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LG ELECTRONICS SHOWCASES EXPANDED AI HOME ECOSYSTEM FOR EUROPEAN LIFESTYLES AT IFA 2026
LG ELECTRONICS SHOWCASES EXPANDED AI HOME ECOSYSTEM FOR EUROPEAN LIFESTYLES AT IFA 2026
LG ELECTRONICS SHOWCASES EXPANDED AI HOME ECOSYSTEM FOR EUROPEAN LIFESTYLES AT IFA 2026
LG ELECTRONICS SHOWCASES EXPANDED AI HOME ECOSYSTEM FOR EUROPEAN LIFESTYLES AT IFA 2026
LG ELECTRONICS SHOWCASES EXPANDED AI HOME ECOSYSTEM FOR EUROPEAN LIFESTYLES AT IFA 2026
- LG Electronics is showcasing its expanded AI Home ecosystem at IFA 2026, demonstrating how AI seamlessly connects appliances, spaces and services to deliver greater convenience while reinforcing its leadership in the global premium home appliance market. IFA visitors can experience AI Home solutions centered on LG ThinQ™ ON and LG ThinQ; the space- and energy-efficient Fit & Max Solution; immersive media entertainment experiences featuring LG OLED evo AI; and a premium lifestyle space dedicated to LG SIGNATURE lineup.
SEOUL, South Korea, Sep. 3, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- LG Electronics (LG) is showcasing its expanded AI Home ecosystem at IFA 2026 in Berlin. Under the theme "Innovation in tune with you," LG is demonstrating how advanced AI technologies can understand customers' lifestyles and connect appliances, spaces and services to deliver personalized convenience and greater energy efficiency across everyday life.
At LG's booth, visitors can experience the LG AI Home centered around the LG ThinQ™ ON AI home hub and LG ThinQ platform, alongside the expanded Fit & Max Solution, immersive media entertainment featuring LG OLED evo AI, and a premium lifestyle space dedicated to LG SIGNATURE. LG is also operating its private business partner consultation space at IFA, strengthening engagement with local retailers and business customers and expanding commercial opportunities in Europe.
LG AI Orchestra and the Connected AI Ecosystem
Greeting visitors at the booth entrance, the LG AI Orchestra unfolds across a 16-by-4-meter kinetic LED installation, where LG CLOiD serves as conductor of a connected AI ecosystem that seamlessly brings together appliances, spaces and services. The AI Orchestra showcases how LG's diverse products, technologies and services – spanning home appliances, TVs, HVAC and robotics – work in harmony to deliver a connected AI Home experience. The engaging installation embodies LG's Zero Labor Home vision, which aims to reduce household chores and give customers more time for the things that matter.
AI Home Tailored to Everyday Life
In the AI Home Zone, LG is revealing how its next-generation AI home hub, LG ThinQ ON, together with the LG ThinQ AI home platform, connect appliances, spaces and services into a single, cohesive system. Authentic home environments allow visitors to experience firsthand the ability of LG's AI to understand both users and the characteristics of each space to provide relevant and personally-optimized functions.
ThinQ Claw, making its public debut at this year's IFA, is a text-chat-based AI agent integrated with ThinQ ON. By combining natural-language interaction with contextual understanding, it recommends relevant actions and helps simplify everyday life. Throughout the AI Home Zone, visitors can experience how it provides personalized support based on household conditions, user preferences and daily routines.
This year, LG is extending the convenience of AI Home beyond private residences to commercial spaces. LG's ThinQ Pro, an integrated B2B management solution, enables the centralized control and monitoring of appliances and HVAC systems to support more efficient facility operations. Another AI-based solution on display is the Home Energy Management System (HEMS) powered by Homey – the smart home platform developed by Athom, which LG acquired in 2024. The demonstration shows how Homey HEMS can coordinate energy generation, storage and consumption across the home.
Fit & Max Solution Optimized for European Living Spaces
Developed to European customers' needs, LG's expanded Fit & Max Solution features built-in-style appliances that integrate seamlessly into living spaces while supplying large capacities and everyday convenience. Originally applied to select LG refrigerator models, the Fit & Max design now spans washing machines, dryers, and dishwashers.
