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Gwangju National Heritage Night

Name: Gwangju National Heritage Night
Start: 2026-04-24
End: 2026-04-25
Location: May 18 Democracy Square

April 24–25, 2026

Dates: April 24–25, 2026
2026 hours: 18:00–22:00
2026 admission: Free entry; selected activities cost extra
Venue: May 18 Democracy Square
Address: 38 Munhwajeondang-ro, Dong-gu, Gwangju

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Photo: Korea Tourism Organization

AROUND THE FESTIVAL

Plan a few nearby stops

Traditional marketGwangju · Every five daysSongjeong Five-Day MarketThis market opens on dates ending in 3 and 8 each month.View market details Nearby stopElsewhere in GwangjuJeungsimsa TempleAdd Jeungsimsa Temple to the same Gwangju itinerary before or after Gwangju National Heritage Night. Check current hours before setting out.View details Add to the routeFor a separate stopAsia Culture CenterSave time for Asia Culture Center if you are extending your stay in Gwangju after Gwangju National Heritage Night.View details

STAY NEARBY

Hotels near the festival

Gwangju and the festival area

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PLAN YOUR VISIT

Plan a future visit to Gwangju National Heritage Night

Check the next edition

Gwangju National Heritage Night ended its 2026 run. Confirm the next dates, hours, prices, and booking requirements on the official page.

Choose your priorities

Use the official Gwangju National Heritage Night schedule to set your arrival time, then leave room for Jeungsimsa Temple.

Start with the venue

Use May 18 Democracy Square as the arrival point and check the daily program before setting out.

ABOUT THE FESTIVAL