Table of Contents
- Chrysanthemum Festival in Hwangsan Park Central Plaza: Embracing the Autumn Aroma
- Gorgeous Exhibitions and Sculptures, Photo Zones
- Enjoying the Night Lighting Exhibition
- 2025 Yangsan Love Healthy Walking Event
- Parking Tips and Access Methods for the Yangsan Chrysanthemum Festival (Based on 2024 Review)
- Transportation and Directions to the Yangsan Chrysanthemum Festival
- Expected Program Schedule (Tentative)
- Conclusion
- Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Chrysanthemum Festival in Hwangsan Park Central Plaza: Embracing the Autumn Aroma
The 'Yangsan Chrysanthemum Festival', Yangsan's representative autumn festival, marks its 21st year this year.
This festival will be held at the Central Plaza of Hwangsan Park from October 24 to November 9, 2025, under the theme of 'Happy Yangsan with Flowers', featuring various exhibitions, performances, and experience programs.
This year's festival primarily features over 65,000 chrysanthemum works on display.
Yangsan City will showcase the works cultivated with care over the year through chrysanthemum cuttings, guidance, and pest control.
Gorgeous Exhibitions and Sculptures, Photo Zones
The exhibition will feature about 300 bonsai lotus works, stoneworks, and woodworks. Additionally, 500 sculptures of large chrysanthemums and other forms, 2,000 decorative hangings, and over 62,000 small chrysanthemums will be exhibited.
The theme of this sculpture focuses on Yangsan's symbolism and stories, making the arrangements more colorful.
The year 2026 has been designated as the Year of Visiting Yangsan, and in relation to this, Yangsan's tourism characters 'Hoit' and 'Ppyong' will be introduced. Works embodying Yangsan's history and tradition, such as the 'Saplyangmun', the blue dragon, the yellow dragon, and towers will also be exhibited.
Additionally, various sculptures reminiscent of an amusement park are set up. A carousel, Ferris wheel, igloos that create a winter atmosphere, snowmen, and penguins will serve as various photo zones, potentially becoming very popular among family visitors.
Enjoying the Night Lighting Exhibition
Lighting will be on display until 9 PM, continuing the exhibition. Various areas of Hwangsan Park will transform into a night-view chrysanthemum garden, showcasing different charms with a variety of lighting.
From Friday to Sunday, a diverse stage featuring performances by acoustic guitarists, bands, and local artists will take place at the main stage in Central Plaza between 4 PM and 6 PM. This provides an opportunity to enjoy the romance of autumn with a blend of music and flowers.
2025 Yangsan Love Healthy Walking Event
On the second day of the Chrysanthemum Festival, the 'Yangsan Love Healthy Walking' event will be held for citizens.
This event is scheduled to take place on Saturday, October 25, at 7 AM in the outdoor performance area of the Central Plaza of Hwangsan Park. Anyone residing in Yangsan can participate, and registration will be accepted on-site for the first 1,000 participants.
The walking course is about 3 kilometers long and takes about 60 minutes to complete. All participants will receive souvenirs, and a special drawing will give gift coupons to 200 people via a QR event.
This walking competition is a citizen participation program that announces the start of the festival, providing a great opportunity to enjoy fresh autumn air while experiencing health and healing simultaneously.
Parking Tips and Access Methods for the Yangsan Chrysanthemum Festival (Based on 2024 Review)
Parking-related matters have not yet been established this year, but based on reviews from the 2024 festival, some information can be provided.
Firstly, all parking lots are free to use, including temporary parking lots. The nearest parking lot is 'Hwangsan Park Football Field', located about a 2-minute walk away. The temporary parking lot in the Western Plaza is spacious, but it can get crowded on weekends leading to longer waiting times.
The farthest temporary parking lot is about a 15-20 minute walk, and the temporary parking lot near the yellow cosmos is relatively smooth for parking. Additionally, there are temporary restrooms installed at the Western Plaza parking lot for convenience.
Here are some useful tips for your visit.
By entering 'Hwangsan Park Football Field' in the navigation, you can easily find nearby parking lots. The weekend daytime can be crowded, so going early in the morning or during sunset hours would be more relaxed.
By walking and enjoying the surrounding scenery, you can reduce stress about parking. Parking is free, but be mindful that parking outside designated areas may lead to penalties.
Transportation and Directions to the Yangsan Chrysanthemum Festival
**Using Public Transportation**
If you are using a train or subway, get off at Mulgeum Station and it takes about 10 minutes on foot or by taxi. If you take the bus, you can ride lines 21, 26, 137, or 138 and get off at the Hwangsan Park stop. By passing the Hwangsan Overpass from Mulgeum Station in the direction of Central Plaza, you can easily reach Hwangsan Park.
