Table of Contents
- The Opening of the 2025 Masan Gagopa Chrysanthemum Festival, A Feast of Autumn Mood
- From the Chrysanthemum Contest to the Drone Light Show, Enjoying the Festival Day and Night
- November 1 Opening Ceremony, Exciting Lineup Featuring Jin Hae-sung, Punch, Park Tae-hee, and Huni Jung
- Main Schedule and Performance Programs
- Parking Location and Useful Tips
- Masan Travel Guided by the Scent of Chrysanthemums, Including Local Restaurants
- Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
The Opening of the 2025 Masan Gagopa Chrysanthemum Festival, A Feast of Autumn Mood
The 25th Masan Gagopa Chrysanthemum Festival will be held from November 1 to 9 at the 3·15 Marine Nuri Park and Happo Waterfront Park in Changwon City.
This year's theme is 'Meeting Autumn Guided by Chrysanthemums', featuring various exhibitions, performances, and experience programs designed for enjoyment by all age groups.
Changwon, formerly known as Masan, is recognized as the starting point for commercial chrysanthemum cultivation. Due to its mild climate and excellent cultivation techniques, it produces the highest quality chrysanthemums in the country. This festival, which has been held since 2000, has grown into the largest autumn flower festival representing Masan.
The multi-branch masterpiece 'Cheonhyangyeosim', which sets new blooming records every year, is famous for being listed in the Guinness Book of Records. The 2024 Masan Gagopa Chrysanthemum Festival was also successfully concluded, leaving enjoyable memories for many.
From the Chrysanthemum Contest to the Drone Light Show, Enjoying the Festival Day and Night
This year's festival will showcase unique attractions at two main venues, the 3·15 Marine Nuri Park (1st festival site) and the Happo Waterfront Park (2nd festival site), both thematically stimulating various generations' sensibilities.
In particular, the 1st festival site will be themed 'Voyage', where a large chrysanthemum sculpture resembling an airport welcomes visitors. Here, an airplane and boarding gate made of chrysanthemums heighten the anticipation of travel.
At the 2nd festival site, 'Hong Kong Quick Emotion Bar' run by young creators will operate, offering unique exhibitions during the day and delicious food performances at night.
This year, the nighttime operation hours have been extended until 10 PM, and from 5 PM, the 'Sea Light Chrysanthemum Cinema' program will be held on the deck of the 3·15 Marine Nuri Park. Additionally, citizen participation spaces such as the Chrysanthemum Light Wish Road and Chrysanthemum Tree will be set up, allowing for different experiences of charm both day and night.
November 1 Opening Ceremony, Exciting Lineup Featuring Jin Hae-sung, Punch, Park Tae-hee, and Huni Jung
The opening ceremony will be held on November 1 (Saturday) at 7 PM on the main stage of the 3·15 Marine Nuri Park.
Before the ceremony, there will be a kendo performance and performances by Huni Jung and Choi Ji-na. After the official opening declaration, 700 drones will light up the sky during the Drone Light Show.
As a congratulatory performance, trot singer Park Tae-hee and ballad singer Punch, along with Jin Hae-sung, will take the stage to entertain the audience. Additionally, at 3:30 PM on the day of the opening ceremony, the Chrysanthemum Dream Parade, featuring a military band and Robot Land performers, will further heighten the audience's anticipation.
| Item | Time | Content | Appearance | Remarks | |
| Pre-Event | 17:30~18:27 | 57' | Video Screening | - | Changwon City Promotional Video, Chrysanthemum Festival Video |
| 18:27~18:29 | 2' | Announcer Opening | Announcer Im Hyun-jung | Introduction to the opening ceremony and announcement of the festival | |
| 18:29~18:39 | 10' | Pre-Event Performance 1 (Kendo Performance) | Middle School Team | ||
| 18:39~18:59 | 20' | Pre-Event Performance 2 (Trot) | Huni Jung | ||
| Cleaning Up the Venue | 18:59~19:00 | 1' | Cleaning Up the Venue | Announcer Im Hyun-jung | |
| Official Event | 19:00~19:02 | 2' | Opening Ceremony Announcement and National Ceremony | Announcer Im Hyun-jung | |
| 19:02~19:04 | 2' | Introduction of Guests | Subtitles | ||
| 19:04~19:06 | 2' | Opening Declaration | Festival Chairman | Podium | |
| 19:06~19:09 | 3' | Welcoming Speech | Acting Authority | Podium | |
| 19:09~19:21 | 12' | Congratulations Speech | 4 Guests | To Be Decided | |
| 19:21~19:23 | 2' | Celebration | Video Broadcast | ||
| 19:23~19:30 | 7' | Entrance of Guests | Distinguished Guests | ||
| Celebratory Performance | |||||
| 19:30~19:42 | 12' | Drone Light Show | Drones | 700 Drones | |
| Celebration Event | 19:42~19:43 | 1' | MC Opening | MC Lee Sang-won | Part 2 MC |
| 19:43~19:58 | 15' | Celebratory Performance | Park Tae-hee | Trot | |
| 19:58~20:18 | 20' | Happiness | Dance Song | ||
| 20:18~20:38 | 20' | Punch | Ballad | ||
| 20:38~20:58 | 20' | Jin Hae-sung | Trot | ||
| 20:58~21:00 | 2' | MC Ending | MC | Safety Control Announcement | |
Main Schedule and Performance Programs
| Event Name | Date & Time | Location | Content |
| Chrysanthemum Dream Parade | 11.1 (Sat) 15:30 | 3·15 Marine Nuri Park | Military Band and Robot Land Performance Team Parade |
| Opening Ceremony and Celebration Performance | 11.1 (Sat) 19:00~21:00 | 3·15 Marine Nuri Park | Drone Show (700 drones), Performances by Park Tae-hee, Punch, Jin Hae-sung, Huni Jung, and Choi Ji-na |
| Chrysanthemum Indie Music Festa | 11.2 (Sun) 14:00~21:00 | 3·15 Marine Nuri Park | University Bands, Office Workers' Bands, Indie Bands Performances |
| Multimedia Fireworks Show | 11.5 (Wed) 20:00 | 3·15 Marine Nuri Park | Fireworks Performance with Video and Music |
| Chrysanthemum Dance & Cheerleading Festival | 11.8 (Sat) 16:00~17:30 | 3·15 Marine Nuri Park & Happo Waterfront Park | University Dance Teams, Professional Cheerleading Teams (NC Dinos, LG Sakers, Gyeongnam FC) Performances |
Parking Location and Useful Tips
Expecting a shortage of parking spaces during the festival, it is advisable to use public transportation.