The Fit & Max Solution zone showcases how the lineup maximizes space without compromising capacity, with refrigerators designed for a sleek, built-in look with flexible storage and laundry appliances offering generous capacity without increasing their footprint.[1] Visitors can also see new Fit & Max dishwashers, including models that can complete a full wash and dry cycle in only one hour.[2]
Reinforcing High-Efficiency Living to More Consumers
The Energy Leadership Zone highlights a range of appliances powered by LG's high-efficiency core technologies, including the Dual Inverter Heat Pump™ and inverter compressor solutions. Among the LG products on display is a washing machine that uses up to 70 percent less energy than the minimum requirement for an A rating under current European energy efficiency standards.[3] Alongside this are high-efficiency refrigerators, dryers and dishwashers, all offering excellent performance using fewer energy resources.
Importantly, LG is extending its core energy-saving technologies, previously introduced on flagship models, across a broader product portfolio to help make high-efficiency appliances accessible to more European consumers.
Delivering the Ultimate Viewing Experience
The Media Entertainment Zone highlights a premium media gallery concept that harmonizes LG's unrivaled display technologies with diverse content experiences. At the center of the exhibit is the Wallpaper OLED TV With True Wireless, the 'LG OLED W6,' surrounded by TVs of various sizes. Together, they seamlessly transition screens to present a captivating media gallery show that blends into a single, cohesive work of art.
Among the displays showcasing LG's unrivaled picture quality are the 2026 LG OLED evo AI and the Micro RGB evo AI, both powered by the award-winning α11 AI Processor 4K Gen3 to deliver unprecedented brightness and color accuracy. Through these cutting-edge displays, visitors can enjoy an immersive viewing experience defined by industry-leading picture quality and AI technologies, with the Micro RGB evo delivering an exceptional color viewing experience through its 'High Purity RGB Spectrum Display, certified by TÜV Rheinland for its outstanding color purity.
Also, LG is extending its entertainment ecosystem by introducing the world's first UltraGear monitor[4] supporting both FHD resolution and a 1,000Hz ultra-high refresh rate, as well as expansive content experiences driven by the proprietary webOS smart TV platform. Adding to this differentiated media entertainment experience are dedicated lifestyle zones demonstrating the 'StanbyME 2 Max' in action and a specialized listening space for the 'Sound Suite' home audio system.
The LG SIGNATURE Zone presents the timeless design and advanced AI technology of LG's ultra-premium lifestyle brand. The LG SIGNATURE refrigerator features AI voice recognition that understands conversational language and can recommend appropriate refrigeration modes for different food items. Combining an internal AI camera with AI Gourmet™, the LG SIGNATURE 30-inch wall oven is able to recognize diverse dishes and suggest the optimal cooking mode, helping deliver a more intuitive and luxurious home culinary experience.
"At IFA 2026, we are showcasing how our expanded AI Home ecosystem can seamlessly connect AI appliances, home hubs and intelligent services to provide exceptionally convenient and personalized customer experiences," said Baek Seung-tae, president of the LG Home Appliance Solution Company. "With differentiated products and solutions tailored to European lifestyles and living environments, we will continue to strengthen our leadership in the European premium home appliance market."
Visitors to IFA 2026 can see firsthand LG's expanded AI Home ecosystem, Fit & Max Solution and high-efficiency appliances and enjoy premium media entertainment and lifestyle experiences at the company's booth in Hall 18 at Messe Berlin.
| [1] Compared to previous LG models with the same external dimensions. Capacity increased by 3 kg compared to F4J8J**** (600mm depth) and by 2 kg compared to F4J8V****** (550mm depth). Actual capacity may vary by model.
[2] The one-hour time is an algorithm setting, and the actual operating time may vary depending on the surrounding environment. And when adding options, the total time will increase.
[3] Based on the Eco 40–60 programme, the Energy Efficiency Index (EEI) is 70% lower than the minimum EEI requirement for Class A under EU Regulation 2019/2014. Actual results may vary depending on the load, selected programme and usage conditions.
