April 19 Revolution National Cultural Festival 2025
The April 19 Revolution National Cultural Festival is a nationwide, government-supported event held to commemorate the April 19 Revolution, a pivotal moment in the history of the Republic of Korea. This cultural festival has been carefully curated as a place of harmony, where all citizens can communicate, reflect, and celebrate. It carries on the legacy of freedom, democracy, and justice that the 4·19 Revolution embodies, allowing visitors to fully experience the profound emotion of this historic event and the enduring hope it instilled in the nation.
Schedule and Location
The festival will take place over eight days:
🗓️ Dates: April 12, 2025 – April 19, 2025
📍 Address: 13, Dobong-ro 89-gil, Gangbuk-gu, Seoul (Suyu-dong)
For those planning to attend from out of town, accommodations can be found in the vicinity of the event:
🛏️ Accommodation near the event
Programs and Activities
The festival offers a diverse range of programs designed to engage citizens of all ages and interests. These include:
- Main Program: Eve Rock Music Festival
- A vibrant rock music festival serving as the centerpiece of the event, providing a high-energy experience for attendees.
- Auxiliary Programs:
- 4·19 Choir Competition: Showcasing the talent and harmony of various choir groups.
- 4·19 Theatre Festival: Presenting theatrical performances that reflect the spirit and themes of the revolution.
- Spring Together 4·19: An event designed to foster a sense of community and togetherness.
- 1960 Street Reenactment Parade Competition: A visually engaging parade that recreates the atmosphere of 1960, complete with participants competing for the best reenactment.
- Participation Programs:
- Citizen Participation and Era Experience Booth Operation: Interactive booths that allow citizens to actively participate and experience aspects of the era, providing a hands-on approach to understanding history.
Further Information
💰 Fee: Admission to the festival is completely free, making it accessible to everyone.
📞 Inquiries: For any questions or additional information, please contact the organizers at 02-901-6206.
Stay up-to-date with the latest news and announcements through the festival’s official social media and website:
⭐️ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/festiv419
🖥️ Homepage: https://festival419.org
What was the April 19 Revolution?
The April 19 Revolution, occurring in 1960, was a significant event in South Korean history. It was a student-led movement that led to the removal of President Syngman Rhee’s authoritarian government. The uprising was driven by public dissatisfaction with electoral fraud, corruption, and political repression. The movement intensified following the death of a student protester, which spurred widespread demonstrations. These protests ultimately resulted in Rhee’s resignation on April 26, 1960, paving the way for democratic reforms in South Korea. The April 19 Revolution remains an important symbol of the pursuit of democracy and justice.
