Festivals - Korea travel and tourism information

Korea-Japan Festival in Seoul (한일축제한마당 in Seoul)

12031 2023-09-18

513, Yeongdong-daero, Gangnam-gu, Seoul,
+82-2-702-7775

The Korea-Japan Festival, started in 2005, celebrates and promotes cultural exchange between Korea and Japan. This large-scale event offers many opportunities for all people and organizations to share knowledge for a better understanding of the various differences and similarities.

Yeoju Ogok Naru Festival (여주오곡나루축제)

28774 2023-09-18

7, Silleuksa-gil, Yeoju-si, Gyeonggi-do
+82-31-881-9693

Yeoju Ogok Naru Festival is a great place for visitors to see Yeoju's local agricultural products, such as rice and sweet potatoes. Various activities and events for the whole family are available as well as a market where visitors can buy local products at affordable prices.

Mokpo Port Festival (목포항구축제)

18274 2023-09-18

182, Haean-ro, Mokpo-si, Jeollanam-do
+82-61-270-8431

Mokpo Port Festival is held to preserve and promote the forgotten ocean culture. Diverse programs such as Pasi Market, featuring abundant fishery products, a ritual for a big catch of fish, Gilnori (Street Parade), and other romantic events are prepared for all visitors to enjoy.

Nonsan Ganggyeong Salted Seafood Festival (논산강경젓갈축제)

25876 2023-09-18

45, Geumbaek-ro, Nonsan-si, Chungcheongnam-do
+82-41-730- 2973

Nonsan Ganggyeong Salted Seafood Festival is held in the town where the largest salted seafood market in Korea is located. The salted seafood in the area is known for its long tradition and special process. During the festival period, visitors can buy salted seafood at special discounted prices.

Icheon Rice Cultural Festival (이천쌀문화축제)

36376 2023-09-18

48, Gongwon-ro, Icheon-si, Gyeonggi-do
+82-31-644-4135

Icheon is famous for producing the best rice in Korea. In fact, Icheon rice is so good that it used to be served to the kings of Korea in the past, and is still highly thought of today. The Icheon Rice Culture Festival celebrates its famous rice and local agricultural practices. Various activities and events are prepared for festivalgoers of all ages to enjoy.

Sunchang Fermented Food Festival (순창장류축제)

26806 2023-09-18

6-3, Minsongmaeul-gil, Sunchang-gun, Jeollabuk-do
+82-63-650-1624

Sunchang Fermented Food Festival is held every fall at Sunchang, the home of the Korean traditional sauce “jang.” The festival offers a range of traditional sauce-related programs including performances, exhibitions, a market, and more.

Dongnaeeupseong History Festival (동래읍성역사축제)

20426 2023-09-14

80, Munhwa-ro, Dongnae-gu, Busan
+82-51-550-4094

Dongnaeeupseong History Festival highlights the customs and traditions of Dongnaeeupseong Fortress in 1592, during the Imjin War (1592-1598). The festival's main event is an exciting musical that reenacts a battle from the war, focusing on the noble patriots who gave their lives to defend the fortress. The festival has a high degree of both educational and entertainment value, making it one of the nation's unique "edu-tainment" festivals.

Hyo Culture Ppuri Festival (대전 효문화뿌리축제)

14410 2023-09-14

47, Ppurigongwon-ro, Jung-gu, Daejeon
+82-42-606-6290

Hyo Culture Ppuri Festival is dedicated to finding the roots of the ancestry of unique family clans and learning traditional filial piety. The festival's venue Ppuri Park was opened in 1997 as a family-friendly park to raise awareness of recognizing the importance of ancestral roots. The park has a statue dedicated to 136 unique family clans, tracing their origins. Korea Genealogy Museum is also at this park, preserving genealogy archives.

Jinju Namgang Yudeung Festival (진주 남강유등축제)

154609 2023-09-14

626, Namgang-ro, Jinju-si, Gyeongsangnam-do
+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.

Welcome Daehakro (웰컴대학로)

1098 2023-09-14

120, Daehak-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul
+82-2-743-5220

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.

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