[4] Based on publicly available information as of date [May 19, 2026], among gaming monitors introduced by consumer brands. |
[1] Compared to previous LG models with the same external dimensions. Capacity increased by 3 kg compared to F4J8J**** (600mm depth) and by 2 kg compared to F4J8V****** (550mm depth). Actual capacity may vary by model.
[2] The one-hour time is an algorithm setting, and the actual operating time may vary depending on the surrounding environment. And when adding options, the total time will increase.
[3] Based on the Eco 40–60 programme, the Energy Efficiency Index (EEI) is 70% lower than the minimum EEI requirement for Class A under EU Regulation 2019/2014. Actual results may vary depending on the load, selected programme and usage conditions.
[4] Based on publicly available information as of date [May 19, 2026], among gaming monitors introduced by consumer brands.
About LG Electronics Home Appliance Solution Company
The LG Home Appliance Solution Company (HS) is a global leader in home appliances and AI home solutions. By leveraging industry-leading core technologies, the HS Company is committed to enhancing consumers' quality of life and promoting sustainability. The company develops thoughtfully designed kitchen and living appliance solutions and has recently integrated LG's Robot Business Division to incorporate advanced robot technologies into its home solutions. Together, these products offer enhanced convenience, exceptional performance, efficient operation and sustainable lifestyle solutions. For more news on LG, visit www.LG.com/global/newsroom/.
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LG ELECTRONICS SHOWCASES EXPANDED AI HOME ECOSYSTEM FOR EUROPEAN LIFESTYLES AT IFA 2026
LG ELECTRONICS SHOWCASES EXPANDED AI HOME ECOSYSTEM FOR EUROPEAN LIFESTYLES AT IFA 2026
LG ELECTRONICS SHOWCASES EXPANDED AI HOME ECOSYSTEM FOR EUROPEAN LIFESTYLES AT IFA 2026
LG ELECTRONICS SHOWCASES EXPANDED AI HOME ECOSYSTEM FOR EUROPEAN LIFESTYLES AT IFA 2026
LG ELECTRONICS SHOWCASES EXPANDED AI HOME ECOSYSTEM FOR EUROPEAN LIFESTYLES AT IFA 2026
A Special Time in the Autumn- Colored Palace: The 2026 K- Royal Culture Festival
- Held Oct 7–11 at the four Royal Palaces and Jongmyo Shrine, with expanded opportunities for international visitors to participate
- New programs make their debut, including the "Gyujanggak Chogye Munsin Workshop" and "Tracing Joseon Space"
SEOUL, South Korea, Sept. 3, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Hosted by the Royal Palaces and Tombs Center of the Korea Heritage Service (Director General Jo Gyu-hyeong) and organized by the Korea Heritage Agency (President Lee Gui-young), an affiliated organization of the Korea Heritage Service, K-Royal Culture Festival Fall 2026 will take place over five days from Oct 7 (Wed) to Oct 11 (Sun), at the four palaces (Gyeongbokgung, Changdeokgung, Deoksugung and Changgyeonggung Palaces), as well as Jongmyo Shrine.
The K-Royal Culture Festival is Korea's flagship national heritage festival, presenting a wide range of programs across Seoul's royal palaces and Jongmyo Shrine, including performances, exhibitions, hands-on experiences and historical reenactments. The spring editions of the festival in 2026 attracted about 725,000 visitors, setting a new record. This fall's festival will offer a distinctive experience from the spring edition, with an expanded lineup of nighttime viewing, guided tour and hands-on programs designed to make the most of autumn of the royal palaces. During the day, visitors can enjoy exhibitions, tours and experience programs that invite them to explore the spaces and history of the palaces in greater depth. At night, the focus shifts to performances and immersive experiences set against the palaces standing in harmony with natural scenery.
- K-PALACE Meets K-POP… KBS2 "Immortal Songs" Special Performance
On Oct 6 (Tue), the eve of K-Royal Culture Festival Fall 2026, a K-Royal Culture Festival Special Performance: "KBS2 Immortal Songs" performance will take place at Heungnyemun Square of Gyeongbokgung Palace to celebrate the opening of the festival. Under the theme "Palaces Awaken the Arts", the performance will bring together music ranging from traditional Korean music to K-POP, offering something for audiences of all generations. Admission is free, and applications to attend the performance will be available later through the official KBS "Immortal Songs" website.
