Busan

Geumjeongsanseong Festival

금정산성축제

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Dates
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Venue
Geumjeongsanseong Plaza and Geumjeongsanseong Area
Address
Busan Geumjeong-gu Saseong-ro 501-2 (Geumseong-dong)
Admission
Free (some paid)
Organizer
Busan Geumjeong-gu, Geumjeong-gu Festival Committee / Geumjeong Cultural Foundation
Operating hours
10:00~19:00 (Korean original)
Program
1. Ecological Programs - Walking Competition: A walking program that tells the story of Geumjeong-san's nature and the history of Geumjeongsanseong Fortress - Geumjeong-san Ecological Tour: An ecological program exploring the creatures inhabiting Geumjeong-san with a professional guide - Thematic Exhibition: An outdoor exhibition showcasing the designation of Geumjeong-san National Park and the value of Geumjeongsanseong Fortress - Geumjeong-san Talk Show: Ecological stories of Geumjeong-san National Park shared by celebrities - Other ecological programs, etc. 2. Historical Programs - Geumjeongsanseong Village Tour: A historical exploration of Geumjeongsanseong Village with a guide - Fortress Construction Experience: Experience the principles of construction using tools like the geojunggi and nokro - Historical Cultural Experience: Making traditional crafts based on the Joseon Dynasty - Popup Photo Studio: Sticker photo sessions with Geumjeongsanseong Fortress as the backdrop - Geumjeongsanseong VR Tour: Exploring Geumjeongsanseong Fortress using VR technology - Other historical programs, etc. 3. Performance Programs - Thematic Performance: A creative musical made by local artists and residents - Opening and Closing Ceremony: Ceremony and celebration performance commemorating the designation of the national park - Community Singing Contest: A program with a prize event for participants - Geumjeongsanseong Arts Festival: Performances by representative cultural and artistic groups from Geumjeong-gu - Choir Festival: Performances by local choirs - Fringe Performances: Street performances including circus, mime, and magic - Living Culture Performances: Performances by local cultural clubs - Other group performance programs, etc. 4. Auxiliary Programs - Local Business Collaboration: Certification of the festival site and local tourism promotion events - Festival Supporters "Geumbanji" Planning Program: Experience programs created and operated by local university students - Flea Market: Seller sales and experience programs - 29th Geumjeong Writing Contest - 22nd Geumjeong Drawing Contest - Geumjeongsanseong Makgeolli Festival: A traditional community event sharing Geumjeongsanseong Makgeolli and food - Promotional booth with relevant local organizations ※ Some experience programs may require a fee, and the programs may change depending on the situation on-site.

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Festival location

Geumjeongsanseong Plaza and Geumjeongsanseong Area

Busan Geumjeong-gu Saseong-ro 501-2 (Geumseong-dong)

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About the festival

The 2026 Geumjeongsanseong Festival, which embodies the value of Geumjeong-san newly designated as a national park in 2026, will be held for three days from October 16 (Friday) to October 18 (Sunday) at Geumjeongsanseong Plaza and the surrounding area. It is a historical, cultural, and artistic festival based on Geumjeongsanseong, the representative cultural heritage of Geumjeong-gu in Busan, and the largest fortress in South Korea, as well as the national park Geumjeong-san, held annually to commemorate the construction of Geumjeongsanseong. Starting from the Geumjeong Arts Festival in 1996, the Geumjeongsanseong Festival presents various programs that showcase the new charm of Geumjeong, blending the ecology and nature of the national park Geumjeong-san with the history and culture of Geumjeongsanseong.

Source: Korea Tourism Organization · TourAPI · TourAPI 1275743

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