Monster Hunter Now Carnival
2026 Osaka
Scenes from Shibuya 2024
What Is Monster Hunter Now Carnival?
Monster Hunter Now Carnival is the biggest live & global event in Monster Hunter Now! The celebration kicks off with a live event, followed by a global event that hunters around the world can join from anywhere. By purchasing a ticket for either event, you’ll enjoy a special gameplay experience available only during MH Now Carnival.
Monster Hunter Now Carnival 2026 Osaka
Join us for a live event in the Namba area of Osaka on November 14–15, 2026. This year’s event marks the Monster Hunter Now debut of the elder dragon Amatsu!
Team up with hunters from across Japan to be among the first to challenge Amatsu and enjoy a one-of-a-kind hunting experience that can only be found at a live event!
Please note: To participate, you must purchase a ticket for your selected live event date.
Monster Hunter Now Carnival 2026 Global
Two weeks after the Osaka live event, join the global event on November 28–29, 2026, from anywhere in the world!
By purchasing a ticket for the global event, you’ll be able to challenge the elder dragon Amatsu and enjoy a special hunting experience unique to the global event.
Even if you’re attending the Osaka live event, you can also participate in the global event by purchasing a separate global event ticket. We hope you’ll join us!
Please note: A global event ticket is required to participate.
Monster Hunter Now Carnival 2026 Osaka
Location
Designated Event Area around Namba, Osaka
Event Hours
Saturday, November 14, 2026
9:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Sunday, November 15, 2026
9:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Please note: We estimate it will take approximately 3 hours to experience the event’s main content, including completing the main story and challenging the elder dragon Amatsu.
Ticket Prices
▼ Early Bird
1-Day Ticket: ¥3,500 (tax included)
2-Day Ticket: ¥4,000 (tax included)
▼ Regular
1-Day Ticket: ¥4,000 (tax included)
2-Day Ticket: ¥5,000 (tax included)
*Early bird tickets are available until 2:59 p.m. UTC on Wednesday, September 9.
*You may attend both event days. If you’d like to participate on both days, please select the 2-day ticket option. For details, please see How to Purchase Tickets.
*Tickets can also be gifted to your Monster Hunter Now friends. For details, please see How to Purchase Tickets.
*Event-exclusive items can only be claimed once, even if you attend both days.
Live Event Experience
The experiences below are available only on the date and time specified on your ticket. You will not be able to participate without a ticket.
*To begin the event, you must enter the designated Event Area. Please check the Event Area before attending.
Hunters, Gather in Osaka and Challenge the Elder Dragon Amatsu!
The elder dragon Amatsu arrives!
Experience a brand-new event format unlike anything before, featuring special mechanics during the hunt!
Join forces with fellow hunters and take on the elder dragon Amatsu together!
Hunt Tons of Riftborne Monsters!
Throughout the Event Area, popular riftborne monsters will appear in large numbers every 30 minutes!
Team up with hunters from across Japan in group hunts to take down as many as you can! It’s the perfect opportunity to rapidly upgrade and carry out style customization on your equipment. Experience the unique excitement of a live event, with frequent hunt invitations from fellow hunters!
*Riftborne monsters will appear for hunters who have unlocked 8★ monsters in the field. Hunters who have not yet unlocked 8★ monsters can still challenge them by joining group hunt invitations.
Forge Exclusive Event Equipment! No worries if you don't have lots of equipment!
Complete event quests to earn tickets for forging event-exclusive weapons and armor.
Special boosts during the event make it easy for hunters who are new to Monster Hunter Now or haven’t fully built up their equipment to enjoy all of the event content by using the event-exclusive equipment.
What’s more, the materials required to upgrade this equipment will be reduced for a limited time during the event!
Event-exclusive weapons will be available in all weapon types.
*During the event (through the end of Monster Hunter Now Carnival 2026 Global), fewer materials than usual will be required to upgrade event-exclusive equipment.
Get Exclusive Live Event Layered Equipment!
When you purchase your ticket, you’ll receive exclusive layered equipment available only for the live event!
Wear it before the event, and of course on the day itself, as you enjoy the hunt!
And once the event begins… something special might happen to this layered equipment. Stay tuned!
Introducing the New Sticker Hunt Feature!
Look forward to a brand-new feature: Sticker Hunt!
Complete event-exclusive quests and commemorate this one-of-a-kind day.
Complete the entire Sticker Hunt to earn special rewards exclusive to the live event!
*A future update will also add a feature that lets you review your Sticker Hunt progress.
Get an Event-Exclusive Accessory!
Accessories, arriving in Season 11, will also be available at the live event!
Earn a special accessory exclusive to the live event and put it to use during your hunts!
Experience the Event Areas
Check Out the Special Event Areas! Plus Exclusive Giveaways for Attendees!
Meet fellow hunters, snap memorable photos, explore exhibits, and enjoy Monster Hunter Now in the real world. Be sure to stop by!
*Giveaways are available while supplies last and will not be restocked. Please refrain from collecting them more than once.
Event Pass
All event participants will receive an Event Pass at one of the distribution points within the Event Area.
