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Gangwon

강릉단오제

강릉단오제 is a seasonal festival in Korea — check official dates and program before you visit.

FESTSTAGELimited-time festival — plan around the datesMountains + east coast — Korea's outdoor heart

Why go

Gangneung Dano Festival is an annual celebration rooted in Korea's traditional spring holiday observed during the fifth lunar month. The festival features outdoor rituals, performances, and folk games centered on the local Nangnim Shrine area. Visitors encounter traditional music, dance, and community activities that reflect rural customs of the Gangneung region. The event draws both domestic and international tourists seeking to experience tangible Korean cultural heritage. Held primarily in late May or June, the festival maintains traditional formats while welcoming contemporary audiences to participate in ancestral observances and seasonal merriment.

Quick highlights

  • Celebrates Korea's traditional spring Dano holiday with local rituals
  • Features traditional music, dance, and folk performances
  • Visitors participate in community games and seasonal activities
  • Held annually in May or June at Nangnim Shrine
  • Reflects rural Gangneung cultural heritage and ancestral customs

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