Tickets for the K-Royal Culture Festival Fall 2026 to open on Sep 4

A Special Time in the Autumn- Colored Palace : The 2026 K- Royal Culture Festival - Held Oct 7–11 at the four Royal Palaces and Jongmyo Shrine, with expanded opportunities for international visitors to participate - New programs make their debut, including the "Gyujanggak Chogye Munsin Workshop" and "Tracing Joseon Space" SEOUL, South Korea , Sept. 3, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Hosted by the Royal Palaces and Tombs Center of the Korea Heritage Service (Director General Jo Gyu-hyeong) and organized by the Korea Heritage Agency (President Lee Gui-young), an affiliated organization of the Korea Heritage Service, K-Royal Culture Festival Fall 2026 will take place over five days from Oct 7 (Wed) to Oct 11 (Sun), at the four palaces (Gyeongbokgung, Changdeokgung, Deoksugung and Changgyeonggung Palaces), as well as Jongmyo Shrine. Hanbok Royal Banquet (Yeonhyang) The K-Royal Culture Festival is Korea's flagship national heritage festival, presenting a wide range of programs across Seoul's royal palaces and Jongmyo Shrine, including performances, exhibitions, hands-on experiences and historical reenactments. The spring editions of the festival in 2026 attracted about 725,000 visitors, setting a new record. This fall's festival will offer a distinctive experience from the spring edition, with an expanded lineup of nighttime viewing, guided tour and hands-on programs designed to make the most of autumn of the royal palaces. During the day, visitors can enjoy exhibitions, tours and experience programs that invite them to explore the spaces and history of the palaces in greater depth. At night, the focus shifts to performances and immersive experiences set against the palaces standing in harmony with natural scenery. K-PALACE Meets K-POP... KBS2 "Immortal Songs" Special Performance On Oct 6 (Tue), the eve of K-Royal Culture Festival Fall 2026, a K-Royal Culture Festival Special Performance: "KBS2 Immortal Songs" performance will take place at Heungnyemun Square of Gyeongbokgung Palace to celebrate the opening of the festival. Under the theme "Palaces Awaken the Arts", the performance will bring together music ranging from traditional Korean music to K-POP, offering something for audiences of all generations. Admission is free, and applications to attend the performance will be available later through the official KBS "Immortal Songs" website. Autumn at the Four Royal Palaces and Jongmyo Shrine: A Unique Array of Programs at Each Palace First, at Gyeongbokgung Palace, "Hanbok Royal Banquet (Yeonhyang)" (Oct 9–10 19:00~21:00) will offer an immersive program spanning the entire area open for nighttime viewing. Highlights include "A Royal Stroll"(Oct 9–10 19:00~20:30) , a reenactment of a royal procession featuring the king and queen; "A Guide to Royal Court Attire from Sunhwagung Palace"(Oct 9–10 19:00~21:00), an exhibition spotlighting 「Sajeol Boksaek Jajang Yoram」, a record by Royal Consort Gyeongbin Kim (consort of Heonjong, the 24th king of Joseon) detailing the seasonal attire of women at the royal court; and "Joseon Royal OOTD"(Oct 9–10 19:20~19:40), a fashion talk show exploring the functions and symbolism of royal court attire. A variety of other programs will also be presented, including "The Sounds of Making Hanbok"(Oct 9–10 19:00~21:00), featuring live demonstrations by holders of National Intangible Cultural Heritage. At Changdeokgung Palace, the craft exhibition "Tracing Joseon Space : The Rhythm of Stillness" (Oct 7–11, 10:00~17:00) will be held at Huijeongdang Hall. The exhibition is directed by Baek Jong-hwan, CEO of WGNB. Drawing on the rhythm of traditional wooden architecture and the use of empty space, the exhibition interprets "white" as an aesthetic order defined by emptiness, restraint and harmony. Also, "Awakening the Morning Palace" , a popular program at the festival that invites visitors to experience the palace at daybreak while walking through its halls and the Secret Garden, will be offered twice daily throughout the five-day period. And the first to be presented the "Gyujanggak Chogye Munsin Workshop" (Oct 9–11, 14:30) at Changdeokgung Palace is an interactive history lecture program inspired by the "Chogye Munsin", young civil officials who received special training at Gyujanggak, the royal library and scholarly institution of the late Joseon Dynasty. Virtual history-themed creator "Hyangachi" will host the program, joined by experts from various fields as panelists. Held once a day, each session will explore different topics. After each session, visitors can also take part in "Find Hyangachi," an activity where they search for Hyangachi around Changdeokgung Palace and solve quizzes