Andong Maskdance Festival
Date: September 27th ~ October 6th, 2024
Andong is home to the Hahoe Byeolsingut Talnori, a traditional masked dance drama passed down for over 800 years in a UNESCO World Heritage-listed Korean historical village. Through this dance, villagers prayed for peace and a bountiful harvest, using the Byeolsingut ritual to usher in a new era. The Andong Maskdance Festival elevates this cultural asset to a global stage.
First held in 1997, the festival draws upon Andong’s rich cultural resources and the philosophical significance of masks and mask dances in the region. It proudly stands as Korea’s representative cultural tourism festival.
What to Expect:
Performances:
- Korean Mask Dances: Featuring 13 different Korean mask dance performances.
- International Mask Dances: Showcasing performances from 20 countries, including international exchange programs with ODA recipient countries.
- Other Performances: Enjoy a vibrant mix of traditional and modern performances, including a mask dance parade, a mask EDM party, and traditional/creative plays.
Audience Participation:
- Competitions: Participate in the World Mask Dance Competition, World Creative Mask Competition, or Mask Busking performance.
- Interactive Programs: Unleash your creativity with the "Tal Talent" program or join the "Mask Random Play Dance."
- Workshops: Learn the art of mask making and try your hand at traditional mask dance moves.
Other Events:
- Special Events: Witness the Hahoe Village Gangsinje (ritual for inviting deities), Seonyujulbulnori (fireworks display on the river), and outdoor performances at Mansongjeong Park.
- Food & Shopping: Explore the flea market and indulge in local specialties.
Location: 684, Gyeongdong-ro, Andong-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do
Admission: Free
Contact: +82-54-840-3421
Find us on:
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/andongtour
- Website: www.maskdance.com
