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Gwanak Gang Gam-chan Festival

Gwanak Gang Gam-chan Festival D-9

Oct 16, 2026 – Oct 18, 2026 · Seoul

DatesOct 16, 2026 – Oct 18, 2026
VenueNakseongdae Park
Address77 Nakseongdae-ro, Gwanak-gu, Seoul
AdmissionFree
Hours13:00-21:00
Contact+82-2-828-5765
Official sitewww.ggcfest.com ↗

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The Gwanak Gang Gam-chan Festival is a historical and cultural event held to honor the patriotic spirit of General Gang Gam-chan, a famous general from the Goryeo Dynasty. The festival is known for its impressive night events, fitting for the location named after a falling star, and features a variety of parades and performances. ◎ Gang Gam-chan and Nakseongdae General Gang Gam-chan of Goryeo is said to have been born at the place where the fourth star of the Big Dipper fell. This place is called Nakseongdae, which means “the place where the star fell.”

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