along the way. At Deoksugung Palace, "From Gwangmu( 光武 ) to Yunghui( 隆熙 )" (Oct 7–11, 10:00~17:00) will be held at Deokhongjeon Hall to mark the 100th anniversary of the passing of Emperor Sunjong and reflect on the history of the Korean imperial family. The program will feature a chronological exhibition on Emperor Sunjong, an AI-powered conversation session, and a historical tour of Deoksugung Palace accompanied by a Jeongisu (traditional storyteller). An academic seminar under the theme "K-Royal Culture Festival as a K-Content Platform" will also be held at Jeonggwanheon Hall. At Junmyeongdang Hall of Deoksugung Palace, the "JunMyeongDang Hall Children's School" (Oct 9–11, 10:00, 13:00, 16:00) will offer a program for children. The program gives children the opportunity to experience royal court etiquette and learn about nature within the palace grounds. All participating children are required to wear hanbok, while a child actor portraying Princess Deokhye will engage them in role-play scenarios designed to create a more immersive experience. The program will be held three times a day and is open to children aged 7 to 10. At Changgyeonggung Palace, "A Time Travel, Changgyeonggung Palace" (Oct 9–10, 12:00, 15:30) will recreate scenes from daily life at the royal court across Myeongjeongmun Gate, Tongmyeongjeon Hall, Haminjeong Pavilion and Munjeongjeon Hall. "Donggowol Jangwonseo" (Oct 7–11 10:00, 14:00, 16:00) , a hands-on traditional horticulture program inspired by Jangwonseo, the government office responsible for landscaping the royal palaces, will also be offered. At Jongmyo Shrine, "Jongmyo Shrine Architectural Expedition" (Oct 10–11, 09:30, 11:30, 14:00, 16:00) will offer a mission-based guided tour for teenager visitors. Participants will explore Hyangdaecheong Hall, Jaegung, Jeongjeon Hall and Yeongnyeongjeon Hall while completing missions such as "Uncover the Secrets of Jeongjeon, the World's longest Wooden Shrine Building" and "Spot the Differences: Jeongjeon vs. Yeongnyeongjeon". Through these activities, participants will discover the stories embedded in Jongmyo Shrine's architecture and spaces. Expanded Opportunities for International Visitors: Dedicated Sessions and Reserved Capacity K-Royal Culture Festival Fall 2026 will expand opportunities for international visitors to experience Korea's national heritage by offering dedicated sessions and reserving a set number of places specifically for them. "Hanbok Royal Banquet (Yeonhyang)" will reserve a total of 800 places for international visitors over two days (400 per day), while the second daily session of "Awakening the Morning Palace" will be conducted in English exclusively for international visitors. A total of 300 seats will also be reserved for international visitors at the special eve performance at Heungnyemun Square of Gyeongbokgung Palace, which will mark the commencement of the festival. "Moonlight Lotus Show", Illuminating Changgyeonggung Palace on Autumn Nights & "Palace Concert: Ballet × Sujecheon" at Gyeongbokgung Palace During the Festival period, partner program "Moonlight Lotus Show at Changgyeonggung Palace" (Oct 7 – Nov 1) will welcome visitors to the Chundangji Pond area. This nighttime media art program combines light and visual projections with the natural scenery around Chundangji Pond, offering visitors a unique way to experience the history and beauty of Changgyeonggung Palace. This fall, a pilot advance reservation system will be introduced to ensure safe operation and reduce crowding. "Moonlight Lotus Show", a media art presentation at Scene 2, Daechundangji Pond, will be open exclusively to visitors with advance reservations. It will run for a total of 20 days, from Wednesday through Sunday each week, with three sessions per day at 19:00, 19:30 and 20:00. Tickets for individual festival programs will go on sale sequentially from the noon of Sep 4 (Fri) and can be booked through Ticketlink (www.ticketlink.co.kr ). Programs for international visitors can be booked through the Korean travel platform Creatrip ( www.creatrip.com ). Tickets for individual festival programs will go on sale sequentially from the noon of Sep 4 (Fri) and can be booked through Ticketlink ( www.ticketlink.co.kr ). Programs for international visitors can be booked through the Korean travel platform Creatrip ( www.creatrip.com ).Tickets for the partner programs "Moonlight Lotus Show at Changgyeonggung Palace" and "Palace Concert - Ballet × Sujecheon" will be available from Sep 11 (Fri). For more information, visit the official K-Royal Culture Festival website ( kh.or.kr/fest ) or Instagram (@royalculturefestival_official). Inquiries can also be made through the Royal Palaces and Tombs Program Call Center (+82 1522-2295), the