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Seoul Theater Festival (서울연극제 2020)

2020-05-22

7, Daehak-ro 8-gil, Jongno-gu, Seoul
• 1330 Travel Hotline: +82-2-1330 (Korean, English, Japanese, Chinese) • For more info: +82-2-765-7500

Seoul Theater Festival is a theatrical arts festival that has been representing Seoul for over 40 years. The festival’s history first began in 1977 under the name “Republic of Korea’s Theater Festival” with the aim of developing Korea’s original theater productions. The festival has evolved to presenting original performances as well as to interpreting and holding both premier and reruns of excellent performances since 2017.

D. Festa: Daehakro Street Performance Festival (대학로 거리공연축제)

2021-06-22

1, Daehak-ro 8-gil, Jongno-gu, Seoul
• 1330 Travel Hotline: +82-2-1330 (Korean, English, Japanese, Chinese) • For more info: +82-2-741-4188

Started in 2015, Daehakro Street Performance Festival provides various performances including plays, dances, mimes and more. The festival aims to provide hope and changes in daily life through diverse performances.

Jinan Red Ginseng Festival (진안홍삼축제)

2025-01-07

160 Maisan-ro, Jinan-eup, Jinan-gun, Jeonbuk-do
+82-63-430-2393

Jinan-gun, known as Korea’s exclusive red ginseng special zone, is a plateau that lies at an average of more than 300m above sea level, producing high-quality red ginseng with a strong aroma and firm texture. The Jinan Red Ginseng Festival presents interesting programs based on the theme of red ginseng grown in the county, including the Fishing King, Plogging King, Healing King, and Treasure Hunt King. Additional activities include magic shows, bubble shows, balloon performances for children, and making red ginseng products such as red ginseng rice cake and red ginseng liquor.

◎ Ginseng vs. Red Ginseng
Ginseng is a well-known Korean traditional medicinal herb. When ginseng is steamed and dried nine times, it turns into red ginseng, which has a reddish color. This process enhances the preservation and increases the active components, making red ginseng beneficial for anti-aging, anti-inflammatory, and antioxidant effects. Its unique sweet-bitter flavor contributes to its popularity as a health food.

Gyeongbokgung Palace Special Evening Admission (경복궁 야간 특별관람)

2022-03-24

161, Sajik-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul
• 1330 Travel Hotline: +82-2-1330 (Korean, English, Japanese, Chinese) • For more info: +82-2-3700-3900~1

The special evening admission to Gyeongbokgung Palace takes place for a limited time every year. Visitors can purchase tickets for this special evening program online.

Everland Flower Art & Market (에버랜드 플라워 아트&마켓)

2022-05-16

199, Everland-ro, Cheoin-gu, Yongin-si, Gyeonggi-do
• 1330 Travel Hotline: +82-2-1330 (Korean, English, Japanese, Chinese) • For more info: +82-31-320-5000

Everland Rose Garden blooms with beautiful flowers for one month. Started in 1985, a long running Rose Festival opens every year in May. With 20,000 m² size rose garden, visitors can see various kind of flowers while enjoying the amusement park.

Nami Island International Children's Book Festival (남이섬 세계책나라축제)

2023-05-16

1, Namiseom-gil, Chuncheon-si, Gangwon-do
• 1330 Travel Hotline: +82-2-1330 (Korean, English, Japanese, Chinese) • For more info: +82-31-580-8193, +82-2-318-6290

Started in 2005 and celebrating its 11th festival this year, the Nami Island International Children’s Book Festival is a picture book themed culture and arts festival that offers various programs combining literature, art, music, and nature.

To celebrate the 50th anniversary of establishing diplomatic relations between Korea and Finland, Finland has been designated as the guest country of honor, and “sisu”, the spirit of the Finns, is the main theme of the festival.

From an exhibition of Finland's most beloved character Moomin to lively performances and adventurous activities full of imagination. Come to Nami Island to experience a joyful May filled with fairy tales and festival energy.

Walk with a King (전주 한옥마을 경기전 왕과의 산책)

2024-04-07

44, Taejo-ro, Wansan-gu, Jeonju-si, Jeonbuk-do
• 1330 Travel Hotline: +82-2-1330 (Korean, English, Japanese, Chinese) • For more info: +82-63-232-9938

Walk with a King is a special event held every Saturday evening from late spring to autumn. Limited to 100 people, the guided tour shows a special view of Gyeongggijeon Shrine at night, with entertainment and refreshments.

International Modern Dance Festival (MODAFE)

2021-08-11

15-15, Daehak-ro 10-gil, Jongno-gu, Seoul
• 1330 Travel Hotline: +82-2-1330 (Korean, English, Japanese, Chinese) • For more info: +82-2-763-5351

International Modern Dance Festival, abbreviated to MODAFE, commemorates all artists and the public community as our society’s “little hero.” The festival aims to show the present and future of Korea's contemporary dance.

K-Mas Live Market (K-MAS 라이브 마켓)

2021-12-13

365-28, Seogyo-dong, Jongno-gu, Seoul
• 1330 Travel Hotline: +82-2-1330 (Korean, English, Japanese, Chinese)

The K-Mas Live Market offers a chance for small enterpreneurs and artists to connect with a larger audience, all while enjoying the festive excitement and warm ambiance of Christmas.

Illimsan Royal Azalea Cultural Festival (일림산 철쭉문화행사)

2023-04-13

San123-9, Yongban-ri, Ungchi-myeon, Boseong-gun, Jeollanam-do
• 1330 Travel Hotline: +82-2-1330 (Korean, English, Japanese, Chinese) • For more info: +82-61-850-5481

Royal Azalea Cultural Festival is held around Illimsan Mountain's Yongchu Valley in Jeollanam-do. With the largest royal azalea field in Korea, visitors to the festival can witness sea of pink flowers.

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