Sejong Jeongwol Daeboreum National Kite-flying Contest (2025 세종시 정월대보름 전국 연날리기 대회)

Held in Sejong City to mark Jeongwol Daeboreum — the first full moon of the lunar new year — this national kite-flying contest draws competitors and spectators from across Korea. The event celebrates a centuries-old Korean tradition of flying yeon (연), traditional handmade kites, as a way to send away misfortune and welcome good luck for the year ahead. Visitors can watch skilled kite-flyers compete in various categories, try flying traditional kites themselves, and experience the communal atmosphere of one of Korea's most beloved seasonal folk customs. The open-air riverside setting in Sejong provides ample space and typically favorable winter winds.