Ticketlink Call Center (+82 1588-7890), or by email to Creatrip ( help@creatrip.com ). The Royal Palaces and Tombs Center of the Korea Heritage Service and the Korea Heritage Agency will continue to offer diverse programs that capture the unique characteristics of each palace and the beauty of each season, providing visitors with distinctive experiences found only at the K- Royal Culture Festival. Through these efforts, they will further enhance the festival's standing as a leading cultural heritage festival representing the Republic of Korea. Attachment Festival Overview List of Programs Original Programs Reservation-Required Programs Photos. The End. Owner Royal Palaces and Tombs Center Senior Manager Deputy Director An Young- min (02-6450- 3836) [General Management] Royal Palaces Services Planning Division Manager Assistant Deputy Director Choi Jeong-yoon (02-6450- 3834) Manager Curator Song Jin- wook (02-6450- 3835) Owner Gyeongbokgung Palace Management Office, Royal Palaces and Tombs Center Senior Manager Deputy Director Park Ji-ha (02-3700- 3911) Manager Assistant Deputy Director Lee Myung-ha (02-3700- 3917) Changdeokgung Palace Management Office, Royal Palaces and Tombs Center Senior Manager Deputy Director Park Ji- yeon (02-3668- 2341) Manager Assistant Deputy Director Lee Sang- hee (02-3668- 2334) Deoksugung Palace Management Office, Royal Palaces and Tombs Center Senior Manager Director Lee Seung- jae (02-751-0700) Manager Administrative Officer Son Joon-il (02-751-0735) Changgyeonggung Palace Management Office, Royal Palaces and Tombs Center Senior Manager Director Kim Dae- yeol (02-2172- 0100) Manager Assistant Deputy Director Kim Jin- sook (02-2172- 0106) Jongmyo Shrine Management Office, Royal Palaces and Tombs Center Senior Manager Director Kim Yeong- beom (02-2174- 3600) Manager Assistant Deputy Director Kang Soo- min (02-2174- 3622) Owner Royal Palaces Division, Korea Heritage Agency Senior Manager Team Leader Jim Mi- kyung (02-3011- 7720) K-Royal Culture Festival team Manager Senior Associate Lee Joon- ho (02-3011- 7724) Manager Assistant Manager Kim Tae- yeon (02-3011- 7725) (Appendix 1) Festival Overview Festival Overview Event: K-Royal Culture Festival Fall 2026 Dates: Oct 7 (Wed) – Oct 11 (Sun), 2026 / 5 days Venues: Four Royal Palaces (Gyeongbokgung, Changdeokgung, Deoksugung, Changgyeonggung Palaces) and Jongmyo Shrine Hosted / Organized by: Royal Palaces and Tombs Center, Korea Heritage Service / Korea Heritage Agency Festival Poster (Appendix 2) List of Programs Original Programs by K-Royal Culture Festival Category Program Dates (tentative) Participation Original Programs (18 in total) Gyeongbok gung Palace (2) Complex Hanbok Royal Banquet (YeonhyCang) Oct 9 (Fri) - Oct 10 (Sat) 2 days Advance Reservation Performance New K-Royal Culture Festival Special Performance: "KBS Immortal Songs" Oct 6 (Tue) 1 day Advance Reservation Changdeok gung Palace (4) Experience New Tracing Joseon Space : The Rhythm of Stillness Oct 7 (Wed) - Oct 11 (Sun) 5 days On-site Admission Experience Awakening the Morning Palace Oct 7 (Wed) - Oct 11 (Sun) 5 days Advance Reservation Experience New Gyujanggak Chogye Munsin Workshop Oct 9 (Fri) - Oct 11 (Sun) 3 days Advance Reservation Experience Royal Court Games Playroom (Changdeokgung Palace) Oct 7 (Wed) - Oct 11 (Sun) 5 days On-site Admission Deoksu gung Palace (4) Experience JunMyeongDang Hall Children's School Oct 9 (Fri) - Oct 11 (Sun) 3 days Advance Reservation Experience New K-Royal Culture Festival Academic Seminar Oct 11 (Sun) 1 day Advance Reservation Performance Gilnori: Traditional Performance Parade (Deoksugung Palace) Oct 11 (Sun) 1 day On-site Admission Complex Commemorating the 100th Anniversary of the Passing of Emperor Sunjong: From Gwangmu(光武) to Yunghui(隆熙) Oct 7 (Wed) - Oct 11 (Sun) 5 days On-site Admission Changgyeong gung Palace (4) Reconstruction A Time Travel, Changgyeonggung Palace: Royal Palace Daily Life Oct 9 (Fri) - Oct 10 (Sat) 2 days On-site Admission Experience Donggowol Jangwonseo Oct 7 (Wed) - Oct 11 (Sun) 5 days Advance Reservation Experience New You in Hanbok, Walking Through a Painting Oct 7 (Wed) - Oct 11 (Sun) 5 days Advance Reservation Performance Gilnori: Traditional Performance Parade (Changgyeonggung Palace) Oct 10 (Sat) 1 day On-site Admission Jongmyo (1) Experience Jongmyo Shrine Architectural Expedition Oct 10 (Sat) - Oct 11 (Sun) 2 days Advance Reservation Others (2) Experience K-Royal Culture Festival Stamp Tour Oct 7 (Wed) - Oct 11 (Sun) 5 days On-site Admission Experience Palace Pass: Hyangnang Oct 7 (Wed) - Oct 11 (Sun) 5 days Advance Reservation Online (1) Experience Genre Painting For All 2026 Sep 18 (Fri) - Nov 45 days Online Partner Programs Category Program Dates (tentative) Participation