Your Ultimate Guide to Korea's 2026 Spring Festivals: Free Events and Cultural Highlights!

Jung Young-min. | 2026.04.26

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Chunhyang Festival [Dates] Apr. 30–May 6, 2026 [Location] Gwanghallu Garden and the Yocheon riverside, Cheonggeo-dong, Namwon, Jeollabuk-do (North Jeolla Province) [Admission] Free (some programs may charge a fee) [Website] https://www.chunhyang.org — A charming celebration of Korea’s most famous love story, perfect for a cultural spring getaway. Ulsan Onggi Festival [Dates] May 1–3, 2026 [Location] Oegosan Onggi Village, Onyang-eup, Ulju-gun, Ulsan [Admission] Free (some programs may charge a fee) [Website] https://www.onggi.or.kr/ko — Dive into traditional pottery culture with hands-on workshops and local makers showcasing their craft. Gongju Seokjang-ri Paleolithic Festival [Dates] May 2–5, 2026 [Location] Gongju Seokjang-ri Museum and the Sangwang-dong area, Gongju, Chungcheongnam-do (South Chungcheong Province) [Admission] Free (some events are paid) [Website] http://www.gspf.kr — Family-friendly archaeology activities and interactive exhibits that bring Korea’s prehistoric past to life. Yeongju Korean Seonbi Culture Festival [Dates] May 2–5, 2026 [Location] Sunheung-myeon area, Yeongju, Gyeongsangbuk-do (North Gyeongsang Province) [Website] https://www.yctf.or.kr/seonbi — Experience traditional Confucian scholar culture through ceremonies, performances, and immersive programs. Yonhap News TV — For inquiries and tips, contact us via KakaoTalk/LINE: jebo23. Jeong Young-min (kkong@yna.co.kr)