Escape the Heat at the Pyeongchang Dwiseo Sanyang (Deer Hunting) Festival
🗓️ July 26th – August 4th, 2024
Escape the summer heat and immerse yourself in Korean culture at the Pyeongchang Dwiseo Sanyang (Deer Hunting) Festival. This unique event, held at the refreshing Ttamti Park where cool 10℃ spring water flows year-round, offers a delightful blend of tradition and summer fun.
💦 Cool Down with Refreshing Events
The festival centers around the legend of the "Dwiseo," a mythical creature said to appear in the area during summer. Participate in exciting water activities inspired by this legend:
- Ttamti Goblin Hunt Water War: Join hundreds of participants in a massive water battle inspired by the hunt for the Dwiseo.
- Mountain Spirit Bubble Pop: Dance and play amidst a sea of bubbles representing the mystical energy of the Dwiseo.
🤸♀️ Fun for Everyone
Beyond the main events, the festival offers a variety of activities for all ages:
- Beat the Heat Water Playground: Splash and play to your heart’s content in this refreshing water park.
- Barehand Trout Catching: Test your skills and catch your own dinner in the park’s pristine streams.
- Cold Spring Water Cannons: Cool down instantly with a refreshing blast of water from these unique cannons.
- Water Bucket Events: Get ready for some wet and wild fun with a variety of water bucket games and challenges.
- Salt Cave Tractor Tour: Take a break from the water and explore the unique salt caves of Pyeongchang on a leisurely tractor ride.
- Ttamti Park Road Train: Enjoy a scenic tour of Ttamti Park aboard the charming road train.
🎤 Performances and Local Delights
Immerse yourself in the local culture with live music and delicious food:
- Local Musician Concerts: Groove to the sounds of talented local artists throughout the festival.
- Local specialties: Indulge in delicious treats like tadpole noodles, buckwheat pancakes, and Pyeongchang corn.
Plan Your Visit
- 📍 Location: 49-7 Haetteulmaeul-gil, Pyeongchang-gun, Gangwon-do
- 💰 Admission: Paid (check the festival website for details)
- 📞 Contact: +82-33-334-2277
- ⭐️ Instagram: Follow the festival on Instagram at @sunmerhunter_festival for updates and photos.
