Suwon, Gyeonggi-do · Heritage festival
Suwon Hwaseong Festival
October 4–11, 2026
- Dates
- October 4–11, 2026
- Hours
- Noon–9 p.m.
- Admission
- Free; some programs cost extra
- Venue
- Suwon Hwaseong Fortress
- Address
- 825 Jeongjo-ro, Paldal-gu, Suwon-si, Gyeonggi-do
Plan a few nearby stops
Traditional marketOsan · Every five daysOsan Five-Color MarketThe linked market is in nearby Osan and opens on dates ending in 3 and 8 each month.View market details Royal palaceAt the heart of the festivalHwaseong Haenggung PalaceStep inside the temporary palace that anchors many of the festival’s historical programs.View details MuseumBefore the main programSuwon Hwaseong MuseumSee how the fortress was planned and built before walking the walls and palace grounds.View details Hotels near the festival
Paldal-gu and central Suwon
View staysBuild your day around the fortress
Start at the palace
Begin at Hwaseong Haenggung, then choose a section of the fortress walls before the main evening performances.
Check the daily program
Parades, performances, and public programs take place at different times and locations. Confirm the day’s schedule before you set out.
What to bring
Wear comfortable shoes for stone paths and fortress slopes. Bring a light layer if you plan to stay into the evening.
King Jeongjo’s procession returns to Suwon
At a glance
Suwon Hwaseong Festival brings the 1795 royal procession of King Jeongjo to life through performances, parades, and public programs inside the UNESCO-listed fortress.
What to see
The program draws on scenes recorded in the royal protocol known as the Wonhaeng Eulmyo Jeongni Uigwe. Major events include large-scale performances and the King Jeongjo Royal Parade.
Before you go
Festival hours are noon to 9 p.m. General admission is free, but some programs charge a fee or require advance booking.