- Autumn at the Four Royal Palaces and Jongmyo Shrine: A Unique Array of Programs at Each Palace
First, at Gyeongbokgung Palace, "Hanbok Royal Banquet (Yeonhyang)" (Oct 9–10 19:00~21:00) will offer an immersive program spanning the entire area open for nighttime viewing. Highlights include "A Royal Stroll"(Oct 9–10 19:00~20:30), a reenactment of a royal procession featuring the king and queen; "A Guide to Royal Court Attire from Sunhwagung Palace"(Oct 9–10 19:00~21:00), an exhibition spotlighting 「Sajeol Boksaek Jajang Yoram」, a record by Royal Consort Gyeongbin Kim (consort of Heonjong, the 24th king of Joseon) detailing the seasonal attire of women at the royal court; and "Joseon Royal OOTD"(Oct 9–10 19:20~19:40), a fashion talk show exploring the functions and symbolism of royal court attire. A variety of other programs will also be presented, including "The Sounds of Making Hanbok"(Oct 9–10 19:00~21:00), featuring live demonstrations by holders of National Intangible Cultural Heritage.
At Changdeokgung Palace, the craft exhibition "Tracing Joseon Space : The Rhythm of Stillness" (Oct 7–11, 10:00~17:00) will be held at Huijeongdang Hall. The exhibition is directed by Baek Jong-hwan, CEO of WGNB. Drawing on the rhythm of traditional wooden architecture and the use of empty space, the exhibition interprets "white" as an aesthetic order defined by emptiness, restraint and harmony. Also, "Awakening the Morning Palace", a popular program at the festival that invites visitors to experience the palace at daybreak while walking through its halls and the Secret Garden, will be offered twice daily throughout the five-day period.
And the first to be presented the "Gyujanggak Chogye Munsin Workshop" (Oct 9–11, 14:30) at Changdeokgung Palace is an interactive history lecture program inspired by the "Chogye Munsin", young civil officials who received special training at Gyujanggak, the royal library and scholarly institution of the late Joseon Dynasty. Virtual history-themed creator "Hyangachi" will host the program, joined by experts from various fields as panelists. Held once a day, each session will explore different topics. After each session, visitors can also take part in "Find Hyangachi," an activity where they search for Hyangachi around Changdeokgung Palace and solve quizzes along the way.
At Deoksugung Palace, "From Gwangmu(光武) to Yunghui(隆熙)" (Oct 7–11, 10:00~17:00) will be held at Deokhongjeon Hall to mark the 100th anniversary of the passing of Emperor Sunjong and reflect on the history of the Korean imperial family. The program will feature a chronological exhibition on Emperor Sunjong, an AI-powered conversation session, and a historical tour of Deoksugung Palace accompanied by a Jeongisu (traditional storyteller). An academic seminar under the theme "K-Royal Culture Festival as a K-Content Platform" will also be held at Jeonggwanheon Hall.
At Junmyeongdang Hall of Deoksugung Palace, the "JunMyeongDang Hall Children's School" (Oct 9–11, 10:00, 13:00, 16:00) will offer a program for children. The program gives children the opportunity to experience royal court etiquette and learn about nature within the palace grounds. All participating children are required to wear hanbok, while a child actor portraying Princess Deokhye will engage them in role-play scenarios designed to create a more immersive experience. The program will be held three times a day and is open to children aged 7 to 10.
At Changgyeonggung Palace, "A Time Travel, Changgyeonggung Palace" (Oct 9–10, 12:00, 15:30) will recreate scenes from daily life at the royal court across Myeongjeongmun Gate, Tongmyeongjeon Hall, Haminjeong Pavilion and Munjeongjeon Hall. "Donggowol Jangwonseo" (Oct 7–11 10:00, 14:00, 16:00) , a hands-on traditional horticulture program inspired by Jangwonseo, the government office responsible for landscaping the royal palaces, will also be offered.
