Damyang National Heritage Night Walk

담양 국가유산야행

On a mysterious October night, Damyang's heritage comes alive through an immersive exploration centered on the Gwanbang Forest, the Namsan five-story pagoda, and the Seokdangggan mast. Street theater vividly recounts the tale of Seongbu, the monk who established the historic forest, while an outdoor opera celebrates Yi Nal-chi, a celebrated court musician of Joseon. Intimate talk concerts blend piano melodies with nocturnal storytelling, complemented by scholarly lectures on cultural heritage. Guided heritage walks, dynamic performances featuring the legendary sorcerer Jeon Woo-chi, and a local night market create a comprehensive experience of Damyang's rich historical tapestry.

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Dates: Oct 9, 2026 → Oct 10, 2026
Venue: 37 Gaeksa-7-gil, Damyang-eup, Damyang-gun, Gwangju-Jeonnam Special Metropolitan City · 🎨 Jeonnam-Gwangju
Price: Paid
Ticketing: Official event site

Practical information

Opening hours: 17:00~22:00
Exact location: Gwanbang Jerim
Organiser: Cultural Heritage Administration, Gwangju-Jeonnam Special Metropolitan Region, Damyang County
Phone: 061-381-7426

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🎟️ How to book — Official event site

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Most regional festivals are free entry
Korean municipalities fund a huge number of free festivals (flowers, food, light shows) — free entry is the norm, not the exception, sometimes with paid stalls or activities on site.
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Call 1330 when in doubt
Korea's tourism hotline answers in English, Chinese and Japanese, 24/7 — handy for confirming a time or address when the official site is Korean-only.

💡 Good to know

When a price shows as "see details", the organiser simply hasn't published one in advance: in almost all of those cases entry is free and only some on-site activities are paid. Bring a little cash — many stalls don't take cards.