*To help us guide attendees smoothly, please wear your Event Pass in a clearly visible location while participating.
Highlights of the Main Event Locations
NAMBA Parks
The largest Event Area at Monster Hunter Now Carnival 2026 Osaka. At Parks Garden inside NAMBA Parks, you’ll find a group hunt area where hunters can meet and hunt together, as well as a variety of themed photo spots, including an AR photo experience. You’ll also be able to visit booths hosted by our event collaboration partners.
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Official Website |
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Google Maps |
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Nearest Stations |
Nankai Namba Station: Direct access |
Shinsaibashi BIGSTEP
Visit the key visual gallery and register for the Clean Hunter Challenge, a hands-on community cleanup activity.
*Please note that some areas open at 10:00 a.m.
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Nearest Stations |
Midosuji Line Shinsaibashi Station: 3-minute walk |
Midosuji
Part of the sidewalk along Midosuji, Osaka’s main boulevard, will be transformed into a dedicated Monster Hunter Now Event Area! Plus, exclusive event giveaways will be available in front of Shinsaibashi PARCO. It’s the perfect route to explore while enjoying the world of Monster Hunter Now.
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Nearest Stations |
Midosuji Line Shinsaibashi Station: Direct access |
Live Event Map
Event Partners
Spend ¥3,000 or more (tax included) and receive an exclusive MH Now Carnival giveaway available only at the event!
Receive exclusive, non-saleable collaboration merchandise with purchases exceeding a certain amount at the NAMBA Parks store.
*Listed in alphabetical order
Difference Between the Live vs. Global Event
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Osaka (Live Event) |
Global Event |
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Event Dates |
November 14 (Sat) & November 15 (Sun), 2026 |
November 28 (Sat), 9:00 a.m. – November 29 (Sun), 11:59 p.m., 2026 (local time) |
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Price |
▼ Early Bird ▼ Regular |
2-Day Ticket: ¥2,800* |
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Monster Debuting at the Event |
Elder Dragon Amatsu |
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Special Quests |
✓ |
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Event-Exclusive Equipment |
✓ |
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Large Monster Respawn Interval |
Every 30 minutes |
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Access Range |
Expanded by 50% |
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Hunt-a-thon / Elder Dragon Interception Cool Down Time |
No waiting time |
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Event-Exclusive Hunter Medal |
✓ (Live event-exclusive) |
✓ (Global event-exclusive) |
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Event-Exclusive Layered Equipment |
✓ |
Not available |
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Event-Exclusive Guild Card Background |
✓ |
Not available |
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Event-Exclusive Accessory |
✓ (Live event-exclusive) |
✓ (Global event-exclusive) |
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Special Hunt Menu Background |
✓ (During Amatsu hunts) |
Not available |
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Special Driftstone |
✓ (Mysterious Driftstone (Carnival 2026)) |
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*If your App Store or Google Play Store payment currency is set to Japanese yen.
How to Purchase Tickets
- Step 1
Open the Monster Hunter Now app.
*Only hunters with HR 11 or higher can purchase tickets through the app. - Step 2
Open the Quests menu.
- Step 3
Tap Live Events.
*If it doesn’t show, please try restarting the Monster Hunter Now app. - Step 4
A list of upcoming events will appear. Select Monster Hunter Now Carnival 2026 Osaka.
- Step 5
Follow the on-screen instructions to select:
Date > Time > Number of Tickets > Ticket TypeIf you’d like to attend both days
After selecting Date > Time > Number of Tickets > Ticket Type, additional options will appear. Check the 2-Day option before completing your purchase.Sending Tickets as Gifts
You can also purchase tickets for friends attending with you. On the Number of Tickets screen, select the total number of tickets and add the friends you’d like to purchase tickets for.Example:
If you and one friend are attending together, select 2 tickets. - Step 6
Choose your payment method and complete your purchase.
Ticket Types
▼ Early Bird
1-Day Ticket: ¥3,500 (tax included)
2-Day Ticket: ¥4,000 (tax included)
▼ Regular
1-Day Ticket: ¥4,000 (tax included)
2-Day Ticket: ¥5,000 (tax included)
*Early bird tickets are available from the start of ticket sales until September 9 at 2:59 p.m. (UTC).
*You may attend on both event days. If you’d like to attend both, be sure to select the 2-Day option during purchase. See How to Purchase Tickets for details.
Important Information About Purchasing Live Event Tickets
・Each ticket is valid for one day only. If you’d like to attend both days, select the 2-Day option during purchase. See How to Purchase Tickets for details.
・Once a ticket has been purchased, the event date cannot be changed.
・Tickets are non-refundable, except where required by applicable law or as otherwise stated in the Terms of Service.
・Live event tickets are available in limited quantities and sales will end once they are sold out.
・Even if tickets remain available, sales will end at 3:59 p.m. (local time) on the day of the event.
・Tickets are valid only for the date, time, and location shown on the ticket. An event ticket is required to participate.
・Event content is subject to change without notice.
・During Monster Hunter Now Carnival 2026 Osaka, Scopely Explore Inc. and Capcom Co., Ltd. will photograph and film the event to create promotional materials. Photos and videos taken during the event may be used on their websites, event-related blogs, social media, and other promotional channels.