Partner Programs (9 in total) Gyeongbokgung Palace (4) Reconstruction Gyeongbokgung Palace Gate Guard Changing Ceremony Oct 7 (Wed) - Oct 11 (Sun) 5 days On-site Admission Performance Palace Concert: Ballet X Sujecheon Oct 2 (Fri) - Oct 5 (Mon) 4 days Advance Reservation Experience Gyeongbokgung Palace, Saenggwabang Oct 7 (Wed) - Oct 11 (Sun) 5 days Advance Reservation Experience Starlight Tour At Gyeongbokgung Palace Oct 7 (Wed) - Oct 11 (Sun) 5 days Advance Reservation Changdeokgung Palace (2) Experience Changdeokgung Palace, Moonlight Tour Oct 8 (Thu) - Oct 11 (Sun) 4 days Advance Reservation Exhibition Seongjeonggak: A Crown Prince's Day — Step by Step, Becoming King Oct 6 (Tue) - Oct 11 (Sun) 6 days On-site Admission Deoksugung Palace (1) Experience Deoksugung Palace, Seokjojeon at Night Oct 7 (Wed) - Oct 11 (Sun) 5 days Advance Reservation Changgyeonggung Palace (1) Experience Changgyeonggung Palace, Moonlight Lotus Show Oct 7 (Wed) - Oct 11 (Sun) 5 days Advance Reservation Jongmyo (1) Reconstruction Gate Guard Patrol Ceremony Oct 9 (Fri) - Oct 11 (Sun) 3 days On-site Admission (Appendix 3) Original Programs Gyeongbokgung Palace [Gyeongbokgung Palace] K-Royal Culture Festival Special Performance: "KBS Immortal Songs" Performance | Advance Reservation | New Dates: Oct 6 (Tue), 17:00 – 21:00 (240 min) / 1 session ※ Scheduled to air on KBS2 on Oct 31 (Sat) Venues: Heungnyemun Square, Gyeongbokgung Palace Participation: Free / Lottery selection * Applications to attend will open on the official KBS "Immortal Songs" website in September Overview: An eve event marking the commencement of K-Royal Culture Festival Fall 2026, to be produced and broadcast as a special episode of the KBS music program "Immortal Songs" Highlights: Hosts: Shin Dong-yup, Kim Jun-hyun, Lee Chan-won Enhancing the global brand value of the K-Royal Culture Festival through original performance content combining K-PALACE, K-HERITAGE and K-POP under the theme "Palaces Awaken the Arts" Creating a global stage for audiences of all generations and from around the world, featuring a diverse lineup of artists ranging from traditional Korean music to K-POP [Gyeongbokgung Palace] Hanbok Royal Banquet (Yeonhyang) Official | Complex | Advance Reservation Dates: Oct 9 (Fri) – Oct 10 (Sat), 19:00–21:00 (120 min) / 1 session per day (2 sessions over 2 days) Venues: Gyeongbokgung Palace (nighttime viewing area) Participation: Free / Advance reservation Overview: An immersive nighttime experience themed around "Hanbok Lifestyle", a National Intangible Cultural Heritage, inviting visitors to enjoy the palace dressed in hanbok Highlights: Exhibition on royal court attire, hanbok fashion talk show, craft demonstrations by holders of National Intangible Cultural Heritage, traditional arts and audience-participation performances, hands-on experiences with hanbok accessories [Gyeongbokgung Palace – Partner Program) Palace Concert: Ballet × Sujecheon Performance | Advance Reservation Dates: Oct 2 (Fri) - Oct 5 (Mon) Venues: Jibokhae Hall, Gyeongbokgung Palace Overview: A crossover performance bringing together Korean royal court music and Western court dance of ballet Highlights: Artistic Director: Jo Ju-hyun (Professor, Department of Dance Performance, School of Dance, Korea National University of Arts) Music Directors: Shin Hyun-sik (Director, Ensemble Sinawi), Lim Young-ho (Director, Yeonhui Company "YouHee") Performers: K-Arts Ballet, Sujecheon Project, Yeonhui Company "YouHee" Changdeokgung Palace [Changdeokgung Palace] Tracing Joseon Space : The Rhythm of Stillness Guided | Exhibition | On-site Admission | New Dates: Oct 7 (Wed) - Oct 11 (Sun), 10:00 - 17:00 (Ongoing) / 5 days Venues: Huijeongdang Hall, Changdeokgung Palace Participation: Free / On-site admission (limited on-site reservation available) Overview: A craft exhibition exploring the spatial aesthetics of Joseon held at Huijeongdang Hall Highlights: Exhibition Director: Baek Jong-hwan (CEO of WGNB; recipient of the 2025 Seoul Architecture Award) Exhibits: Approximately 60 works, including pieces by holders of National Intangible Cultural Heritage, contemporary craftworks that reinterpret traditional craftsmanship [Changdeokgung Palace] Awakening the Morning Palace Experience | Advance Reservation Dates: Oct 7 (Wed) – Oct 11 (Sun), 07:30–, 08:00– (120 min) / 2 sessions per day (10 sessions over 5 days) * Session 1: Korean visitors (Korean) / Session 2: International visitors (English) Venues: Changdeokgung Palace (including the Secret Garden) Participation: Paid (KRW 10,000 per person) / Advance reservation Overview: A guided walking tour offering visitors an opportunity to enjoy the morning scenery of Changdeokgung Palace Highlights: Guides: Session 1: Seong Sang-woo (Architect) / Session 