The 18th Gongju Seokjangni Paleolithic Festival
The Seokjangni site in Gongju, Chungcheongnam-do, is known as the starting point of Paleolithic research in South Korea.
As the country's first Paleolithic site, it has established itself not only for its academic value but also as a historical and cultural space where visitors can vividly experience prehistoric life.
Based on this historical significance, the Gongju Seokjangni Paleolithic Festival, held annually, has evolved beyond a simple local event into a representative cultural tourism festival that combines education, experience, and tourism.
This year's festival, marking its 18th edition, is themed 'Seokjangni: A Time Travel to Prehistory' and will offer a variety of programs that allow citizens and tourists to experience the lives of Paleolithic people through all five senses.
Overview of the 18th Gongju Seokjangni Paleolithic Festival
○ Dates: May 2 (Saturday) - May 5 (Tuesday), 2026, for four days
○ Location: Seokjangni Museum and Sangwang-dong area
○ Organized by: Gongju City / Gongju Seokjangni Paleolithic Festival Organizing Committee
○ Theme: Seokjangni: A Time Travel to Prehistory
The festival's main stage is set up at the Seokjangni Museum, and crossing the floating bridge over the Geumgang River leads to the Sangwang-dong event area and children's play zone.
The experience of crossing the bridge itself symbolizes a 'bridge of time' connecting the past and the present.
Transportation and Access Information
○ Main stage address: 990 Geumbak-ro, Gongju, Chungcheongnam-do
○ Temporary parking: 450-1 Cheongbaek-ro, Gongju, Chungcheongnam-do
○ Shuttle bus operation: Circulating between southern and northern Geumgang
- Interval: Approximately 1 hour
- Duration: Approximately 45 minutes
Due to expected traffic congestion during the festival, using the shuttle bus is recommended.
Opening Ceremony and Official Events
○ Date: May 2 (Saturday) 11:00 - 12:00
○ Location: Main stage at Seokjangni Museum
The opening ceremony will begin with a pre-show followed by a performance and celebration, announcing the start of the festival with local residents and tourists together.
Main Stage Program Schedule
* Dates: May 2 - May 5 (11:00 - 17:00)
Various performances and participatory events will take place on the main stage, with programs suitable for all ages.
Special Children’s Day Event
○ Date: May 5, 11:00 - 14:00
On Children’s Day, there will be choir performances, popular YouTuber shows, and magic shows, providing great enjoyment for family visitors.
The 18th Gongju Seokjangni Paleolithic Festival is a representative local cultural tourism festival that combines historical value with experiential content. The differentiated programs themed around prehistory and family-centered experiences well illustrate Gongju's cultural policy direction. Experience a unique time travel connecting the past and present at Seokjangni in May.
Source :https://blog.naver.com/sinmunman/224269729571
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