Namwon, Jeollabuk-do · Traditional culture festival
Chunhyang Festival
April 30–May 6, 2026
- Dates
- April 30–May 6, 2026
- Hours
- 10 a.m.–10:30 p.m.
- Admission
- Free
- Selected programs
- Paid
- Venue
- Gwanghalluwon Garden and Yocheon Riverside
- Address
- 1447 Yocheon-ro, Namwon-si, Jeollabuk-do
Plan a few nearby stops
Traditional marketSeparate Namwon stop · about 21 km awayNamwon Inwol MarketThis five-day market opens on dates ending in 3 and 8 each month.View market details Historic gardenAt the festival siteGwanghalluwon GardenWalk the pavilion, pond, and bridge tied to the story of Chunhyang and Mongryong.View details Traditional cultureAcross central NamwonNamwon Traditional Culture CenterCheck the current craft, music, and cultural programs beyond the main festival stages.View details See the garden by day and the riverfront at night
Check the parade day
The main procession, selection event, music, and competitions followed separate daily schedules.
Stay after dark
Lighting and evening performances changed the atmosphere around Gwanghalluwon and the river.
Check the next edition
The 2026 festival has ended. Confirm the next full program and paid activities.
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At a glance
Chunhyang Festival combines traditional music, parades, competitions, fashion, contemporary performance, food, and crafts around Gwanghalluwon Garden.
A long-running tradition
Citizens began the festival in 1931 to honor Chunhyang’s loyalty and preserve local cultural pride.
Before you go
The 2026 festival ran April 30–May 6 from 10 a.m. to 10:30 p.m. Entry was free; selected programs cost extra.
