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Yeon Deung Hoe

Yeon Deung Hoe Ended

May 16, 2026 – May 17, 2026 · Seoul

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This festival has ended — many return annually, so it may come back next year. See current festivals in Seoul or plan around your dates.
DatesMay 16, 2026 – May 17, 2026
VenueArea of Jongno
Address99 Jong-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul
AdmissionFree
Hours11:00-23:00
Contact+82-2-2011-1740
Websitewww.llf.or.kr

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About

Started approximately 1,200 years ago during the Silla dynasty and continued through the Goryeo Yeon Deung Hoe and Joseon lantern festival, the Yeon Deung Hoe Festival is a traditional festival registered as an Intangible Cultural Heritage and UNESCO Masterpiece of the Oral and Intangible Heritage of Humanity. The lanterns at Yeon Deung Hoe Festival brighten the heart and the world!

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