Performing Arts Tourism

Local Festivals

Outstanding regional performances and festivals that bring out the areas' distinct characters

Distinctively Korean yet widely global festivals are held throughout Korea. From festivals featuring traditional Korean cultures such as gugak (traditional Korean music), talchum (traditional Korean masked dance) and the Arirang (Korean folk song) to musicals, contemporary music and rock, a great assortment of performances and festivities are waiting for people of the world. Many local delicacies and activities will also be available to make your travels more unique and memorable.

  • Cultural festival held in the beautiful island, Jeju. The 13th Jeju Haevichi Arts Festival

    Cultural festival held...

    2020.08.24 ~ 2020.08.30

    Region : Jeju-do

    'Jeju Haevichi Arts Festival' is a symbolic festival held in Jeju where you can enjoy various ...

  • 14th Daegu International Musical Festival: Showcasing Korean Musicals to the World

    14th Daegu Internation...

    2020.10.23 ~ 2020.11.01

    Region : Daegu

    For Koreans who love to have fun through singing and dancing, musicals are their best friends....


  • The Second Malmoi Theater Festival: An Off-Line Festival for All with More Things to See

    The Second Malmoi Thea...

    2020.09.08 ~ 2020.10.25

    Region :

    An off-line festival will be held after a long time. Although autumn is the season for festiva...

  • Puppet Festival Chuncheon, a Lake City

    Puppet Festival Chunch...

    2020.09.14 ~ 2020.10.23

    Region : Gangwon-do

    Chuncheon is a city with a beautiful lake located 1.5 hours away from the metropolitan area by...


  • The 17th Busan International Performing Arts Festival: A Richer and More Harmonious Online Festival

    The 17th Busan Interna...

    2020.09.25 ~ 2020.10.27

    Region : Busan

    The 17th Busan International Performing Arts Festival (BIPAF) was held in September under the ...

  • Seoul Performing Arts Festival (SPAF), the greatest art festival in Korea, to be watched online

    Seoul Performing Arts ...

    2020.11.12 ~ 2020.11.29

    Region : Seoul

    Seoul Performing Arts Festival (SPAF), the most fantastic art festival in Korea, marks its 20t...