Table of Contents
- Busan, Colored with the Excitement of Tradition
- A Festival of Intangible Heritage in Busan, Where Elegance and Craftsmanship Come Together
- 5,000-Person Scale Traditional Experience Linked to Hanbok Culture Week
- Intangible Heritage Art Fair and GOWAYE Exhibition, Presenting the Future of Cultural Heritage Industry
- Conclusion: A Citizen Participation Festival Connecting Busan's Excitement and Tradition
- Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Busan, Colored with the Excitement of Tradition
The "2025 Busan Comprehensive Folk Arts Festival," one of Busan's traditional cultural festivals, is scheduled to be held at Dasom Square in Busan Citizens Park from October 25 to 26.
This event marks the fifth time it has been held, providing a comprehensive festival where citizens can directly experience and view Busan’s intangible heritage. It is noteworthy that all citizens can participate for free.
The opening ceremony will be held on the 25th at 1:30 PM at the Pungnyeo Square. A special performance wishing for the successful conduct of the 48th UNESCO World Heritage Committee, which will be held in Busan next July, will also take place at this event.
A Festival of Intangible Heritage in Busan, Where Elegance and Craftsmanship Come Together
This year’s Busan Comprehensive Folk Arts Festival will be organized around four main themes. The themes include ▲ Pungnyeo Square ▲ Craftsmanship Square ▲ Celebration Square ▲ Special Folk Exhibition, with around 400 intangible heritage bearers and transmitters from Busan and the Yeongnam region participating to present diverse performances and demonstrations. This festival is an important event that highlights the preciousness of local culture.
On the first day, October 25, various local folk performances will take place. Performances such as ▲ Suyeong Yaryu, ▲ Donghae Banji Gut, ▲ Dadaepo Hurisori, ▲ Arirang Taekwondo, ▲ Sahabang Auri, ▲ Busan Nongak, and ▲ Gudeok Mangkkae Sori will be showcased.
Additionally, programs like the ‘Children's Past Examination’ and ‘Traditional Game King Selection’ will also be conducted for citizen participation, providing enjoyable experiences.
On October 26, various performances are scheduled. Performances such as ▲ Dongnae Gumuh, ▲ Ulsan Swoojang Sori, ▲ Fusion Gugak Team Cheongcheong, ▲ Jultagi, ▲ Dadae Elementary School Dadaepo Hurisori, and ▲ Jasuyeong Eobang Playing will be held.
In particular, the congratulatory performance by trot singer Kim Soo-chan is expected to add vitality to the event. Additionally, there will be rich activities including a ‘Folk Talent Contest’ themed around Busan's intangible heritage and an ‘Squid Game Experience’ that citizens can participate in.
5,000-Person Scale Traditional Experience Linked to Hanbok Culture Week
This year's event will take place alongside 'Hanbok Culture Week,' evolving into a festival where attendees can experience both Hanbok and traditional culture simultaneously. Large-scale programs accommodating approximately 5,000 participants will be arranged, providing broader opportunities for citizens to engage.
This event will feature various experiential programs. Firstly, in the field of intangible cultural asset skills, there will be opportunities for hands-on practice of traditional crafts alongside national designated skill holders such as potters and engravers.
The traditional culture experiences will be family-friendly, with diverse programs like making lucky bags and Cheongsa-chorong lanterns gaining considerable popularity.
In addition, the Hanbok Craft Playground will allow participants to create Hanbok accessories and experience traditional embroidery, allowing them to personally appreciate the beauty of Hanbok. At the event site, 100 Hanboks will be available for free rental, providing visitors the chance to capture special moments at the photo zone.
Furthermore, in collaboration with local Hanbok businesses, activities to implement social values will be conducted alongside an ESG campaign. Various programs are continuously available at the event venue, including Busan Hanbok Shops, traditional food experience booths, and character photo zones for family-oriented visitors.
Intangible Heritage Art Fair and GOWAYE Exhibition, Presenting the Future of Cultural Heritage Industry
This folk arts festival will feature the 'Intangible Heritage Art Fair,' where the works of Busan's intangible heritage bearers will be exhibited and sold.
Additionally, the exhibition and sales booth for 'GOWAYE,' a cultural product brand of Busan's intangible heritage, will be operated. This will provide an opportunity to experience creative Busan-style cultural products that harmonize tradition and modernity.
The experiential event will be conducted from 11 AM to 5 PM. Souvenirs will be given to participants who complete the stamp tour. More detailed information about the event can be found on the official website of the Busan Comprehensive Folk Arts Festival (busanfolkartfestival.com).