**If Visiting by Car**
If you are driving, it's convenient to enter 'Hwangsan Park', 'Hwangsan Park Football Field', or 'Mulgeum Hwangsan Park' in your navigation. The peak congestion times are between 1 PM and 5 PM, so it is advisable to arrive before 10 AM. If the parking lot is full, you can use temporary parking at the Western Plaza or near the yellow cosmos.
Expected Program Schedule (Tentative)
Although the official schedule has not been released yet, the 2024 festival is expected to proceed in the following manner.
Additionally, there is a high probability of holding a local specialty market, various food booths, a photo event, and a chrysanthemum photo contest.
| Time Slot | Main Programs (Expected) |
| Morning | Exhibition Viewing, Photo Zone Tour |
| Noon to Afternoon | Chrysanthemum Pot Making, Experience Booths, Flea Market |
| 4 PM to 6 PM | Acoustic Guitar and Band Performances, Local Artist Stage |
| Evening | Night Lighting Activation, Enjoying Photo Zones |
| 9 PM | Night Turn-off and End of Night Exhibition |
Conclusion
The 2025 Yangsan Chrysanthemum Festival offers a chance to enjoy the beauty of chrysanthemums while participating with citizens. This event provides an opportunity to experience both healing and emotions in the autumn scenery.
This year, Hwangsan Park will be beautifully decorated with chrysanthemums and lighting, establishing itself as a representative autumn destination where families, couples, and friends can enjoy together.
Before visiting the festival, it's advisable to check the official schedule and transportation information beforehand and to plan a leisurely autumn outing using useful parking tips.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Q. When and where will the Yangsan Chrysanthemum Festival be held?
The Yangsan Chrysanthemum Festival will be held from October 24 to November 9, 2025, at the Central Plaza of Hwangsan Park.
The Yangsan Chrysanthemum Festival, Yangsan's representative autumn festival, celebrates its 21st year this year and will be held from October 24 to November 9, 2025, at the Central Plaza of Hwangsan Park. The theme of the event is 'Happy Yangsan with Flowers', and various exhibitions, performances, and experience programs will be prepared. Therefore, it is a good reference for major schedules when visiting Yangsan in autumn.
Q. What chrysanthemum exhibitions can be seen at the festival?
Over 65,000 chrysanthemum works and about 300 bonsai will be exhibited.
This festival will showcase more than 65,000 chrysanthemum works that have been cultivated by the city of Yangsan over the course of a year. It will include about 300 bonsai lotus works, stoneworks, and woodworks, along with 500 large sculptures and 2,000 decorative hangings, and over 62,000 small chrysanthemums. The sculptures are designed to represent the symbolism and stories of Yangsan, providing a variety of spectacles for the viewers.
Q. Can the Yangsan Chrysanthemum Festival be enjoyed at night?
Night lighting will be on until 9 PM, allowing enjoyment of various night views and performances.
During the festival period, a night lighting exhibition will take place, transforming the chrysanthemum garden of Hwangsan Park into an attraction with different charms at night. Especially from Friday to Sunday, from 4 PM to 6 PM, various performances featuring acoustic guitarists, bands, and local artists will take place at the main stage in Central Plaza, providing a chance to enjoy the romance of autumn combined with music and chrysanthemums.
Q. When and how can I participate in the Yangsan Love Healthy Walking event?
Participants can register on-site for the first 1,000 people on October 25 at 7 AM at the Central Plaza of Hwangsan Park.
The Yangsan Love Healthy Walking event will be held on the day after the festival, Saturday, October 25, at 7 AM in the outdoor performance area of the Central Plaza of Hwangsan Park. Anyone from Yangsan can participate, with registration available on-site for the first 1,000 participants. The walking course is about 3 km long and takes approximately 60 minutes. All participants will receive souvenirs, and gift vouchers will be provided to 200 people through a QR event drawing.
Q. What should I know about parking for the Yangsan Chrysanthemum Festival?
All parking areas are free, and the Hwangsan Park Football Field parking lot is the closest.
According to reviews from 2024, the parking lot at Hwangsan Park Football Field is the closest and most convenient, within a 2-minute walk to the festival venue. The temporary parking in the Western Plaza is spacious but can become crowded on weekends, so please consider this. The temporary parking lot near the yellow cosmos is relatively smooth for parking, and temporary restrooms are provided at the Western Plaza parking lot. Parking is free but be careful not to park outside designated areas, as this may lead to penalties.
Q. What transportation options are available to the festival venue?
It's convenient to take a 10-minute walk or taxi from Mulgeum Station, or to take the bus to the Hwangsan Park stop.
If using a train or subway, get off at Mulgeum Station and walk or take a taxi for about 10 minutes. For buses, lines 21, 26, 137, or 138 can be taken to get off at the Hwangsan Park stop. If you visit by car, it's convenient to enter 'Hwangsan Park' or 'Hwangsan Park Football Field' into your navigation system. Congestion is most likely between 1 PM and 5 PM, so it's better to arrive before 10 AM.