Gyeongpo Sunrise Festival (경포 해맞이 축제)

Explanation

Gangneung hosts an annual Sunrise Festival from New Year's Eve to the first sunrise of the New Year. As well as visiting the area’s attractions such as Gyeongpodae Pavilion, visitors can welcome the New Year by watching a beautiful sunrise. The Sunrise Festival includes a countdown to the New Year, fireworks, and various enjoyable cultural events.

Inquiry

Gangneung-si • 1330 Travel Hotline: +82-2-1330
(Korean, English, Japanese, Chinese)
• For more info: +82-33-640-5530, 5913

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Information Use

Event Start Date : 2022년 12월 31일

Event end date : 2023년 01월 01일

Watching age : Open to visitors of all ages

Venue : Gyeongpodae Beach

Touring Time : Varies by program

Organizer info : Gangneung-si

Contact the organizer : • 1330 Travel Hotline: +82-2-1330
(Korean, English, Japanese, Chinese)
• For more info: +82-33-640-5530, 5913

Sponsor Information : Gangneung-si

Sponsor Contacts : +82-33-640-5530

Charges (Hours) : Free

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Introduction
Gangneung hosts an annual Sunrise Festival from New Year's Eve to the first sunrise of the New Year. As well as visiting the area’s attractions such as Gyeongpodae Pavilion, visitors can welcome the New Year by watching a beautiful sunrise. The Sunrise Festival includes a countdown to the New Year, fireworks, and various enjoyable cultural events.

Programs
Fireworks, folk music performances, sunrise event, and more

Location

514, Changhae-ro, Gangneung-si, Gangwon-do

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