2: Oh Gyeong-ju (Former Heritage Guide at Changdeokgung Palace) Tour route: (Sesson 1) Geumcheongyo Bridge – Injeongjeon Hall – Seonjeongjeon Hall – Huijeongdang Hall – Seongjeonggak Hall – Buyongji Pond Area – Aeryeonji Pond Area – Yeongyeongdang Hall – Gwallamji Pond Area (Session 2) Geumcheongyo Bridge – Injeongjeon Hall – Daejojeon Hall – Huijeongdang Hall – Nakseonjae Complex – Buyongji Pond Area – Aeryeonji Pond Area – Yeongyeongdang Hall – Gwallamji Pond Area [Changdeokgung Palace] Gyujanggak Chogye Munsin Workshop Experience | Advance Reservation | New Dates: Oct 9 (Fri) – Oct 11 (Sun), 14:30 – 15:40 (70 min) / 1 session per day (3 sessions over 3 days) Venues: Gyujanggak, Changdeokgung Palace Participation: Free / Advance reservation Overview: An interactive history lecture program led by virtual history-themed creator "Hyangachi" together with expert panelists Highlights: Program Schedule Category Details Oct 9 (Day 1) Theme Hunminjeongeum and Songs of Joy, Anger, Sorrow and Pleasure Moderator VTuber Hyangachi Panelist Shin Seong-hwan (Professor, Department of Korean Language and Literature, Chung-Ang University) Content A contemporary and accessible exploration of the purpose behind the creation of Hunminjeongeum and Korean "Sijo" poetry Oct 10 (Day 2) Theme First Steps for New Officials: Preparing a Royal Palace Banquet Moderator VTuber Hyangachi Panelist Hong Hyeon-do (Curator, Seoul Museum of History) Content An introduction to royal banquets (jinyeon) held at the Joseon court, with storytelling centered on the banquet preparations and procedures documented in the Uigwe Oct 11 (Day 3) Theme Joseon Had Its Own Photo Ops Moderator VTuber Hyangachi Panelist Kim Min-gyu (Expert Advisor, Cultural Heritage Committee) Content An accessible introduction to Joseon painting through storytelling, focusing on "Jingyeong Sansuhwa" (true-view landscape painting) and genre painting, which flourished during the late Joseon period [Changdeokgung Palace] Royal Court Games Playroom Experience | On-site Admission Dates: Oct 7 (Wed) – Oct 11 (Sun), 10:00 – 17:00 (Ongoing) / 5 days Venues: Open area in front of Nakseonjae Hall Participation: Free / On-site admission Overview: Small-scale hands-on activities and events with the festival's "Goong-ee Doong-ee" volunteers Highlights: Volunteer-led activities including "Beat Goong-ee Doong-ee", "Palace Quiz", "Picture of the Day at Palace"' Exhibition of winning entries from the K-Royal Culture Festival AI Video Contest "The Man Who Lives with the King" Deoksugung Palace [Deoksugung Palace] JunMyeongDang Hall Children's School Experience | Advance Reservation + On-site Admission | Children Dates: Oct 9 (Fri) – Oct 11 (Sun), 10:00, 13:00, 16:00 (90 min) / 3 sessions per day (9 sessions over 3 days) Venues: Junmyeongdang Hall, Deoksugung Palace Participants: Children aged 7–10 (born 2016–2019) Participation: Paid (KRW 5,000 per person) / Advance reservation (limited on-site admission available) Overview: A hands-on royal education experience at Junmyeongdang Hall, where Princess Deokhye received her education Highlights: Educational activities based on historical records of Princess Deokhye's education at the Korean imperial court Role-play scenarios featuring a child actor as Princess Deokhye, designed to engage children and enhance immersion [Deoksugung Palace] K-Royal Culture Festival Academic Seminar Experience | Advance Reservation | New Dates: Oct 11 (Sun), 14:00 – 15:30 (90 min) / 1 session Venues: Jeonggwanheon Hall, Deoksugung Palace Participants: Professionals of cultural heritage, festival and tourism, researchers, general visitors aged 13 and above Participation: Free / Advance reservation Overview: A small-scale academic seminar for national heritage content planners and aspiring planners, held in conjunction with a research project on the development of programs for international visitors to the K-Royal Culture Festival Highlights: Theme: "K-Royal Culture Festival as a K-Content Platform" Category Content Presenter Opening Opening Remarks and Introduction of Participants Lee Han-ho (Moderator) CEO, Juice Company Project Presentation Key Findings and Future Directions from the "2026 Research on the Development of Programs for International Visitors to the K-Royal Culture Festival" Hwang Tae-hee Senior Research Manager, Juice Company Featured Talks [1] "Reimagining the Royal Palaces through AI and K- Media Art" Lee Lee-nam Media Artist [2] "Royal Palaces Created Together with the World: The Future of Cultural Heritage" Oh Hee-young CEO, Just Peace Foundation [3] "Royal Palaces Embrace K-Dramas and Films" Yoo Dong-hwan Professor, Department of Cultural Contents, Konkuk University Discussion General Discussion and Q&A Closing Closing