Festivals - Korea travel and tourism information

Korean Folk Village Evening Festival (한국민속촌 야간개장 달빛을 더하다)

2025-04-24

90 Minsokchon-ro, Giheung-gu, Yongin-si, Gyeonggi-do
+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.

Incheon Open Port Culture Night (인천개항장 문화유산 야행)

2024-07-18

80 Sinpo-ro 27beon-gil, Jung-gu, Incheon
+82-2-6961-5434

Incheon Open Port Culture Night focuses on the history, modern culture, and future of Incheon, the first international city in Korea with the opening of the port in 1883. Visitors can enjoy a journey into the past, reimagined in modern times through a wide range of experience programs.

Goyang Street Arts Festival (고양호수예술축제)

2026-03-23

595 Hosu-ro, Ilsandong-gu, Goyang-si, Gyeonggi-do
+82-1577-7766

Goyang Street Arts Festival provides festival-goers with a chance to see various performances all in one place. From street performances to citizen participation programs, there is plenty to see and enjoy at this street festival.

Night of Ganghwa & Heritage Story (강화 문화재 야행)

2021-09-15

Gwancheong-ri. Ganghwa-gun, Incheon
• 1330 Travel Hotline: +82-2-1330 (Korean, English, Japanese, Chinese) • For more info: +82-32-930-3569

Night of Ganghwa & Heritage Story takes place in the city of Ganghwa. There will be a media facade on cultural heritage sites for online viewers as well as a guided tour on bikes for offline visitors.

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)

2025-06-16

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)

2026-08-25

160, Maisan-ro, Jinan-eup, Jinan-gun, Jeonbuk-do
+82-63-430-2392

Held in Jinan-gun, Korea’s only designated red ginseng special zone, the Jinan Red Ginseng Festival is a signature fall event where visitors can enjoy both healthy local specialties and festive fun. Jinan red ginseng, known for its rich aroma and high quality, can be sampled throughout the festival, alongside a variety of unique foods and hands-on activities that make red ginseng more approachable and enjoyable for visitors of all ages. Highlights include Red Ginseng Bingo, Red Ginseng Power Zone, Red Ginseng Barbecue, and an Outdoor Foot Bath Experience, as well as plenty of unique interactive programs found only at the festival. Traditional performances, guest singer concerts, and a variety of stage events add to the lively atmosphere. Visitors can also shop for Jinan red ginseng products certified under strict quality standards at reasonable prices. With healthy local foods, unique experiences, and plenty of entertainment, the festival offers a memorable way to enjoy fall in Jinan.

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.

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.

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