At Jongmyo Shrine, "Jongmyo Shrine Architectural Expedition" (Oct 10–11, 09:30, 11:30, 14:00, 16:00) will offer a mission-based guided tour for teenager visitors. Participants will explore Hyangdaecheong Hall, Jaegung, Jeongjeon Hall and Yeongnyeongjeon Hall while completing missions such as "Uncover the Secrets of Jeongjeon, the World's longest Wooden Shrine Building" and "Spot the Differences: Jeongjeon vs. Yeongnyeongjeon". Through these activities, participants will discover the stories embedded in Jongmyo Shrine's architecture and spaces.
- Expanded Opportunities for International Visitors: Dedicated Sessions and Reserved Capacity
K-Royal Culture Festival Fall 2026 will expand opportunities for international visitors to experience Korea's national heritage by offering dedicated sessions and reserving a set number of places specifically for them. "Hanbok Royal Banquet (Yeonhyang)" will reserve a total of 800 places for international visitors over two days (400 per day), while the second daily session of "Awakening the Morning Palace" will be conducted in English exclusively for international visitors. A total of 300 seats will also be reserved for international visitors at the special eve performance at Heungnyemun Square of Gyeongbokgung Palace, which will mark the commencement of the festival.
- "Moonlight Lotus Show", Illuminating Changgyeonggung Palace on Autumn Nights & "Palace Concert: Ballet × Sujecheon" at Gyeongbokgung Palace
During the Festival period, partner program "Moonlight Lotus Show at Changgyeonggung Palace" (Oct 7 – Nov 1) will welcome visitors to the Chundangji Pond area. This nighttime media art program combines light and visual projections with the natural scenery around Chundangji Pond, offering visitors a unique way to experience the history and beauty of Changgyeonggung Palace. This fall, a pilot advance reservation system will be introduced to ensure safe operation and reduce crowding. "Moonlight Lotus Show", a media art presentation at Scene 2, Daechundangji Pond, will be open exclusively to visitors with advance reservations. It will run for a total of 20 days, from Wednesday through Sunday each week, with three sessions per day at 19:00, 19:30 and 20:00.
Tickets for individual festival programs will go on sale sequentially from the noon of Sep 4 (Fri) and can be booked through Ticketlink (www.ticketlink.co.kr). Programs for international visitors can be booked through the Korean travel platform Creatrip (www.creatrip.com).
Tickets for individual festival programs will go on sale sequentially from the noon of Sep 4 (Fri) and can be booked through Ticketlink (www.ticketlink.co.kr). Programs for international visitors can be booked through the Korean travel platform Creatrip (www.creatrip.com).Tickets for the partner programs "Moonlight Lotus Show at Changgyeonggung Palace" and "Palace Concert - Ballet × Sujecheon" will be available from Sep 11 (Fri).
For more information, visit the official K-Royal Culture Festival website (kh.or.kr/fest) or Instagram (@royalculturefestival_official). Inquiries can also be made through the Royal Palaces and Tombs Program Call Center (+82 1522-2295), the Ticketlink Call Center (+82 1588-7890), or by email to Creatrip (help@creatrip.com).
The Royal Palaces and Tombs Center of the Korea Heritage Service and the Korea Heritage Agency will continue to offer diverse programs that capture the unique characteristics of each palace and the beauty of each season, providing visitors with distinctive experiences found only at the K- Royal Culture Festival. Through these efforts, they will further enhance the festival's standing as a leading cultural heritage festival representing the Republic of Korea.
Attachment
- Festival Overview
- List of Programs
- Original Programs
- Reservation-Required Programs
- Photos. The End.