Remarks [Deoksugung Palace] Commemorating the 100th Anniversary of the Passing of Emperor Sunjong: From Gwangmu(光武) to Yunghui(隆熙) Complex | On-site Admission Dates: Oct 7 (Wed) - Oct 11 (Sun), 10:00 - 17:00 (Ongoing) / 5 days Venues: Deokhongjeon Hall, Deoksugung Palace and others Participation: Free / On-site admission Overview: An exhibition and hands-on program marking the 100th anniversary of the passing of Emperor Sunjong, revisiting the Korean imperial family's efforts to safeguard Korea's sovereignty and independence Highlights: Deokhongjeon Hall: Special exhibition commemorating the 100th Anniversary of the Passing of Emperor Sunjong: From Gwangmu(光武) to Yunghui(隆熙) Jeong-dong Area: Guided historical tour of Deoksugung Palace with a Jeongisu (traditional storyteller) [Deoksugung Palace] Gilnori: Traditional Performance Parade Performance | On-site Admission Dates: Oct 11 (Sun), 14:00-, 16:00- (50 min) / 2 sessions per day Venues: Throughout Deoksugung Palace Participation: Free / On-site admission Overview: A lively traditional street procession bringing festive energy to the festival grounds Highlights: Gijeopnori (flag performance), lion dance, janggu dance, sogo dance, Samulnori Changgyeonggung Palace [Changgyeonggung Palace] A Time Travel, Changgyeonggung Palace: Royal Palace Daily Life Guided | Reconstruction | On-site Admission Dates: Oct 9 (Fri) – Oct 10 (Sat), 12:00–, 15:30– (120 min) / 2 sessions per day (4 sessions over 2 days) Venues: Throughout Changgyeonggung Palace Overview: Small-scale reenactments of everyday life at the Joseon royal court Highlights: Director: Song Jae-seong (Former Director of Cultural Events for "Cheong Wa Dae, Back to the People") Program Schedule (tentative): Venue Highlights Schedule Running Time Session 1 Session 2 Myeongjeongmun Gate [Compassion] Immun Hyulminui (臨門恤民儀): A Heart for the People King Yeongjo personally composes the "Immun Hyulminui" and appears before Myeongjeongmun Gate with the crown prince to comfort the people and distribute grain. 13:00 15:30 20 min Tongmyeongjeon Hall [Remembrance] A Royal Conception Dream: The Beginning of a New Life At the Queen Dowager's quarters, the story looks back on the conception dream of Crown Prince Sado and the birth of King Jeongjo, portraying the arrival of new life through dance and performance. 13:30 16:00 25 min Haminjeong Pavilion [Talent] The King Welcomes New Talent Ahead of their audience with the king, officials of the Ministry of Rites inspect the successful civil service examination candidates. The king then welcomes and commends the newly appointed officials, followed by a celebratory banquet. 14:00 16:30 25 min Munjeongjeon Hall [Artists] The Birth of a New Royal Court Art Officials of Jangwonseo and female court performers welcome visitors and introduce a new royal court dance (Jeongjae) created by Crown Prince Hyomyeong. A performance of the newly created Jeongjae showcases the elegance of royal court arts. 14:30 17:00 25 min [Changgyeonggung Palace] Donggowol Jangwonseo Experience | Advance Reservation + On-site Admission | Seniors Dates: Dates: Oct 7 (Wed) – Oct 11 (Sun), 10:00–, 14:00–, 16:00– (60 min each) / 3 sessions per day (15 sessions over 5 days) Venues: Education Hall inside the Grand Greenhouse, Changgyeonggung Palace Participants: Seniors (aged 60 and above) *Applies to advance-reservation programs Participation: Paid (KRW 10,000 per person) / Advance reservation (limited on-site admission available) Overview: A hands-on traditional horticulture experience with flowers and plants inspired by Jangwonseo, the government office responsible for landscaping the royal palaces Highlights: Category Main Program Related Activities Program Cultivating My Own Little Garden Flowers of Jangwonseo Participants Advance reservation holders On-site participants Time 10:00 – 17:00 (3 scheduled sessions) 10:00 – 17:00 (Ongoing) Venue Education Hall inside the Grand Greenhouse Side Garden of the Grand Greenhouse Program Details A hands-on flower and plant experience exploring the traditional horticultural culture of Jangwonseo and the royal palaces, where participants create and cultivate their own small garden (won, 苑) Making paper flower bouquets inspired by flowers and plants documented in historical records of Jangwonseo [Changgyeonggung Palace, Changdeokgung Palace] You in Hanbok, Walking Through a Painting Experience | Advance Reservation | New Dates: Oct 7 (Wed) – Oct 11 (Sun), 09:20, 09:50, 10:20, 13:20, 13:50 (160 min) / 5 sessions per day (25 sessions over 5 days) Venues: Changgyeonggung Palace (Yanghwadang Hall, Gyeongchunjeon Hall), Changdeokgung Palace (Royal Infirmary, Secret Garden), and other locations Overview: An immersive tour program where participants dress in traditional