Warm Dialogue for Peace
The Ministry of Unification has announced the schedule for its second-half peace and unification cultural event of 2026, titled ‘Pyeonghwa On:Dam in Gyeongju’. This initiative is designed as a communal gathering where local residents, artists, and tourists converge within the historical and cultural arts city of Gyeongju to explore the significance of peace and unification through the lens of daily life.
By utilizing the expansive grass plaza adjacent to the landmark Cheomseongdae, the event provides a setting where participants may engage in activities deeply rooted in the history and culture of Gyeongju. The program is structured to encourage the sharing of stories between families and neighbors—creating a space for reflection on the concepts of peace and unification. From crafting workshops and live performances to interactive on-site events, the venue offers a variety of activities accessible to visitors of all ages. This festive occasion aims to allow guests to appreciate the peace of the present while envisioning a peaceful future within a city where a millennium of history remains palpable.
Event Programming
The event is divided into three primary categories of engagement to ensure a comprehensive experience for all attendees:
1. Experience Programs
These interactive installations focus on thematic exploration and engagement. Highlights include:
- Kkukku’s Peace Athlete Squad
- Kkukku’s Peace Travel Gate
- Kkukku’s Peace Escape Room
- Peace Hwarang Training Center
- Kkukku’s Millennium Peace Smile
2. Performance Programs
The event features a diverse sonic landscape, ranging from traditional Korean sounds to contemporary western styles:
- Traditional & Folk: Seorabeol Nongakdan (Samulnori) and Cheongcheong (Traditional Korean Music/Percussion)
- Vocal & Acoustic: Urban Picnic (Vocal) and Summer Night Grass (Acoustic)
- Theatrical & Classical: Yeongcheon Opera Company (Opera) and Magic Theater Dachae (Magic/Play)
3. On-Site Events
Various challenges and commemorative activities are available to keep participants engaged throughout the day:
- Peace-Bursting Emille Bell
- Cheomseongdae Stopwatch Challenge
- Pyeonghwa On:Dam Kkukku-Four-Cut
- Kkukku’s Peace Egg Draw
Visitor Information
🗓️ 2026.11.07 ~ 2026.11.07
📍 Address: 104-1 Hwangnam-dong, Gyeongju-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do
💰 Fee: Free
📞 Inquiry: 02-6958-7225
🖥️ Website: https://peaceon.oopy.io/
🛏️ Accommodations near the event
Gyeongju is a city in North Gyeongsang Province, South Korea. It was the capital of the Silla Kingdom for nearly a thousand years, and the surrounding area still contains many remains from that period: royal tombs, stone pagodas, temple sites, and other cultural artifacts. Because these sites are spread across the city rather than concentrated in a single museum, Gyeongju has long been described as a “museum without walls.” Among its best-known landmarks are Bulguksa Temple and Seokguram Grotto, both UNESCO World Heritage sites.
The city is also the venue for Pyeonghwa On:Dam 2026, an event that will use cultural and artistic programs to support dialogue about peace and reunification. Its historical sites offer a useful context for those conversations, but the event stands on the value of the discussions themselves.
