Baekje Cultural Festival
Oct 3 – Oct 11, 2026 · Chungcheongnam-do
The 2026 edition ran Oct 3 – Oct 11, 2026. 2027 dates have not been announced yet; this page is updated automatically when the organizer publishes them. Check the official site for the latest.
Overview
Baekje Cultural Festival first started in 1955 and aims to bring the history and culture of the Baekje era to life, taking place at UNESCO-recognized sites throughout Gongju and Buyeo. The festival operates as an open event where the history and culture of Baekje, local businesses, and the daily lives of residents harmonize, and is expected to provide visitors with a special cultural experience where the past and present coexist.
Why go
Baekje Cultural Festival brings the history and culture of the ancient Baekje kingdom to life across UNESCO-recognised sites in Buyeo and Gongju, blending historical themes with local commerce and daily life. Running since 1955, it is one of Korea's long-established heritage festivals and offers an open, walkable mix of historic-site programming in two neighbouring towns.
Getting there from Seoul
Buyeo and Gongju are both reachable from Seoul by intercity/express bus (from terminals such as Seoul's Central City or Nambu Bus Terminal) or by KTX/train with a local bus or taxi transfer to the historic sites. Since the festival runs across venues in both Buyeo (Jeongnimsaji Temple Site, Seoktap-ro, Gwanbuk-ri) and Gongju (Geumgang-Singwan Park, Mirseom Island, Gongsanseong Fortress), it's worth deciding in advance which town's sites to prioritise, or planning a day for each.
Tips
- Buyeo venues run 10:00-22:00 and Gongju venues run 11:00-22:00, so check which town you're visiting before planning your schedule.
- Admission is free, so budget mainly covers transport and food.
- The festival sites are split between two towns, so allow extra travel time if you want to see both Buyeo and Gongju in one trip.
Best for: history enthusiasts, families, UNESCO heritage visitors.
Photos
Photo: Korea Tourism Organization 
Photo: Korea Tourism Organization 
Photo: Korea Tourism Organization 
Photo: Korea Tourism Organization 
Photo: Korea Tourism Organization 
Photo: Korea Tourism Organization
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