Conclusion: A Citizen Participation Festival Connecting Busan's Excitement and Tradition
The "Busan Comprehensive Folk Arts Festival" to be held in 2025 is a comprehensive cultural festival harmonizing traditional arts, intangible heritage, Hanbok culture, and citizen experiences. This event has established an important place for deeply experiencing Busan's traditional culture.
The city of Busan plans to continuously strive to widely promote the importance of intangible heritage and develop into a cultural heritage city where citizens can enjoy together.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Q. When and where will the 2025 Busan Comprehensive Folk Arts Festival be held?
The 2025 Busan Comprehensive Folk Arts Festival will take place from October 25 to 26 at Dasom Square in Busan Citizens Park.
The 2025 Busan Comprehensive Folk Arts Festival, a representative traditional cultural festival of Busan, will be held for two days from October 25 to 26 at Dasom Square within Busan Citizens Park. Marking its fifth installment this year, the festival is a free comprehensive event where citizens can experience Busan and Yeongnam's intangible heritage in one place, characterized by its open participation to everyone.
Q. What are the main themes of the festival and who will participate?
It will feature four themes: Pungnyeo Square, Craftsmanship Square, Celebration Square, and a Special Folk Exhibition, with over 400 intangible heritage bearers and transmitters participating.
The 2025 Busan Comprehensive Folk Arts Festival will proceed with four main themes: Pungnyeo Square, Craftsmanship Square, Celebration Square, and a Special Folk Exhibition. About 400 intangible heritage bearers and transmitters from Busan and Gyeongnam region will participate to present various traditional performances and demonstrations, making it an important cultural event to convey the value of local traditional culture to citizens.
Q. What special events will be featured during the opening ceremony?
The opening ceremony will take place on the 25th at 1:30 PM at Pungnyeo Square, featuring a performance wishing for the success of the UNESCO committee.
The opening ceremony will unfold on October 25 at 1:30 PM at Pungnyeo Square, featuring a special performance wishing for the successful hosting of the 48th UNESCO World Heritage Committee to be held in Busan next July. This will be a significant event to enhance the international status of Busan's intangible heritage and culture.
Q. What performances and experience programs will be available during the festival? Traditional folk performances, a traditional game contest, a children's past examination, and a performance by trot singer Kim Soo-chan will be prepared.
On the first day, folk performances from the region such as Suyeong Yaryu, Donghae Banji Gut, and Dadaepo Hurisori will take place along with citizen participation programs like a children's past examination and a traditional game king selection contest. On the second day, performances of Dongnae Gumuh, Ulsan Swoojang Sori, fusion Gugak Cheongcheong, and a congratulatory trot stage by Kim Soo-chan will provide a rich array of experiences.
Q. What is special about the festival in relation to Hanbok Culture Week? There will be experience events like making Hanbok accessories, traditional embroidery, and free rental of 100 Hanboks.
This festival will be held simultaneously with Hanbok Culture Week, creating a Hanbok Craft Playground where participants can create Hanbok accessories and experience traditional embroidery. Around 100 Hanboks will be available for free rental on site, providing opportunities for special photographs at a photo zone, allowing families to experience the beauty of traditional culture and Hanbok.
Q. What significance do the Intangible Heritage Art Fair and GOWAYE exhibition hold? It presents the future of the cultural industry through the exhibition and sale of intangible heritage works and the GOWAYE cultural product brand.
During the event, the Intangible Heritage Art Fair will display and sell the works of bearers, and a booth will be operated for the GOWAYE brand, where tradition and modernity of Busan converge. This serves as an important platform to demonstrate the sustainable development of traditional culture and the future potential of the local cultural industry.
Q. What traditional craft programs can participants experience? Visitors can directly experience traditional crafts alongside national designated skill holders.
The festival will feature traditional craft practice programs with national designated intangible heritage skill holders such as potters and engravers, allowing families to engage in various traditional crafts like making lucky bags and Cheongsa-chorong lanterns, thus directly experiencing the value and joy of traditional culture.
Q. Where can participants find information about how to participate and more details?
The event will run from 11 AM to 5 PM, with detailed information available on the official website.
The experiential events of the 2025 Busan Comprehensive Folk Arts Festival will operate from 11 AM to 5 PM, and souvenirs will be provided to those who complete the stamp tour. Detailed schedules and program content can be checked for the latest information on the official website of the Busan Comprehensive Folk Arts Festival (busanfolkartfestival.com).