| Owner | Royal Palaces and Tombs
Center | Senior
Manager | Deputy
Director | An Young-
min | (02-6450-
3836) |
| [General Management] | Royal Palaces Services
Planning Division | Manager | Assistant
Deputy
Director | Choi
Jeong-yoon | (02-6450-
3834) |
| | Manager | Curator | Song Jin-
wook | (02-6450-
3835) |
| Owner | Gyeongbokgung Palace
Management Office,
Royal Palaces and Tombs
Center | Senior
Manager | Deputy
Director | Park Ji-ha | (02-3700-
3911) |
| Manager | Assistant
Deputy
Director | Lee
Myung-ha | (02-3700-
3917) |
| Changdeokgung Palace
Management Office,
Royal Palaces and Tombs
Center | Senior
Manager | Deputy
Director | Park Ji-
yeon | (02-3668-
2341) |
| Manager | Assistant
Deputy
Director | Lee Sang-
hee | (02-3668-
2334) |
| Deoksugung Palace
Management Office,
Royal Palaces and Tombs
Center | Senior
Manager | Director | Lee Seung-
jae | (02-751-0700) |
| Manager | Administrative
Officer | Son Joon-il | (02-751-0735) |
| Changgyeonggung Palace
Management Office,
Royal Palaces and
Tombs Center | Senior
Manager | Director | Kim Dae-
yeol | (02-2172-
0100) |
| Manager | Assistant
Deputy
Director | Kim Jin-
sook | (02-2172-
0106) |
| Jongmyo Shrine
Management Office,
Royal Palaces and Tombs
Center | Senior
Manager | Director | Kim Yeong-
beom | (02-2174-
3600) |
| Manager | Assistant
Deputy
Director | Kang Soo-
min | (02-2174-
3622) |
| Owner | Royal Palaces Division,
Korea Heritage Agency | Senior
Manager | Team Leader | Jim Mi-
kyung | (02-3011-
7720) |
| K-Royal Culture Festival
team | Manager | Senior
Associate | Lee Joon-
ho | (02-3011-
7724) |
| Manager | Assistant
Manager | Kim Tae-
yeon | (02-3011-
7725) |
Owner
Royal Palaces and Tombs
Center
Senior
Manager
Deputy
Director
An Young-
min
(02-6450-
3836)
[General Management]
Royal Palaces Services
Planning Division
Manager
Assistant
Deputy
Director
Choi
Jeong-yoon
(02-6450-
3834)
Manager
Curator
Song Jin-
wook
(02-6450-
3835)
Owner
Gyeongbokgung Palace
Management Office,
Royal Palaces and Tombs
Center
Senior
Manager
Deputy
Director
Park Ji-ha
(02-3700-
3911)
Manager
Assistant
Deputy
Director
Lee
Myung-ha
(02-3700-
3917)
Changdeokgung Palace
Management Office,
Royal Palaces and Tombs
Center
Senior
Manager
Deputy
Director
Park Ji-
yeon
(02-3668-
2341)
Manager
Assistant
Deputy
Director
Lee Sang-
hee
(02-3668-
2334)
Deoksugung Palace
Management Office,
Royal Palaces and Tombs
Center
Senior
Manager
Director
Lee Seung-
jae
(02-751-0700)
Manager
Administrative
Officer
Son Joon-il
(02-751-0735)
Changgyeonggung Palace
Management Office,
Royal Palaces and
Tombs Center
Senior
Manager
Director
Kim Dae-
yeol
(02-2172-
0100)
Manager
Assistant
Deputy
Director
Kim Jin-
sook
(02-2172-
0106)
Jongmyo Shrine
Management Office,
Royal Palaces and Tombs
Center
Senior
Manager
Director
Kim Yeong-
beom
(02-2174-
3600)
Manager
Assistant
Deputy
Director
Kang Soo-
min
(02-2174-
3622)
Owner
Royal Palaces Division,
Korea Heritage Agency
Senior
Manager
Team Leader
Jim Mi-
kyung
(02-3011-
7720)
K-Royal Culture Festival
team
Manager
Senior
Associate
Lee Joon-
ho
(02-3011-
7724)
Manager
Assistant
Manager
Kim Tae-
yeon
(02-3011-
7725)
(Appendix 1)
Festival Overview
Festival Overview
- Event: K-Royal Culture Festival Fall 2026
- Dates: Oct 7 (Wed) – Oct 11 (Sun), 2026 / 5 days
- Venues: Four Royal Palaces (Gyeongbokgung, Changdeokgung, Deoksugung, Changgyeonggung Palaces) and Jongmyo Shrine
