Daejeon(Daedeok-gu)

Gyejoksan Barefoot Festival is an exclusive festival that participants can walk or run 14.5km barefoot along the red clay trail while enjoying a cultural experience. Feet are thought to be the second heart in our body as it connects the entire living being. Therefore, stimulating feet by walking on clay road has positive health benefits such as preventing and healing diseases, and stress relieving. Visitors can easily be impressed with the natural beauty from both the local cultural and art events held in the forest, as they enjoy this eco-healing festival.


Seoul(Jung-gu) , Seoul City Hall・Gwanghwamun

“YOULL: 율” is a traditional performance meeting all of Korean traditional art types such as Korean dance, martial arts, swordsmanship, music, play, and music - all in one stage. The traditional permanent performance by Jeongdong Theater has been offering beauty of Korean traditional based on classical novels. In 2016, Jeongdong Theater launched a new performance brand 'YOULL' to show contemporary and traditional performance which is completely created from characteristics and story.


Seoul(Gangnam-gu) , Gangnam・Samseongdong(COEX)

Jewelry Fair Korea is comprised of various contents related to jewelry, watches and more with a wide range of products and brands in each booth as well as premium luxurious brand under strict security service. The fair offers a jewelry fashion show, jewelry auction, and other events. For the convenience of foreign visitors, a concierge service, exclusive VIP lounge, interpretation service and tax refund service are available.


Seoul(Jongno-gu) , Insadong・Jongnon

The Twinkle Concert in the Palace concert series runs at 2pm and 4pm on the last Saturday and Sunday of the month in May, June, September and October. The concert series provides an opportunity for tourists to enjoy traditional culture and music, as well as the chance for young performers to show their passion and creativity. The concert is free to all visitors to Gyeongbokgung Palace.    


Gyeonggi-do(Paju-si)

Seowon Valley Green Concert is a social awareness event that aims to create a company culture that restores society through the business profits. They also hope to improve the lives of people lacking in the area through the sponsorship of members and events, as well as using the popularization of golf to create a cultural space that can be used by both general citizens as well as golf club members.


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Ulsan Grand Park Rose Festival has been held since 2005 and will have on exhibit about 3 million roses in a rose garden (44,737㎡). In particular, premium rose species are widely planted. The festival offers various beauty of rose with diverse views like from Cupid Garden, Venus Garden, Rose Hills or themed garden. Upon entering the rose garden, visitors can see animals like 23 types with 1,333 birds and 17 types with 122 animals including monkeys and meerkats.


Seoul(Jongno-gu) , Seoul City Hall・Gwanghwamun

Seoul International Marathon is an international competition with 20,000 participants. The course begins at Gwanghwamun Square Sageori (four-way intersection) and runs to Jamsil Olympic Main Stadium, covering a total distance of over 42.195km. The course allows participants to run across the entire area of Seoul. At the same time, Seoul Challenge 10k will also be held so participants can choose the course that fits their ability.


Gyeonggi-do(Yongin-si)

The best cultural theme park in the nation, the Korean Folk Village is hosting the '2016 Welcome to Joseon' Korean Folk Village Joseon Live Variety Festival from April 9 to June 12, 2016. It is the most representative spring festival of the Korean Folk Village and this year in particular, new parades have been added, along with upgraded version of the 'Fusion Madanggeuk: Birthday party of the Governor' will be held.  With a record of 1 million views on their highlight act featuring the 'flower beggar', 'merchant', 'gisaeng,' and new characters selected from the 'Joseon Characters Audition 3', a total of 22 actors will be seen performing in the acts. With Joseon dynasty as background, visitors may time travel back into a fantasy world with the characters in a interesting and real comedy act.  Besides, a variety of traditional and fun experiences including 'Traditional Costume Experience', making of mapae (transportation card used in the Joseon era), hopa (identity card) and fragrance pouch are also available for all visitors regardless of age and gender. 


Ulsan(Dong-gu)

The Shipbuilding & Sea Festival held in Dong-gu, Ulsan - the center of the nation’s shipbuilding industry - is one of the most popular summer celebrations in Korea. Dong-gu district is a quiet port area with a gorgeous natural scenery. It has an abundance of seafood thanks to Mother Nature. As one of the central hubs of modernization in Korea, the city has emerged to become one of the most well-known cities in the world shipbuilding industry. Celebrating rich marine life at the sea alongside Ulsan's famous shipbuilding crane Goliath, the festival is to be held at Ilsan Beach from July 22 to July 24. The festival is to set the stage for the city to make another leap to become a world leader in shipbuilding. Starting early in the summer, escape the heat at Ulsan Shipbuilding & Sea Festival, which is packed with cool fun and excitement. Filled with unique and colorful events, the festival satisfies all the five senses, and is perfect for couples, families and friends to make unforgettable summer memories.


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The Ulsan Onggi Festival offers a fun array of hands-on programs which let visitors learn about how to craft pottery. The National Onggi Craft Contest during the festival is a wildly popular event attracting many visitors. The festival also hosts exciting exhibitions and performances including traditional performances, Traditional Tightrope Walking, and a concert. Its main venue is decorated with elegant pottery sculptures, offering a great backdrop for visitors to take pictures.