Yangju city in Gyeonggi Province, South Korea, will host the 3rd Peace Wish Arts Festival on the 22nd at Yangju Byeolsandae Nori Madang (a traditional Korean performance venue). The event aims to promote peace and harmony within the community and supports the city's ambitions to host an international speed skating track. Notable attendees will include Buddhist leaders from various associations. The festival features traditional activities like a peace wish ritual and a samulnori (traditional Korean percussion) performance, followed by Buddhist services and cultural events. Scholarships and charitable rice donations will be made to local institutions, highlighting the community spirit. The festival will conclude with performances from diverse artists and groups aimed at celebrating cultural arts. The city hopes the festival will encourage a collective wish for peace and prosperity and adherence to values of sharing.
