Eumseong, Chungcheongbuk-do · Folk performance festival
Eumseong Pumba Festival
June 10–14, 2026
- Dates
- June 10–14, 2026
- Hours
- 9 a.m.–9 p.m.
- Admission
- Free
- Venue
- Seolseong Park and Kkottongnae
- Address
- 28 Seolseonggongwon-gil, Eumseong-eup, Eumseong-gun, Chungcheongbuk-do
Plan a few nearby stops
Traditional marketEumseong-gun · Every five daysGamgok MarketThis traditional market opens on dates ending in 3 and 8 each month.View market details ParkAt the central festival siteSeolseong ParkWalk the pond and park paths between street performances and competition stages.View details CommunityFor the story behind the festivalKkottongnaeLearn how Choi Gwi-dong’s care for people in need inspired the community and festival values.View details Hotels near the festival
Eumseong-eup and central Eumseong-gun
View staysFollow the parade and performance schedule
Check both sites
Programs are divided between Seolseong Park and Kkottongnae, so confirm the location for each event.
Expect street performance
Parades, satire, singing, and competitions keep much of the day active outdoors.
Check the next edition
The 2026 festival has ended. Confirm the next parade route and daily stage times.
Satire, music, and a tradition of sharing
At a glance
Eumseong Pumba Festival combines folk performance, street parades, competitions, humor, and community programs.
Why Pumba
The festival connects the songs of itinerant performers with Choi Gwi-dong’s example of compassion and practical care.
Before you go
The 2026 festival ran June 10–14 from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. Admission was free.