hanbok and enjoy a palace date itinerary Participation: Paid (KRW 15,000 per pair / Advance reservation) Highlights: [1] Change into hanbok ≫ [2] Experience at your own pace ≫ [3] Events for experiences ≫ [4] Change back into everyday clothes .Traditional hanbok fitting and hairstyling experience (Yanghwadang Hall and Gyeongchunjeon Hall, Changgyeonggung Palace) .Self-guided visit * Recommended route provided .Digital painting album experience .Royal refreshments experience (Royal Infirmary, Changdeokgung Palace) .Change back into everyday clothes (Yanghwadang Hall and Gyeongchunjeon Hall, Changgyeonggung Palace) [Changgyeonggung Palace] Gilnori: Traditional Performance Parade Performance | On-site Admission Dates: Oct 10 (Sat), 11:00–, 14:30– (50 min each) / 2 sessions Venues: Throughout Changgyeonggung Palace Participation: Free / On-site admission Overview: A lively traditional street procession bringing festive energy to the festival grounds Highlights: Gijeopnori (flag performance), lion dance, janggu dance, sogo dance, Samulnori [Changgyeonggung Palace – Partner Program) Moonlight Lotus Show at Changgyeonggung Palace Experience | Advance Reservation Dates: Oct 7 (Wed) - Oct 11 (Sun) Venues: Chundangji Pond Area, Changgyeonggung Palace Participation: Paid (KRW 1,000 per person) / Advance reservation (limited on-site admission available) Overview: A self-guided program combining media art, performances and light-themed installations throughout the Chundangji Pond area Highlights: Category Theme Details Scene 1 Flow of Conversation (Entrance Path) Presentation The journey back in time begins as lights among the trees illuminate in sequence. Meaning Hwa (話), meaning "conversation": a journey back in time to Changgyeonggung Palace of the past Scene 2 Moonlight Lotus Show (Daechundangji Pond) *Media Art Presentation Presentation A panoramic screen formed by the surrounding trees, with the water serving as a reflective surface Meaning Hwa (花), meaning "flower": flowers of harmony and coexistence bloom in light upon the water Featured Works From Honghwa to Chundang (2021, 8 min) Moonlight Lotus Show at Changgyeonggung Palace (2023, 8 min) Scene 3 Light of the White Pine (White Pine Tree) Presentation Light created through tree illumination Meaning Hwa (畵), meaning "painting": recalling the splendor and grandeur of Changgyeonggung Palace Scene 4 Light of Harmony (Grand Greenhouse) Presentation Lighting using illuminated trees and ground-projected gobo patterns Meaning Hwa (華), meaning "splendor": the light of tradition and modernity coexisting beyond the pain of history Scene 5 Breath of Water (Sochundangji Pond) *Media Art Presentation Presentation A panoramic screen formed by the surrounding trees, with the water serving as a reflective surface Meaning Hwa (婲), meaning "beauty": memories and emotions of joy, anger, sorrow and pleasure embedded in Changgyeonggung Palace Featured Works Breath of Water (2023, 3 min 37 sec) / Continuous screening Scene 6 Light of Peace (Walking Path) Presentation A tunnel of light created using garden lasers Meaning Hwa (訸), meaning "peace": healing and transcending conflict and discord Scene 7 Honghwa in Waterlight (Pathway 1) Presentation Rippling waves of light flowing along the path, created with ground-projected gobo lighting Meaning Hwa (和), meaning "harmony": the spirit of harmony and renewal at Changgyeonggung Palace Scene 8 The Eternal Palace (Pathway 2) Presentation Rippling waves of light flowing along the path, created with ground-projected gobo lighting Meaning Hwa (化), meaning "transformation": returning to the present accompanied by the palace's radiant and harmonious energy Jongmyo [Jongmyo] Jongmyo Shrine Architectural Expedition Experience | Advance Reservation | Teenagers Dates: Oct 10 (Sat) – Oct 11 (Sun), 09:30–, 11:30–, 14:00–, 16:00– (60 min each) / 4 sessions per day (8 sessions over 2 days) Venues: Throughout Jongmyo Shrine Young visitors aged 11–18 (born 2008–2015) Participation: Paid (KRW 5,000 per person) / Advance reservation Overview: A mission-based guided tour exploring the architecture and stories of the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Jongmyo Shrine Highlights: Category Venue Details Introduction & Orientation [1] In front of Jidang Pond ⦁Introduction to Jongmyo Shrine and traditional Korean architecture, followed by an overview of the missions ⦁Division into groups and mission instructions (activity sheets provided) Main Program [2] Hyangdaecheong Hall ⦁Learn about Mangmyoru Pavilion and the Shrine to King Gongmin, then find ritual objects at Hyangdaecheong Hall and discover the purpose of each [3] Jaegung ⦁Explore the functions and role of Jaegung, a secluded space enclosed by walls [4] Jeongjeon Hall ⦁Mission: Uncover the secret of the world's longest wooden shrine building, expanded from 7 to 19 bays! [5] Yeongnyeongjeon Hall ⦁Mission: Spot the Differences: Jeongjeon vs. Yeongnyeongjeon Wrap-up [6] Akgongcheong ⦁Review the activities and share reflections on the experience General Programs [General] K-Royal Culture Festival Stamp Tour Experience | On-site Admission Dates: Oct 7 (Wed) – Oct 11 (Sun), 09:00–18:00 (Ongoing) / 5 days Venues: Four Royal Palaces and Jongmyo Shrine Participation: Free / On-site admission Overview: A K-Royal Culture Festival stamp tour connecting the Four Royal Palaces and Jongmyo Shrine Highlights: Participants pick up a stamp book at the Festival information desk, visit designated tour spots at the royal palaces and Jongmyo Shrine, and collect stamps to complete the mission. Commemorative gifts available on a first-come, first-served basis upon completion. [General] Palace Pass: Hyangnang Experience | Advance Reservation Dates: Oct 7 (Wed) – Oct 11 (Sun) / 5 days Venues: Four Royal Palaces and Jongmyo Shrine Participation: Advance reservation Overview: A special festival pass that also serves as a souvenir, offering unlimited admission to the Four Royal Palaces and Jongmyo Shrine throughout the Festival period Highlights: Unlimited admission to the Four Royal Palaces and Jongmyo Shrine * Excludes nighttime admission to Gyeongbokgung Palace and admission to the Secret Garden at Changdeokgung Palace One complimentary drink voucher for the palace coffee shop "K-Heritage Store" [Online] Genre Painting For All 2026 Hanbok | Online | Experience Dates: Sep 18 (Fri) – Nov 1 (Sun), 10:00 – 24:00 (Ongoing) / 45 days Venues: Online ("Genre Painting for All" website / pungsokdo.com) Participation: Free / Online Overview: An interactive online program where participants create their own Joseon-era characters Highlights: Participants visit the website and create their own characters by selecting and combining different poses, costumes and facial expressions (Appendix 4) Reservation-Required Programs Overview of Advance Reservation Tickets Open: Sep 4 (Fri) 2026, from 12:00 / Ticketlink ( ticketlink.co.kr ) Ticket Inquiries: Ticketlink Call Center (+82 1588-7890) Advance Reservation Schedule No. Program Booking Opens Venues Dates Price (per person) Age 1 Hanbok Royal Banquet (Yeonhyang) Sep 4 (Fri) 12:00 Throughout Gyeongbokgung Palace (nighttime viewing area) Oct 9 (Fri) – Oct 10 (Sat) Free Ages 7+ 2 Palace Pass: Hyangnang Sep 4 (Fri) 12:00 Four Royal Palaces and Jongmyo Shrine Oct 7 (Wed) – Oct 11 (Sun) KRW 12,000 All ages 3 Awakening the Morning Palace Sep 4 (Fri) 14:00 Changdeokgung Palace (including the Secret Garden) Oct 7 (Wed) – Oct 11 (Sun) KRW 10,000 Ages 7+ 4 Gyujanggak Chogye Munsin Workshop Sep 4 (Fri) 14:00 Gyujanggak and Geomseocheong, Changdeokgung Palace Oct 9 (Fri) – Oct 11 (Sun) Free Ages 13+ 5 JunMyeongDang Hall Children's School Sep 4 (Fri) 14:00 Jungmyeongjeon Hall, Deoksugung Palace Oct 9 (Fri) – Oct 11 (Sun) KRW 5,000 Ages 7-10 6 Donggowol Jangwonseo Sep 4 (Fri) 15:00 Education Hall, Grand Greenhouse, Changgyeonggung Palace Oct 7 (Wed) – Oct 11 (Sun) KRW 10,000 Ages 60+ 7 You in Hanbok, Walking Through a Painting Sep 4 (Fri) 15:00 Throughout Changgyeonggung and Changdeokgung Palaces Oct 7 (Wed) – Oct 11 (Sun) KRW 15,000 Ages 19+ 8 Jongmyo Shrine Architectural Expedition Sep 4 (Fri) 16:00 Throughout Jongmyo Shrine Oct 10 (Sat) – Oct 11 (Sun) KRW 5,000 Ages 11-18 9 K-Royal Culture Festival Academic Seminar Sep 4 (Fri) 16:00 Jeonggwanheon Hall, Deoksugung Palace Oct 11 (Sun) Free Ages 13+ 10 (Partner Program) Moonlight Lotus Show at Changgyeonggung Palace Sep 11 (Fri) 11:00 Chundangji Pond Area, Changgyeonggung Palace Oct 7 (Wed) – Nov 1 (Sun) KRW 1,000 (Up to 4 tickets per person) Ages 7+ 11 (Partner Program) Palace Concert: Ballet × Sujecheon Sep 11 (Fri) 17:00 Jibokjae Hall, Gyeongbokgung Palace Oct 2 (Fri) – Oct 5 (Mon) KRW 20,000 Ages 7+ Advance Reservation Schedule for International Visitor Programs Booking Opens: Sep 4 (Fri) 2026, from 12:00 / Creatrip ( www.creatrip.com) Booking Inquiries: help@creatrip.com No. Program Booking Opens Venues Dates Price Age 1 Hanbok Royal Banquet (Yeonhyang) Sep 4 (Fri) 12:00 Changdeokgung Palace (including the Secret Garden) Oct 9 (Fri) – Oct 10 (Sat) Free Ages 7+ 2 Awakening the Morning Palace Sep 4 (Fri) 14:00 Changdeokgung Palace (including the Secret Garden) Oct 7 (Wed) – Oct 11 (Sun) KRW 10,000 Ages 7+ 3 (Partner Program) Palace Concert: Ballet × Sujecheon Sep 11 (Fri) 17:00 Jibokjae Hall, Gyeongbokgung Palace Oct 2 (Fri) – Oct 5 (Mon) KRW 20,000 Ages 7+ CONTACT: Ahn Young-min Tel. 822-6450-3836 Choe Jeong-yun Tel. 822-6450-3834 Cha Ji-eun Tel. 822-6450-3838
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