Immerse Yourself in Autumn at the Cheonripo Arboretum Festival
Get ready for a vibrant celebration of autumn at the 2024 Cheonripo Arboretum Autumn Festival! From October 19th to November 3rd, experience the beauty of the season with a unique blend of nature, literature, and music. This 16-day festival offers something for everyone, so mark your calendars and prepare for an unforgettable autumn escape.
A Harvest of Books at the Cheonripo Arboretum Chaekbaseum (October 19th-20th)
Kicking off the festival is the first-ever arboretum book fair, the "2024 Cheonripo Arboretum Chaekbaseum" (Chaekbaseum, meaning "book harvest" in the Chungcheongnam-do dialect). Browse unique books and goods from around 50 independent publishers, producers, and writers across the country. Don’t miss the chance to connect with authors and discover literary treasures you won’t find anywhere else.
Engage with Renowned Authors:
- October 19th: Join author Jeong Se-rang (known for The School Nurse Files and From the Gaze) for a book talk on "To be able to like what you like even more". Also, meet birdwatching YouTuber "Saedeokhu" (with 480,000 subscribers!) and ecological photographer/mushroom enthusiast Park Sang-young.
- October 20th: Meet children’s book author Ahn Mi-ran, author of the 2024 recommended book for elementary school students, Would you like to come into the Dokdo Sea?.
Music, Movies, and More!
Enjoy Captivating Performances:
- October 20th: Groove to the music of "Kim Ban-jang and Saenggibokdeok" against the stunning backdrop of the autumn arboretum.
Experience a Late-Night Film Festival (October 19th):
As the sun sets over the West Sea, enjoy a captivating lineup of films:
- Sanctuary: A documentary about wildlife protection.
- Seasons Passing Through the Trees: An animation celebrating the beauty of trees.
- I Will Bow Down More: A movie exploring the life of a publishing house editor.
Explore Engaging Activities:
- Flea Market: Discover unique treasures and local crafts.
- Experience Booths: Participate in interactive activities for all ages.
- Secret Garden Walk with a Gardener: Gain insider knowledge and explore hidden gems within the arboretum.
- Fruit Exhibition: Admire the bounty of the season.
- Autumn Photo Zones: Capture stunning memories against the vibrant fall foliage.
Exclusive Book Fair Goods Package
Enhance your Chaekbaseum experience with the exclusive goods package! This package includes free access to the Cheonripo Arboretum during the book fair (October 19th-20th) and special items like a Charlie Fusmorgan dinosaur character keyring. Pre-order now on Naver and enjoy a 10% discount!
Plan Your Visit
ποΈ Dates: October 19th – November 3rd, 2024 (Chaekbaseum: October 19th-20th)
π Address: 187 Cheonlipo 1-gil, Taean-gun, Chungcheongnam-do
π° Admission:
- Adult: 11,000 won (10,000 won when booked through Naver)
- Discounted: 8,000 won (Middle/High school students, people with mild disabilities, national merit recipients)
- Special Discount: 6,000 won (Ages 36 months – Elementary school students, Taean residents)
π Contact: 041-672-9982
π₯οΈ Website: www.chollipo.org
ποΈ Accommodation: Find hotels near the event
