World Heritage Royal Tombs Festival
- Tradition & History
- Performing Arts
21, Hyohaeng-ro 481beon-gil, Byeongjeom-gu, Hwaseong-si, Gyeonggi-do (Annyeong-dong)
Festival dates
EndedSat, Oct 17, 2026 – Sun, Oct 25, 2026
9 days · Ended
Things to do
- Hours
- Varies by program
- Venue
- 12 Royal Tombs of the Joseon Dynasty - Donggureung, Hongneung & Yureung, Sareung, Seonreung & Jeongneung, Uireung, Taereung & Gangneung, Yungneung & Geonnyeong, Seooreung, Gimpo Jangneung, Paju Samneung, Yeongneung & Yeongneung, Yeongwol Jangneung
- Program
- 1. Main Event - Opening Ceremony (Oct. 16 (Fri) / Yunggeolleung) - Performance Programs: Royal Tomb Musical ‘Peach Blossoms, Thinking of Them Makes Me Sad’ @Yunggeolleung, Royal Stage, Royal Tomb Humanities Academy, Royal Tomb Stories Told by the Tomb Keeper, Creative Pansori ‘Longing to See, Longing to See’ - Tour Programs: ‘The Dream of Neungju’, Joseon Detective: Royal Tomb Historian’s Record, Special Opening of Royal Tomb Chambers – Deep Encounter with the Royal Tombs - Experience Programs: Royal Tomb Culture Lounge, Royal Tomb Book Plaza, Joseon Royal Tomb Ritual Experience - Exhibition Programs: Royal Tomb Sound Gallery ‘Sounds of Nature, Resonance of Rituals’, Royal Tomb Ritual Exhibition Hall, King’s Garden - Academic Programs: Yongjusa Academic Seminar ‘Joseon Royal Tombs and Royal Temples’ 2. Pre-event Programs - Royal Tomb Sound Gallery ‘Sounds of Nature, Resonance of Rituals’: Sep. 30 (Wed) ~ Oct. 25 (Sun) - Joseon Royal Tombs Mobile Stamp Tour: Sep. 26 (Sat) ~ 10 (Sun)
- Admission
- Admission is charged (some performances and experience programs are charged).
- Contact
- 1522-2295
- Website
- Visit
- Source
- Korea Tourism Organization
The [World Heritage Royal Tombs of the Joseon Dynasty Festival] is a special cultural event designed to convey the history and dignity of the UNESCO World Heritage Royal Tombs of the Joseon Dynasty and to allow visitors to experience the tombs up close. Through diverse programs encompassing both tradition and modernity—including performances, tours, hands-on experiences, and exhibitions—visitors can encounter the living history and culture preserved by the royal tombs. Beginning in 2020 and marking its 7th edition this year, the [2026 World Heritage Royal Tombs of the Joseon Dynasty Festival] runs from October 16 (Fri), starting with an opening ceremony, until October 25 (Sun). In particular, this year features newly organized programs based on the unique stories and historical value held within each royal tomb. It offers a special time to stroll through the tombs following their stories and experience various content, engaging all five senses to appreciate the historical value and beauty of the Joseon Royal Tombs.