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Seongju Chamoe Melon & Life Culture Festival

Seongju Chamoe Melon & Life Culture Festival Ended

May 14, 2026 – May 17, 2026 · Gyeongbuk

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This festival has ended — many return annually, so it may come back next year. See current festivals in Gyeongbuk or plan around your dates.
DatesMay 14, 2026 – May 17, 2026
VenueSeongbak Forest
Address30 Seongbaksup-gil, Seongju-eup, Seongju-gun, Gyeongsangbuk-do
AdmissionFree (some programs paid)
Hours10:00–21:00
Contact054-930-6982~3
Websitewww.sj.go.kr

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About

Seongju grows most of Korea's chamoe (the yellow oriental melon), and its festival in the ancient Seongbak Forest — beside the royal placenta shrine of King Sejong's princes — pairs melon tastings, auctions, and lounges with life-themed walks under 500-year-old willows.

Description translated from official Korean tourism data. Details can change — verify with the organizer before you go.

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Photos: Korea Tourism Organization

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