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Hwacheon Tomato Festival
A summer festival with tomato-based games and local experiences. It takes place around Sachang-ri in Sanae-myeon, not at the Hwacheon-eup venue used for the winter ice festival.
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These festivals have documented international attendance or hands-on participation. This is the verified set from our research, not an exhaustive census of every Korean festival.
Hwacheon County, Gangwon
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Hwacheon Sancheoneo Ice Festival
Hwacheon’s winter festival features ice fishing and winter activities. The 2026 edition has ended. Government media announced January 9–31, 2027 as planned dates; new operating conditions require separate confirmation.
View festival guide →Seoul
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Royal Culture Festival
Exhibitions, performances and traditional experiences use the palaces themselves as their setting. The autumn 2026 on-site festival ran October 7–11 and has ended.
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Seoul Spring Festival
This spring festival brings performances and activities to several riverside parks. The verified 2026 edition ran April 10–May 5 and has ended. Dates and venues differ by program.
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Yeondeunghoe Lotus Lantern Festival
A festival of lantern processions and traditional cultural activities. The verified 2026 edition ran May 16–17 and has ended. Processions, displays and the cultural fair have different venues and schedules.
View festival guide →Boryeong, South Chungcheong
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Boryeong Mud Festival
Enjoy mud-based activities and performances by the beach. The July 24–August 9, 2026 edition has ended. Distinguish free areas from paid experience zones when planning.
View festival guide →Daegu
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Daegu Chimac Festival
Daegu’s summer festival combines chicken, beer and music. The verified 2026 edition took place July 1–5 at Duryu Park and has ended.
View festival guide →Songdo, Incheon
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Incheon Pentaport Music Festival
An outdoor music festival featuring band performances in Songdo. The verified 2026 edition ran July 31–August 2 and has ended. Check separate announcements for future lineups and tickets.
View festival guide →Suwon, Gyeonggi
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Suwon Hwaseong Cultural Festival
Performances, processions and activities explore King Jeongjo’s story within Suwon Hwaseong. The 2026 edition ran October 4–11 and has ended.
View festival guide →Andong, Gyeongsangbuk-do
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Andong Maskdance Festival
Discover Korean and international mask dances alongside participatory programs built around masks.
View festival guide →Jinju, Gyeongsangnam-do
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Jinju Namgang Yudeung Festival
Walk beside illuminated lantern displays on the Namgang River and around Jinjuseong Fortress.
View festival guide →Busan
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Busan International Rock Festival
Enjoy Korean and international rock bands on outdoor stages beside the Nakdonggang River.
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Busan International Film Festival
A film festival bringing audiences and filmmakers together for Asian cinema and films from around the world.
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Officially announced upcoming edition
Busan Fireworks Festival
Fireworks and music light up Busan's waterfront against the backdrop of Gwangandaegyo Bridge.
View festival guide →Sunchang, Jeonbuk State
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Sunchang Jangryu Festival
Explore Korea's fermented sauces through hands-on activities and local food centered on gochujang and doenjang.
View festival guide →Jangheung, Jeollanam-do
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Jeongnamjin Jangheung Water Festival
Enjoy street water fights, water activities and performances centered on the Tamjingang River.
View festival guide →Jinhae, Changwon, Gyeongsangnam-do
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Jinhae Gunhangje Festival
Combine cherry-blossom scenery with naval culture and military-band performances at Jinhae's spring festival.
View festival guide →Gangneung, Gangwon
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Gangneung Danoje Festival
A traditional festival combining rituals, shamanic performances, Gwanno mask drama, folk games and a lively market.
View festival guide →Gimje, Jeonbuk
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Gimje Horizon Festival
An autumn celebration of farming experiences, farmers' music and folk traditions beside Byeokgolje and open fields.
View festival guide →Bonghwa, Gyeongbuk
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Bonghwa Sweetfish Festival
A summer hands-on festival with scoop-net and bare-handed sweetfish catching, water activities and performances.
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