Hwaseong Boating Festival (화성 뱃놀이 축제)
2026-06-29
5, Jeongokhang-ro, Seosin-myeon, Manse-gu, Hwaseong-si, Gyeonggi-do
+82-31-290-4689
The Hwaseong Boating Festival, Hwaseong’s signature festival, is the largest marine cultural event in the Seoul metropolitan area. Visitors can experience a variety of activities on the waters of the West Sea, including sailing yachts, powerboats, marine cable cars, and the Voyage of the Pungnyudan. The festival also features the Messengers of the Wind dance parade, showcasing the energy and enthusiasm of local residents, as well as spectacular performances and fireworks that light up the night sky. From mudflat ecology programs and traditional fish-trap experiences to a large beach playground and marine plogging, the festival offers a diverse range of attractions and activities both on land and at sea.
Sejong Hangeul Festival (세종한글축제)
2026-06-24
216, Dasom-ro, Sejong-si
+82-44-850-0591~0594
The Sejong Hangeul Festival is the only festival in Korea dedicated to Hangeul, the Korean alphabet. Held every year around Hangeul Day, it is Sejong City’s signature celebration of the Korean writing system. Launched in 2013, the festival honors the vision behind King Sejong’s creation of Hangeul. In 2025, it was renamed the Sejong Hangeul Festival from its former name, the Sejong Festival. The festival brings the beauty and creativity of Hangeul to life through performances, exhibitions, and hands-on programs with a fresh, contemporary touch. Open to visitors of all ages and nationalities, it offers an easy and engaging way to experience the appeal of Hangeul and the spirit of King Sejong in the heart of the city. Blending traditional and contemporary arts and culture, the festival continues to grow as a distinctive cultural tourism event unique to Sejong City.
Taehwagang Maduhee Festival (태화강마두희축제)
2026-07-21
518, Taehwagangbukjajeongeo-gil, Jung-gu, Ulsan
+82-52-244-2007~8
Maduhee is a traditional folk game rooted in Hakseongji, a historical record of Ulsan from the reign of King Yeongjo of the Joseon Dynasty. Through storytelling and historical interpretation, the festival reinforces the tradition and identity of Maduhee while evolving into a community-led tourism festival. By combining summer leisure activities along the Taehwagang River with lively evening programs such as the Chimaek (chicken and beer) Festival, it offers a unique seasonal experience. As the first major summer festival of the year in Korea, the Taehwagang Maduhee Festival provides a venue for community unity through the Maduhee Tug-of-War, in which citizens from across Ulsan take part. Held in the historic downtown area of Jung-gu, Ulsan, the 2026 festival features the grand Maduhee Tug-of-War, Water Tug-of-War on the Taehwagang River, the Chimaek Festival, EDM parties with DJs, ssireum (traditional Korean wrestling) competitions, and a variety of hands-on experiences.
Gwanak Kang Gam-chan Festival (관악강감찬축제)
2026-05-15
77 Nakseongdae-ro, Gwanak-gu, Seoul
+82-2-828-5765
The Gwanak Gang Gam-chan Festival is a historical and cultural event held to honor the patriotic spirit of General Gang Gam-chan, a famous general from the Goryeo Dynasty. The festival is known for its impressive night events, fitting for the location named after a falling star, and features a variety of parades and performances. ◎ Gang Gam-chan and Nakseongdae General Gang Gam-chan of Goryeo is said to have been born at the place where the fourth star of the Big Dipper fell. This place is called Nakseongdae, which means “the place where the star fell.”
Yangpyeong Catfish Festival (양평메기수염축제)
2024-05-28
55-2 Gopdani-gil, Danwol-myeon, Yangpyeong-gun, Gyeonggi-do
+82-31-775-5205
Yangpyeong is famous in Korea for its clear waters. Located along a clear stream is Sumi Village, hosting fun festivals all year round. During the summer months, Sumi Village hosts the Yangpyeong Catfish Festival, allowing plenty of fun activities around this local specialty.
Hangang Night Walk 42K (한강나이트워크42K With 허벌라이프)
2024-07-25
68 Yeouigongwon-ro, Yeongdeungpo-gu, Seoul
+82-10-2100-3855
The Hangang Night Walk 42K is a nighttime walking marathon, starting and ending at Nogeum Fountain at Yeouido Hangang Park in Seoul. The marathon features three courses: 15K, 22K, and 42K to enjoy the hot summer night. The courses all feature beautiful views, such as the Banpodaegyo Bridge Rainbow Fountain. Because the marathon is a walking one and not running, people of all ages can participate, talking the night away as they walk.
Beer Week & Tteugi Hanu (비어위크&특이하누)
2025-03-15
480 Daedeok-daero, Yuseong-gu, Daejeon
+82-10-9112-3972
A popular festival along Daejeon citizens, the Beer Week & Ttteugi Hanu offers top-grade hanu (Korean beef) to pair with craft beers made by local breweries.
Yeongcheon Traditional Korean Medicine Festival (영천한약축제)
2024-05-27
485 Cheonmun-ro, Yeongcheon-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do
+82-54-339-7281~2
Yeongcheon Traditional Korean Medicine Festival takes place in May and is the perfect setting for a spring family outing, with peonies in full bloom throughout the festival grounds. The floral aroma of the flowers blends with the scents of traditional Korean medicine. During the festival, visitors can experience these two charms of Yeongcheon through a range of special programs and exhibitions.
Seoul Public Hanok Week (공공한옥주간)
2024-05-24
37 Gyedong-gil, Jongno-gu, Seoul
+82-2-741-1033
The Seoul Public Hanok Week offers a full week of traditional culture at public hanok, traditional Korean buildings, throughout Seoul and Bukchon Hanok Village. Experience the beauty, charm, and history of these buildings while learning about the eco-friendly impact of their construction and methods to apply this to our modern lives.
Youth Day Festival (대한민국 청년의 날)
2024-08-06
162 Hangangnanji-ro, Mapo-gu, Seoul
+82-2-780-3939
The Youth Day Festival has been taking place since 2016, when Youth Day was established as a nationally-recognized day. The festival takes place annually on the weekend of the third Saturday in September, with a range of fun programs and concerts.
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