Light Up Your New Year’s Eve with Fireworks at Sampo Beach!

Ring in 2025 with a dazzling fireworks display over the stunning Sampo Beach in Goseong, Gangwon-do! This free New Year’s Eve celebration, presented by Ocean2you, offers more than just a spectacular show. Join us on December 31st in front of Sampo Beach and ignite your hopes for the new year.

This year, we’re adding a unique twist to the festivities. Write down your New Year’s wishes, place them in a provided gourd, and then participate in a fun gourd-breaking event! It’s a symbolic way to release the past and embrace the possibilities of the future.

🗓️ Date: December 31st, 2024

📍 Location: Sampo Beach, 9 Sampo Beach Road, Goseong-gun, Gangwon Special Self-Governing Province (in front of Ocean2you Condo)

💰 Fee: Free!

What makes this year special?

Unlike previous years, this New Year’s Eve celebration features the exciting gourd-breaking ceremony, adding an interactive element to the traditional fireworks display. It’s a chance to share your hopes with the community and start the year with a bang!

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📞 Contact: 1666-1243

🖥️ Website: Ocean2you Event Page

※ Event may be canceled due to rain.

What is a Gourd-Breaking Ceremony?

The Gourd-Breaking Ceremony is a Korean tradition that marks the New Year and is thought to usher in prosperity. In this event, a gourd, often adorned with decorations, is placed prominently. Participants take turns hitting it with a stick or hammer to break it. This action is believed to release blessings and remove the bad luck of the past year, symbolizing the removal of obstacles and the arrival of new opportunities. The ceremony usually features music and community gatherings, and sometimes includes prayers or wishes for the future. It is a valued cultural tradition that strengthens connections to heritage and community goals.