Play Safely
Enjoy the event while wearing your Event Pass.
Your Event Pass consists of both a wristband and an Event Pass sticker. Please collect both at a distribution point and wear them in a clearly visible location throughout the event.
Your Event Pass will be checked when receiving certain giveaways and when entering designated Event Areas.
If you stop along Midosuji during the event, please use the designated Monster Hunter Now Event Area.
Please remain inside the chain barriers marking the Hokomichi pedestrian zone on Midosuji.
Stay aware of your surroundings and play safely.
Move to a safe location before you begin playing.
While playing outdoors, always be mindful of your surroundings, including pedestrians, traffic, and other potential hazards.
Follow local laws and regulations.
Always stay aware of your surroundings, avoid entering restricted or hazardous areas, and do not trespass.
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Gameplay
Where do I need to go to participate in Monster Hunter Now Carnival 2026 Osaka?
• To take part in the event, you must enter the Event Area during the event hours on the date shown on your ticket and begin the Special Quest. Some special gameplay features are only available while you are within the Event Area, even after launching the app.
• The Special Quest must be completed by 6:00 p.m. on the date shown on your ticket. Even if you purchase the 2-Day option, quest progress does not carry over to the second day; instead, the quest will begin again from the start. Some quest objectives can only be completed within the Event Area.
• Details about the Event Area will be announced at a later date.
Can I participate in the event without a ticket? Can I attend on a different day than the one shown on my ticket?
• No. If you do not have a ticket, or if you attend on a different date than the one shown on your ticket, you will not be able to access the event gameplay.
If I attend both days, can I receive event-exclusive items twice?
・No. Event-exclusive items can only be claimed once, even if you attend both days. This applies to the following rewards:
・Live event-exclusive layered equipment
・Rewards for completing the live event Sticker Hunt
・Live event-exclusive accessory
・Live event-exclusive Hunter Medal
・Live event-exclusive Guild Card background
Can players without a ticket join group hunts within the Event Area on the day of the event?
・For the elder dragon debuting at the event: Only ticket holders attending the event that day can join the same group hunt. Other hunters cannot join those groups.
・For all other monsters: Any hunter can participate in group hunts.
・Some monsters are exceptions to the above. More details will be announced at a later date.
Support
Questions About the Event
If you have questions about the event gameplay or content, please check the Support page first. It will be updated regularly.
If you still can’t find the answer in the FAQ, please contact us through in-app support.
Questions About the App
For general questions about the app, please visit the Support page. If you’re experiencing an issue, try restarting the app or your device, as this may resolve the problem.
Important Information
Health & Safety
During the event, staff may provide instructions to help ensure a safe experience. Please follow all directions from event staff.
Please check the weather forecast before attending and dress appropriately for the conditions.
Stay hydrated, take regular breaks, and be mindful of your health throughout the event.
Drinks can be purchased from nearby vending machines, supermarkets, and convenience stores.
If you need assistance with a lost child or wish to report disruptive behavior, please speak to the event staff at any Event Area.
Parking: There is no dedicated parking for this event. Please use public transportation.
Restrooms: Please use public restrooms and be considerate of other users.
If the Event Area becomes crowded, please avoid staying in one place for an extended period and be mindful of others.
If network connectivity becomes unstable due to congestion, try moving to another location or waiting a few moments before trying again.
Trash
Please take all of your trash home with you.
Keeping Your Phone Charged
We recommend bringing your own portable battery pack.
Download Assets Before You Arrive
If you plan to attend the event, please download all required game assets before arriving, preferably while connected to your home Wi-Fi.
Lost & Found
If you find or lose an item at one of the Event Areas, please hand it to the event staff at that location. After the event, any unclaimed items will be turned over to the nearest police station.
Inclement Weather & Emergency Notices
The event will be held rain or shine. However, it may be canceled due to severe weather, natural disasters, or other unavoidable circumstances.
For the latest event updates and emergency announcements, please check the Monster Hunter Now Official X account or Scopely Explore Help & Support.
Photography & Filming
Media outlets may be photographing and filming during the event, and attendees may appear in photos or videos. Please be aware that this content may be used multiple times across various media and promotional channels.
Organizer: Scopely Explore
*Images shown are in development. Final features and specifications are subject to change.
The Elder Dragon Amatsu Descends Upon Osaka!
Community
Stay up to date with the latest event news on our official social media channels!
Join the Official Discord to connect with fellow hunters before the event and take part in special campaigns!
Dedicated channels for hunters attending the Osaka event are now open!
*The official Discord server is available in Japanese and English only.
Exhibiting at Midosuji Challenge 2026!
Ahead of Monster Hunter Now Carnival 2026 Osaka, Midosuji Challenge 2026 will be held on November 6–8 along Midosuji. Monster Hunter Now will be exhibiting on November 7–8. Clear the web demo to receive an exclusive sticker! Sun visors will also be available while supplies last.
*The Midosuji Challenge runs for three days, from November 6–8. Monster Hunter Now will be exhibiting on November 7–8 only.