Gangjin Bay Dancing Reeds Festival
Oct 24 – Nov 1, 2026 · Gwangju & Jeollanam-do
Overview
This festival takes place at Gangjinman Bay Ecological Park, home to 1,572 species, where visitors can enjoy beautiful sunsets along with a variety of performances and hands-on programs. Programs are available for people of all ages, including walking the Gangjinman Bay ecological trail and viewing the reed fields, allowing visitors to take in the natural scenery and ecological environment of Gangjinman Bay in autumn together. In particular, the festival runs participatory hands-on programs and environmental programs for children, so that families can enjoy themselves together in nature. It is a beautiful eco-cultural festival that showcases the ecological value of Gangjinman Bay Ecological Park and the seasonal scenery of its reed fields, while sharing the meaning of protecting the natural environment.
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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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