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Sejong Hangeul Festival

Korean name: 세종한글축제

Oct 9 (Fri) ~ Oct 11 (Sun)

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① Before you go

What to check before your trip.

Dates: Oct 9 (Fri) ~ Oct 11 (Sun)
Hours: 11:00~21:00
Admission: Free
Venue: Sejong Lake Park, Sejong Central Park
Organizer: Sejong Special Self-Governing City
Contact: +82-44-850-0591~0594
Official site: https://sjfestival.kr/

② When you're here

What it's about, and food and stays around the venue.

About

The Sejong Hangeul Festival is the only festival in Korea dedicated to Hangeul, the Korean alphabet. Held every year around Hangeul Day, it is Sejong City’s signature celebration of the Korean writing system. Launched in 2013, the festival honors the vision behind King Sejong’s creation of Hangeul. In 2025, it was renamed the Sejong Hangeul Festival from its former name, the Sejong Festival. The festival brings the beauty and creativity of Hangeul to life through performances, exhibitions, and hands-on programs with a fresh, contemporary touch. Open to visitors of all ages and nationalities, it offers an easy and engaging way to experience the appeal of Hangeul and the spirit of King Sejong …

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③ Discover Korea

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