Korean Summer Festivals 2019

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The sweltering summer heat is intense, but that doesn't mean you can have fun outside!

Today, we've brought you guys a list of 2019 summer festivals in Korea to beat the heat

Korean Summer Festivals

1. Daegu Chimaek Festival | Review

You can't not have the classic chimaek (chicken and beer) in the hot summers.

That's why Daegu, arguably the city that gets the hottest sun in the summer in all of South Korea, has been hosting a chimaek festival in the summer since 2013. It's been a summer staple since then.

About 100 chicken and beer companies participate in the festival so that you'll have almost an infinite amount of choice. The participation is rising with each passing year; this year, they predict that they'll be having over 1 million guests.

During the festival, you can't miss "nine-nine time", which is when everybody shouts "gunbae (cheers)!" at 9:09 PM. Also check out the Chimaek Ice Pub, where you enjoy cold beer while dunking your feet into a swimming pool filled with ice, and the Chimaek Live Park, where the live music is at, or the Premium Chimaek Club, bringing you poppin music and fun times with Chimaek.

Beat the heat this summer at the Daegu Chimaek Festival!

Daegu Chimaek Festival | Information

• Festival dates : 2019.07.17 (Wednesday) ~ 2019.07.21 (Sunday)
• Festival hours : Gates open at 14:00 ( You should try to get there by at least 16:00 to get a seat)
• Tip : Daegu is so hot that it's nicknamed Daefrica (Daegu + Africa). Make sure you have a pair of sunglasses and plenty of sunscreen!
• Location : 대구 달서구 공원순환로 36
• For more info 2019 Daegu Chicken&Beer Festival

2. Han River Mongddang Summer Festival

The Han River Mongddang Summer Festival will be on its 7th year this year. "Mongddang" means "everything that there is," and like the name, the festival aims to give everything that there is of the Han River to the citizens of Seoul.

Over 80 programs (water activities, shows, food, etc.) can be found within the festival within three larger theme umbrellas: Cool Han River, Moving Han River, and Together Han River.

2-1. Han River Mongddang Summer Festival | Under-bridge Film Screening

A transformation of the empty spaces under the Han River bridges! An experience exclusive to the festival, enjoy a free film screening every week near the cool breeze of the Han River!

• Festival dates : 20:00 Every Saturday during festival dates
• Location : Under Gwangnaru Cheonho Bridge, Ttukseom Cheongdam Bridge, Yeoido Wonhyo Bridge, and Mangwon Seoul Park
• How to Enter : Free for all

2-2. Han River Mongddang Summer Festival | Water Fight

A water fight to fight away the sweltering summer city heat! Anybody can come to enjoy the water fight, which will take place at the Nanji Han River Park. There will also be food trucks and picnic areas around the park.

• Festival dates : 8.3 (Sat) ~ 8.4 (Sun) 11:00 ~ 18:00
• Location : Nanji Han River Park, Plaza of Youth
• How to Enter : Entry tickets sold on-site (6,600 KRW for entry, 12,000 KRW for entry + water fight).

2-3. Han River Mongddang Summer Festival | Banpo Picnic Bridge

A collaboration between Seoul city and the Dokkaebi Night Market, the Picnic Bridge is where you'll find artisan products, food, and performances under the shining moon.

• Festival dates : 8.15 (Thursday) 14:00 ~ 23:00
• Location : Banpo Han River Park
• How to Enter : Free for all

2-4. Han River Mongddang Summer Festival | Information

• Festival dates : 2019.07.19 (Friday) ~ 2019.08.18 (Sunday)
• Tip : Click here to get an idea of all the events that are going on before going (English, Chinese versions in prep)
• Location : All Han River Parks (Yeoido, Ttukseom, Banpo, Nanji)

3. Boryeong Mud Festival

This year will be the 22nd Boryeong Mud Festival. At this point, it's now a global festival that's not only is popular among Koreans, but also among foreign visitors.

The perfect way to escape the heat, you can enjoy the beach and roll in the mud to your heart's content.

The Boryeong mud also has skin care properties because of its high mineral and germanium content. You'll feel your skin feel extra soft when you're washing off later!

Enjoy all sorts of activities with people from all over the world! The atmosphere is very open and lively, an amazing place to build unforgettable memories.

Other than the mud festival, there are fireworks, K-POP concerts, EDM, and hip hop performances in the evenings (the "Mud Night Stand").

30% of the tickets are sold online and 70% are onsite. Get them quick before they sell out!

Boryeong Mud Festival | Information

• Festival dates : 2019.07.19 (Friday) ~ 2019.07.28 (Sunday)
• Tip : Creatrip is now offering a day trip package to Boryeong to Seoul at a discounted price.
  For more info Boryeong Mud Festival Blog
• Location : 충청남도 보령시 대천해수욕장

4. Busan Ocean Festival

If Seoul has the Han River Mongddang Festival, then Busan has the Busan Ocean Festival. Busan is loved all four seasons, but its summers is where it's at. The festival is held across five of Busan's beaches.

4-1. Busan Ocean Festival | Opening Party & Fireworks

The opening party is held on the best beach in Busan, Haeundae. It's gonna be a pool party, so get ready to get wet!

Along with the fireworks, you'll get performances from famous Korean hip hop artists such as Make It Rain, Yang Dongeun, Changmo, Woodigo Child, etc. all for free!

• Festival date : 8.02 (Friday) 19:00 ~ 22:05
• Location : Haeundae Beach Stage
• Entry : Free for all

4-2. Busan Ocean Festival | Night Pool Party

Arguably the main even of the Busan Ocean Festival. Performances from Monni, Soran, Jeon Hyoseong, Norajo, etc. The Night Pool Party is free as well!

• Festival dates : 8.3 (Sat) ~ 4 (Sun) 19:00 ~ 21:30
• Location : Haeundae Beach Stage
• Entry : Free for all
  

4-3. Busan Ocean Festival | BeFM Expat DJ Contest

A DJ competition with expat DJs in Korea.

• Festival date : 8.02 (Friday) 19:00 ~ 22:05
• Location : Gwangalli Beach Stage
• Entry : Free for all

4-4. Busan Ocean Festival | Information

• Festival dates : 2019.08.02 (Friday) ~ 2019.08.06 (Tuesday)
• Tip : There are so many more events other than the ones listed here. Click here to check out the schedule (only in English)
• Location : Busan Haeundae, Gwangalli, Dadaepo, Songdo, Songjeong Beaches

5. Incheon Pentaport Rock Festival

Since its beginning in 2006, it's slowly become a global rock festival and a must-go for fans of rock music. It will be the 14th rendition of the festival this year.

The line up for this year's Pentaport.

If you like rock music, the Incheon Pentaport Rock Festival is a solid choice.

Incheon Pentaport Rock Festival | Purchase

You can get tickets from Interpark

Incheon Pentaport Rock Festival | Information

• Festival dates : 2019.08.09 (Friday) ~ 2019.08.11 (Sunday)
• Tip : For those of you new to rock, I would recommend the 1-day pass rather than anything longer!
• Location : Songdo Moonlight Festival Park (Shuttle buses from International Business District Station, Incheon Subway line 1)

These were the five festivals that will rock your Korean summer. From all parts of Korea and celebrating in so many different ways, I'd go to them all if I could.

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