If you plan to use your personal vehicle, consider the following parking lots:
Near the first festival site (3·15 Marine Nuri Park), there are the Marine New City Parking Lot, the 3·15 Marine Nuri Park Parking Lot, and the Gyeongnam Dock Workers Union Parking Lot.
At the second festival site (Happo Waterfront Park), there is a parking lot available.
On the day of the official events and fireworks, parking spaces may fill up quickly, so it is best to check in advance the schedule and boarding locations of the Masan Gagopa Festival shuttle buses.
Masan Travel Guided by the Scent of Chrysanthemums, Including Local Restaurants
When visiting the festival, be sure to try the steamed eel and grilled eel at Masan Market.
The travel course, where taste and elegance blend harmoniously with music amid the fragrance of chrysanthemums, makes your autumn weekends special.
This year's Masan Gagopa Chrysanthemum Festival is a cultural and artistic venue that can be enjoyed by all generations, where the beauty of chrysanthemums will color the sea of Masan.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Q. When and where will the 2025 Masan Gagopa Chrysanthemum Festival be held?
The festival will be held from November 1 to 9, 2025, at the 3·15 Marine Nuri Park and Happo Waterfront Park in Changwon city.
The 25th Masan Gagopa Chrysanthemum Festival will be held from November 1 to 9, 2025, at the 3·15 Marine Nuri Park and Happo Waterfront Park located in Changwon city. This festival is an event where you can enjoy the beauty of autumn chrysanthemums, with various exhibitions, performances, and experience programs arranged to cater to all age groups. Both festival sites provide different themes and attractions, offering visitors a vibrant experience.
Q. What are the main schedule and lineup for the opening ceremony of the 2025 Masan Gagopa Chrysanthemum Festival?
The opening ceremony will be at 7 PM on November 1, featuring Huni Jung, Choi Ji-na, Park Tae-hee, Punch, and Jin Hae-sung.
The opening ceremony will take place at 7 PM on November 1 (Saturday) on the main stage of the 3·15 Marine Nuri Park. Before the ceremony, there will be kendo performances and performances by Huni Jung and Choi Ji-na, followed by a drone light show featuring 700 drones after the official opening declaration. The congratulatory performances will include trot singer Park Tae-hee, ballad singer Punch, and Jin Hae-sung, enhancing the festival atmosphere. Also, a Chrysanthemum Dream Parade will be held at 3:30 PM on the same day, featuring a military band and Robot Land performers to build audience anticipation.
Q. What are the key programs and special events available at the Masan Gagopa Chrysanthemum Festival?
The festival will feature various exhibitions and performances during the day and night, a drone light show, the Chrysanthemum Light Wish Road, and the Sea Light Chrysanthemum Cinema.
The festival will be themed around retro and newtro at both locations, with a large chrysanthemum sculpture welcoming visitors under the travel concept. At the second festival site, a sentiment bar run by young creators, along with day and night exhibitions and performances, will take place. Notably, operations will be extended until 10 PM, particularly from 5 PM onwards, with spaces for citizen participation like the Chrysanthemum Light Wish Road and Chrysanthemum Tree, as well as the Sea Light Chrysanthemum Cinema, allowing different festival charms to be experienced both day and night.
Q. What parking and transportation tips can you give when visiting the Masan Gagopa Chrysanthemum Festival?
Due to a lack of parking spaces, it is recommended to use public transport; primary parking areas are located near the Marine Nuri Park and Happo Waterfront Park.
As parking is expected to be limited during the festival, using public transport is recommended. For those using personal vehicles, parking options include the Marine New City and 3·15 Marine Nuri Park Parking Lots as well as the Gyeongnam Dock Workers Union Parking Lot, which are located near the 3·15 Marine Nuri Park. There is also a designated parking lot at the Happo Waterfront Park. Especially on the days of the official events and fireworks, parking can fill up quickly, so checking the festival shuttle bus schedule and boarding locations in advance will make it more convenient.
Q. What local dishes and travel courses do you recommend to visitors of the Masan Gagopa Chrysanthemum Festival?
We recommend tasting the steamed eel and grilled eel at Masan Market and enjoying an autumn travel experience amid the fragrance of chrysanthemums.
When participating in the festival, it is recommended to try the steamed eel and grilled eel at Masan Market. The festival atmosphere enriched with the scent of chrysanthemums allows for a special autumn weekend experience where taste, elegance, and music blend harmoniously. The Masan Gagopa Chrysanthemum Festival serves as a cultural and artistic venue that all generations can enjoy, establishing itself as the premier event for experiencing the beauty of chrysanthemums alongside the sea of Masan.
