Twin Fates Special Stage
With its release scheduled for Friday, March 13, this stage will showcase a new promotional video for Monster Hunter Stories 3: Twin Fates, first-look gameplay footage, and the latest information about the game.
1:40 PM to 2:40 PM - Monster Hunter Wilds Special Stage
As Monster Hunter Wilds approaches its first anniversary, this stage will introduce information about upcoming event quests.
*No new information about Monster Hunter Wilds' major expansion content will be shared.
3:15 PM to 5:45 PM - Monster Hunter Wilds Hunting King Championship 2026 Semifinals & Finals
The "Hunting King" title goes to the fastest hunter in the nation. Elite hunters from six teams who advanced through the preliminaries will compete in the semifinals and finals of the Monster Hunter Wilds Hunting King Championship 2026.
https://www.monsterhunter.com/championship/2026/japan/
Capcom Developers in Attendance:
Monster Hunter Series Producer: Ryozo Tsujimoto
Monster Hunter Wilds Executive Director: Kaname Fujioka
Monster Hunter Wilds Director: Yuya Tokuda
Monster Hunter Stories 3: Twin Fates Director: Kenji Oguro
Monster Hunter Stories 3: Twin Fates Lead Game Designer: Daisuke Wakahara
Stage/Event Guests:
MC/Host:
- Kosuke Hiraiwa (Monster Hunter Wilds Hunting King Championship 2026 Host)
- Yuki Usami
Popular Character "Palico" Makes First Appearance on AI Interactive Signage
At the venue, visitors can enjoy an interactive experience with Palicos using "Teetee Shutter," an AI interactive signage system provided by AVITA Corporation. The Palicos respond with expressions, poses, and sounds that match visitors' movements, creating a lifelike presence.
Additionally, visitors can receive original wallpapers compatible with PCs and smartphones featuring the Capcom Town logo, a website where you can play, view, and purchase content based on Capcom characters. Meet your adorable and reliable partner, the Palico!
About Capcom Town
A town filled with fun content including games and videos!
The classic game lineup featuring titles like Street Fighter II and Mega Man is updated monthly, so please come visit.
Sponsor Booth Information
GALLERIA Booth
Experience hands-on gameplay of Monster Hunter Wilds using GALLERIA high-performance PCs verified for the game.
Visitors to the GALLERIA booth will receive complimentary GALLERIA stickers while supplies last.
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Event Overview:
Name: Monster Hunter Festa '26
Date: Sunday, February 22, 2026
Hours: 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM (Last entry at 5:00 PM, subject to change)
*Entry restrictions may be implemented for safety depending on venue capacity.
Venue: Makuhari Messe Halls 2 & 3
Address: 2-1 Nakase, Mihama-ku, Chiba City, Chiba 261-8550
Access: https://www.m-messe.co.jp/access/
Admission: Free/Open entry
Monster Hunter Festa '26 Official Website:
https://www.monsterhunter.com/festa/2026/japan/
Hunting King Championship Overview:
Name: Monster Hunter Wilds Hunting King Championship 2026
Date: Sunday, February 22, 2026
Monster Hunter Wilds Hunting King Championship 2026 Official Website:
https://www.monsterhunter.com/championship/2026/japan/
Monster Hunter Festa '26 Supported by:
Ichiran Co., Ltd.
Universal Studios Japan
GALLERIA
SUUMO
Amazon Web Services
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Monster Hunter Wilds Official Website
https://www.monsterhunter.com/wilds/
Monster Hunter Wilds Official X Account
https://x.com/MH_Wilds
*Information in this release is current as of the announcement date and subject to change.
*Screenshots are from development versions.
