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Spring time is a great time to get out and enjoy the seasonal activities in Korea. Here are a few great festivals you'll want to add to your list!
1. The K-Royal Culture Festival (April 29 – May 7, 2023)
Courtesy of Cultural Heritage Administration
The largest cultural heritage festival in Korea held at the five royal palaces and other royal sites in Seoul.
Location: Jongno-gu, downtown in Seoul (Gyeongbokgung Palace, Changdeokgung Palace, Changgyeonggung Palace, Deoksugung Palace, Gyeonghuigung Palace, Jongmyo Shrine and Sajikdan Altar)
More details online here.
2. Lotus Lantern Festival (May 19 – May 21, 2023)
Photo by Korea Tourism Organization.
One of the most significant Buddhist cultural festivals in Korea and a UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity.
Location: Jongno-gu, downtown in Seoul (Entire Jongno Street, Gwanghwamun Square, Bongeunsa Temple, Jogyesa Temple)
Lantern Parade: May 20 (Sat) 7:00p.m. - 9:30p.m. at Heunginjimun – Jongno – Jogyesa Temple
More details online here.
3. Seoul Jazz Festival (May 26 – May 28, 2023)\
Photo by Korea Tourism Organization.
Enjoy Jazz music with jazz artists from all around the world in Seoul
Location: Olympic Park in Seoul
Tickets are available online.
4. Gochang Green Barley Field Festival (April 15 – May 7, 2023)
Photo by by Gochang-gun
Beautiful endless scenery of large green barley fields!
This event only runs on the weekends during April 15 (Sat) – May 7 (Sun).
Location: Hakwon farm, Gochang-gun, Jeollabuk-do
More details online here.
5. Miryang Arirang Festival (May 18 – May 21, 2023)
Photo by Mirynag City Hall.
This is a large traditional musical festival as Arirang is a Korean folk song and a UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity.
Location: Miryang-si, Gyeongnam (Yeongnamru, Milyanggang Riverside, Namcheongangbyeon-ro area) More details online here.
6. Welcome to Joseon (April 1 – June 18, 2023)
Photo by Korea Folk Village.
Experience Joseon's folklife using Joseon-era coins and buying traditional food and accessories!
Location: Korean Folk Village in Yongin
