Dive into the Seongnam Festival: Where Tech Meets Art!

🗓️ October 5th – 13th, 2024

Get ready for an unforgettable experience at the second annual Seongnam Festival! This year, we’re breaking down the barriers between digital and analog, blurring the lines between performance and exhibition. Prepare to be immersed in a world of cutting-edge technology and artistic innovation, all set against the backdrop of Seongnam, a city renowned for its advanced science and vibrant culture. Become a part of the story, interact with the art, and create your own unique festival journey.

What Awaits You?

1. Grand Opening Ceremony:

   • When & Where: Saturday, October 5th, 6:30 PM at the Bundang Central Park Outdoor Concert Hall.
   • What to Expect: Witness the magic unfold as Seongnam’s finest artists, from the Bundang Chamber Orchestra to the ‘Areumdeuri’ children’s choir, unite to form the Festival Orchestra. The celebration continues with an electrifying park concert featuring Kim Wan-sun, Dynamic Duo, and Wonstein!

2. Immersive Emotions with Disney:

   • When & Where: Friday, October 11th – Sunday, October 13th, 2:00 PM – 8:00 PM at the Tancheon Main Event Venue.
   • What to Expect: Step into the captivating world of "Inside Out 2" in collaboration with Disney Korea! Linked to Disney’s global "Disney Reads Day" campaign, this immersive experience blends exhibitions and performances, allowing you to explore diverse cultures, arts, and cutting-edge technology. Journey through nine unique zones and eleven new programs featuring your favorite "Inside Out 2" characters and discover the vibrant spirit of Seongnam!

3. Tancheon Main Event Venue Highlights:

   • ① AI Event Stage & Seongnam Tech Play: (October 11th-13th, 2:00 PM – 8:00 PM) Explore the future with AI/Robot Baduk, e-sports, generative AI, virtual sports, virtual shooting, care robots, and UAM experiences.
   • ② Food & Healing Station: (October 11th-13th, 2:00 PM – 8:00 PM) Indulge in delicious festival food and enjoy live open mic and busking performances.
   • ③ Kayak Experience: (October 12th-13th, 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM) Paddle down the Tancheon! (On-site first-come, first-served registration required).

4. Local Artist Showcase:

   • When & Where: Sunday, October 6th – Sunday, October 13th (Dates and times vary by location) at Bundang-gu Office Cultural Street, Pangyo Content Street, Seongnam Arts Center, Huimangdae Neighborhood Park Outdoor Concert Hall, and the Tancheon Main Event Venue.
   • What to Expect: Experience the talent of Seongnam’s local artists with performances by the Korea Junior Big Band, Blue Dance Theater 2, Seongnam Eumusul Jib Teo Daji Gi Preservation Society, DSV SOUND, KUNST, Atti Classic, and Yeonhui Workshop Eummagenggaeng.

5. More Festival Fun:

   • ① Picnic Concert: (Tuesday, October 8th, 7:30 PM at Eulji University Seongnam Campus Playground) Rock out with legendary Korean bands ‘Boohwal’ and ‘Jeon In-kwon Band’.
   • ② Sarangbang Culture Club Festival: (Saturday, October 12th, 1:00 PM – 8:00 PM at Bundang Central Park Outdoor Concert Hall) Enjoy diverse performances, busking, exhibitions, and interactive booths.
   • ③ Wirye Community Culture Festival: (Saturday, October 12th, 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM at Wirye Storybox Area) Immerse yourself in community spirit with performances, exhibitions, parades, participatory play, and 3D one-day classes.

Festival Details:

📍 Location: Yatap-dong, Bundang-gu, Seongnam-si, Gyeonggi-do

🛏️ Accommodation:

💰 Fee: Free

📞 Contact: 031-783-8000

⭐️ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/seongnamfestival/

🖥️ Website: www.snart.or.kr/festival