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Jinju Namgang Yudeung (Lantern) Festival (진주 남강유등축제)

154609 2023-05-25

626, Namgang-ro, Jinju-si, Gyeongsangnam-do
• 1330 Travel Hotline: +82-2-1330
(Korean, English, Japanese, Chinese) • For more info: +82-55-749-8588

Jinju Namgang Yudeung Festival originates from the floating lanterns that were used during the Jinjuseong Fortress Battle of the Imjin War (1592-1598) as a military strategy to prevent Japanese troops from wading the Namgang River. The highlights of the festival are the floating of lanterns along the Namgang River and the parade of lanterns created by local students themselves. In addition, the festival has various events and programs including a fireworks show, water lighting show, cultural performances, and more.

Moonlight Tour at Changdeokgung Palace (창덕궁 달빛기행)

61618 2023-05-25

99, Yulgok-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul
• 1330 Korea Travel Hotline: +82-2-1330 (Korean, English, Japanese, Chinese) • For more info: +82-2-3210-4804

The Moonlight Tour at Changdeokgung Palace is a high-quality cultural event held at Changdeokgung Palace, a UNESCO World Heritage. The tour offers a unique opportunity to witness and experience palatial beauty under the moonlight.

Welcome Daehakro (웰컴대학로)

1098 2023-05-25

120, Daehak-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul
• 1330 Travel Hotline: +82-2-1330 (Korean, English, Japanese, Chinese)

Welcome Daehakro is a festival that offers various types of performances including non-verbal, traditional, musical, plays, and more. Started in 2017, the festival attracts visitors from around the world every Fall.

Jeju Olle Walking Festival (제주올레걷기축제)

20877 2023-05-25

22, Jungjeong-ro, Seogwipo-si, Jeju-do
• 1330 Travel Hotline: +82-2-1330 (Korean, English, Japanese, Chinese) • For more info: +82-64-762-2190

The Jeju Olle Walking Festival is held in autumn, when Jeju’s nature is at its finest, to offer the opportunity of walking the wonderful Jeju Island with fellow participants who enjoy walking tours, along with performances and local food. Visitors from China, Taiwan, America, England, Japan, Canada, and other countries participate in this walking festival. Volunteers support the festival management, local residents offer Jeju programs and food, and performers provide impressive entertainment. This large-scale festival held in Jeju has the participation of a lot of people.

Cheongsong Apple Festival (청송사과축제)

25680 2023-05-25

Wolmak-ri, Cheongsong-gun, Gyeongsangbuk-do
• 1330 Travel Hotline: +82-2-1330 (Korean, English, Japanese, Chinese) • For more info: +82-54-873-3686

Cheongsong Apple Festival is held in the fall every year to promote the excellent quality of apples grown in the area. Cheongsong has the perfect conditions for the superior taste and quality of apples, being located in a clean environment with a low amount of rainfall and plenty of sunlight. The festival offers various unique events and activities to entertain visitors.

Korean Folk Village Evening Festival (한국민속촌 야간개장 달빛을 더하다)

1295 2023-05-25

90, Minsokchon-ro, Giheung-gu, Yongin-si, Gyeonggi-do
• 1330 Travel Hotline: +82-2-1330 (Korean, English, Japanese, Chinese) • For more info: +82-31-288-0000

The Korean Folk Village Evening Festival takes place on weekends & public holiday evenings until 21:30 to show the beauty of traditional houses at night. The festival also showcases "Yeonbun," an extravagant multi-media performance, and a walk-through haunted house experience. Several other exciting and fun activities are prepared to entertain visitors.

Herb Island Light Festival (허브아일랜드 불빛동화축제)

296893 2023-05-25

35, Cheongsin-ro 947beon-gil, Pocheon-si, Gyeonggi-do
• 1330 Travel Hotline: +82-2-1330 (Korean, English, Japanese, Chinese) • For more info: +82-31-535-6494

Herb Island Light Festival features a romantic ambiance created by splendid lighting displays. The festival is a spectacular evening event that entertains visitors year-round with aromatic herbs from spring to fall, and even more light decorations in winter.

Ansan Starvillage Photoland (안산별빛마을)

73882 2023-05-25

1723, Suin-ro, Sangrok-gu, Ansan-si, Gyeonggi-do
• 1330 Travel Hotline: +82-2-1330 (Korean, English, Japanese, Chinese) • For more info: +82-31-484-5050

Ansan Starvillage Photoland is an illuminated garden located along the expressway in Ansan. The attraction's Animal & Heart Village Light Festival is decorated with over 200 displays inspired by life-size animals and objects that serve as a perfect backdrop for taking memorable photos.

Yeongdong Dried Persimmon Festival (영동곶감축제)

21995 2023-05-25

122 , Yeongdonghwanggan-ro, Yeongdong-gun, Chungcheongbuk-do
• 1330 Travel Hotline: +82-2-1330 (Korean, English, Japanese, Chinese) • For more info: +82-43-745-8917

Yeongdong Dried Persimmon Festival aims to promote the excellency of Yeongdong's dried persimmon and thereby boost the local economy through local produce. This year, the festival takes place online, primarily focusing on selling dried persimmon.

Pyeongchang Trout Festival (평창송어축제)

126818 2023-05-25

3562, Gyeonggang-ro, Pyeongchang-gun, Gangwon-do
• 1330 Travel Hotline: +82-2-1330 (Korean, English, Japanese, Chinese) • For more info: +82-33-336-4000

The Pyeongchang Trout Festival takes place during winter in Pyeongchang, 700 meters above sea level. Visitors to the festival can enjoy a variety of programs including ice and lure fishing for trout, snow programs, ice programs, folk programs, and more. Any trout caught from ice fishing and lure fishing can be prepared right away in different dishes at a nearby restaurant.

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