Gwacheon, Gyeonggi-do · Outdoor performing arts festival

Gwacheon Performing Arts Festival

September 18–20, 2026

Dates: September 18–20, 2026
Hours: Noon–10 p.m.
Admission: Free
Venue: Government Complex Gwacheon lawn and Gwacheon Civic Hall
Address: 64 Gwanmun-ro, Gwacheon-si, Gyeonggi-do

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Photo: Korea Tourism Organization

AROUND THE FESTIVAL

Plan a few nearby stops

Traditional marketSeparate Gyeonggi stop · about 12 km awayMoran MarketThis five-day market is in Seongnam. Market days end in 4 and 9.View market details Modern art museumEarlier in the dayMMCA GwacheonSee the museum’s current exhibitions before returning to central Gwacheon for outdoor performances.View details ParkFor a family daySeoul Grand ParkAdd the lakeside grounds, zoo, or botanical garden as a separate daytime stop.View details

STAY NEARBY

Hotels near the festival

Gwacheon, Sadang, and southern Seoul

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PLAN YOUR VISIT

Pick your performances before you arrive

Save the timetable

Outdoor theater, circus, dance, parades, and invited productions run at different stages.

Expect road closures

Central-ro and Cheongsa-ro use temporary traffic controls during the festival weekend.

Prepare for weather

Most performances are outdoors. Bring sun protection, water, or rain gear as conditions require.

ABOUT THE FESTIVAL

Street theater and outdoor performance fill central Gwacheon

At a glance

Gwacheon Performing Arts Festival presents Korean and international outdoor theater, circus, dance, parades, and participatory art.

What to expect

The festival concentrates performances around the government complex lawn and civic hall, with food, markets, workshops, and family activities between stages.

Before you go

The 2026 festival runs September 18–20 from noon to 10 p.m. Entry is free, and temporary road closures affect central Gwacheon.