Table of Contents
- Experiencing Tradition and Hands-on Activities in the Land of Confucians
- Basic Information and Schedule of Yeongju Korean Confucian Culture Festival
- Main Programs of Yeongju Korean Confucian Culture Festival
- Parking and Transportation for Yeongju Korean Confucian Culture Festival
- On-Site Tips
- Conclusion and Recommended Points
Experiencing Tradition and Hands-on Activities in the Land of Confucians
The Korean Confucian Culture Festival and Children's Confucian Festival to be held in Yeongju in 2025 will serve as a representative occasion of traditional culture held in Yeongju, Gyeongbuk during the May golden holiday period, making it the optimal outing place for family visitors.
This festival is based on the theme 'The Warmth of Confucians, the Fragrance Created Through Encounters', featuring a variety of programs. It is a comprehensive cultural festival that includes traditional performances, hands-on activities, exhibitions, and various food offerings, providing everyone a chance to have a delightful time, both children and adults alike.
The event will take place from May 3rd to 5th at Munjeong Dunchi (in front of Yeongju Civic Stadium), Sosu Confucian Academy, Confucian World, and Confucian Village, while the Children's Confucian Festival will be conducted at the Confucian World from May 3rd to 6th.
Particularly, the beginning of May, which includes Children's Day, is a great time to enjoy spring, making it suitable for day trips or 1-night-2-day visits from nearby cities such as Daegu, Andong, Jecheon, and Chungju. It takes about 1 hour by car from Daegu, and 20 minutes by shuttle bus from the KTX Punggi Station, making it one of the festivals worth visiting near Daegu.
Basic Information and Schedule of Yeongju Korean Confucian Culture Festival
The festival site will host various experiences and exhibitions from 10 AM to 6 PM daily, with performances continuing until 10 PM, and on the closing day until 9 PM.
The event will start with a ritual and an opening parade, with the first session of the Confucian Concert on the evening of the 3rd, and the 'Spirit of Confucians' Korean traditional music gala and the second session of the concert taking place on the 4th. Lastly, on Children's Day, May 5th, a magic bubble show and a big balloon show will be presented, followed by the 3rd session of the closing concert.
All programs are provided free of charge; however, for the Children's Confucian Festival, an entrance fee is required: 5,000 won for adults, 4,000 won for teenagers, and 3,000 won for children, for 6 days. Admission is free for children under 7.
Main Programs of Yeongju Korean Confucian Culture Festival
▶ Korean Confucian Culture Festival
The main stage at Munjeong Dunchi will showcase a variety of performances. The madang play 'The Henwoman's Flower Pancakes' and 'Yeongju Cheonji Rice', along with the fusion traditional music performance 'The Joy of Confucians', will captivate the audience. Additionally, the Confucian Concert featuring Jang Min-ho and Ha Yoon-ju will take place.
The experience zone will offer programs for making a traditional hat, a riding horse, eco bags, and a hanbok keychain. You can also receive education in traditional manners, experience traditional costumes, and capture special memories at the 'Confucian Photo Booth'.
Special programs include a ritual, calligraphy performance, Korean dance, and bamboo flute performances, providing the audience with unique experiences.
On the stage, various genres of traditional music and martial arts gala performances, along with fusion traditional music in 'The Spirit of Confucians' and 'The Joy of Confucians', will be presented. Furthermore, madang plays such as 'The Henwoman's Flower Pancakes', 'Yeongju Cheonji Rice', and 'Ppaengpa-jeon' will entertain the audience, and the Confucian Concert with Ha Yoon-ju, Yoon Tae-hwa, and Jang Min-ho will also be held.
Exhibitions and experience programs will feature a Confucian lantern exhibition, along with hands-on activities for hanbok, traditional hair ornaments, making traditional hats and riding horses. There will also be hanbok nail art and the 'Confucian Photo Zone' for even more exciting moments.
Food and markets are not to be missed, with Yeongju Hanwoo beef, a regional coexistence market, and various food trucks providing a rich array of food for visitors.
▶ Children's Confucian Festival
At the Confucian World, various experiences await children, including top-exam success tests, a large air bounce zone, and an 'Alice in Wonderland' themed playground that stimulates children's exploratory instincts.
Moreover, exhibitions such as the SoBAek Wildflower Exhibition, 50 Confucian lanterns, performances by local cultural and artistic individuals, and the national Jukgye Baek Iljang will be held, providing abundant entertainment.
Main programs include top-exam success tests in literature and martial arts for children, a large air bounce zone, and a play area 'Alice in Confucian World'.
A variety of hands-on activities are available, including making traditional hats, fans, riding horses, and a traditional manners class, alongside Chess Hill and the Secret Door in the Woods, which are intriguing experiences. The large puppet parade occurs at 1 PM and 3 PM.
Additionally, side events such as face painting, character cotton candy, and balloon events have been prepared for delightful activities. There will also be a special food program with collaboration food from Le Paler Kitchen and Confucian World.
Schedule Highlights
On May 3rd, the ritual will begin, followed by the opening ceremony at 1:30 PM, and at 7 PM, the first session of the Confucian Concert will take place.
On the 4th, a parade along with the 'Spirit of Confucians' event will be held, along with the second session of the Confucian Concert.
On Children's Day, May 5th, magic bubble shows and parades will be held, and a closing concert and fireworks show are scheduled for 6 PM.
Finally, on the 6th, paid programs focused on children's experiences will be operated.
Parking and Transportation for Yeongju Korean Confucian Culture Festival
Near the event site, free temporary parking lots will be set up at Munjeong Dunchi, Civic Stadium, and Confucian World. During the festival period, a shuttle bus will operate every 20 minutes connecting the city center to Munjeong Dunchi and Confucian World from 10 AM to 9 PM.
If you wish to avoid parking congestion after noon, it is advisable to use the temporary parking lot in Sunheung-myeon and utilize the shuttle bus. If using public transportation, it is more convenient to take the shuttle bus after getting off at Punggi Station.
On-Site Tips
Experience tickets are sold on a first-come, first-served basis at the on-site ticket booth, so purchasing early in the morning is advantageous to reduce waiting time.
In the performance picnic zone, if you bring a mat or camping chair, entry is possible from 1 hour before, so those wishing to watch the concert should hurry and find a spot.
Since there are a lot of grass and gravel paths, wearing comfortable sneakers is important, and dressing children in traditional hanboks will allow for special photos during the top-exam success parade and photo zones.
If visitors come before 4 PM to the food booths, they can shorten waiting times, and in case of rain, outdoor experiences will be moved to the lobby of the Indoor Hanbok Culture Center, so it is good to frequently check the announcement broadcasts.
Conclusion and Recommended Points
The 2025 Yeongju Korean Confucian Culture Festival is an event where traditional etiquette, modern performances, and various interactive activities harmonize. This festival provides a space for intergenerational communication, allowing everyone to learn and enjoy together.
Thanks to its accessibility, it is easy to visit not only from Daegu and Gyeongbuk but also from the Seoul metropolitan area, making it a popular destination. With free admission benefits and various attractive elements, such as top-exam success programs for children, it is the most recommended family festival during the Children's Day week.
In the first week of May, let's make precious memories while feeling the warmth of the people in Yeongju, the land of Confucians.
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