- Hosted / Organized by: Royal Palaces and Tombs Center, Korea Heritage Service / Korea Heritage Agency
Festival Poster
(Appendix 2)
List of Programs
Original Programs by K-Royal Culture Festival
| Category | Program | Dates (tentative) | Participation |
| Original Programs (18 in total) | Gyeongbok
gung
Palace (2) | Complex | Hanbok Royal Banquet (YeonhyCang) | Oct 9 (Fri) -
Oct 10 (Sat)
2 days | Advance Reservation |
| Performance | New K-Royal Culture Festival
Special Performance: "KBS Immortal Songs" | Oct 6 (Tue)
1 day | Advance Reservation |
| Changdeok
gung Palace (4) | Experience | New Tracing Joseon Space :
The Rhythm of Stillness | Oct 7 (Wed)
- Oct 11
(Sun)
5 days | On-site Admission |
| Experience | Awakening the Morning
Palace | Oct 7 (Wed)
- Oct 11
(Sun)
5 days | Advance Reservation |
| Experience | New Gyujanggak Chogye
Munsin Workshop | Oct 9 (Fri) -
Oct 11 (Sun)
3 days | Advance Reservation |
| Experience | Royal Court Games
Playroom
(Changdeokgung Palace) | Oct 7 (Wed)
- Oct 11
(Sun)
5 days | On-site Admission |
| Deoksu
gung
Palace (4) | Experience | JunMyeongDang Hall
Children's School | Oct 9 (Fri) -
Oct 11 (Sun)
3 days | Advance Reservation |
| Experience | New K-Royal Culture Festival
Academic Seminar | Oct 11 (Sun)
1 day | Advance Reservation |
| Performance | Gilnori: Traditional
Performance Parade
(Deoksugung Palace) | Oct 11 (Sun)
1 day | On-site Admission |
| Complex | Commemorating the
100th Anniversary of the
Passing of Emperor
Sunjong: From
Gwangmu(光武) to
Yunghui(隆熙) | Oct 7 (Wed)
- Oct 11
(Sun)
5 days | On-site Admission |
| Changgyeong
gung Palace (4) | Reconstruction | A Time Travel,
Changgyeonggung Palace:
Royal Palace Daily Life | Oct 9 (Fri) -
Oct 10 (Sat)
2 days | On-site Admission |
| Experience | Donggowol Jangwonseo | Oct 7 (Wed) -
Oct 11 (Sun)
5 days | Advance Reservation |
| Experience | New You in Hanbok, Walking
Through a Painting | Oct 7 (Wed) -
Oct 11 (Sun)
5 days | Advance Reservation |
| Performance | Gilnori: Traditional
Performance Parade (Changgyeonggung
Palace) | Oct 10 (Sat)
1 day | On-site Admission |
| Jongmyo (1) | Experience | Jongmyo Shrine
Architectural Expedition | Oct 10 (Sat) -
Oct 11 (Sun)
2 days | Advance Reservation |
| Others (2) | Experience | K-Royal Culture Festival
Stamp Tour | Oct 7 (Wed) -
Oct 11 (Sun)
5 days | On-site Admission |
| Experience | Palace Pass: Hyangnang | Oct 7 (Wed) -
Oct 11 (Sun)
5 days | Advance Reservation |
| Online (1) | Experience | Genre Painting For All
2026 | Sep 18 (Fri) - Nov
45 days | Online |
Category
Program
Dates (tentative)
Participation
Original Programs (18 in total)
Gyeongbok
gung
Palace
(2)
Complex
Hanbok Royal Banquet (YeonhyCang)
Oct 9 (Fri) -
Oct 10 (Sat)
2 days
Advance Reservation
Performance
New
K-Royal Culture Festival
Special Performance: "KBS Immortal Songs"
Oct 6 (Tue)
1 day
Advance Reservation
Changdeok
gung Palace
(4)
Experience
New
Tracing Joseon Space :
The Rhythm of Stillness
Oct 7 (Wed)
- Oct 11
(Sun)
5 days
On-site Admission
Experience
Awakening the Morning
Palace
Oct 7 (Wed)
- Oct 11
(Sun)
5 days
Advance Reservation
Experience
New
Gyujanggak Chogye
Munsin
Workshop
Oct 9 (Fri) -
Oct 11 (Sun)
3 days
Advance Reservation
Experience
Royal Court Games
Playroom
(Changdeokgung Palace)
Oct 7 (Wed)
- Oct 11
(Sun)
5 days
On-site Admission
Deoksu
gung
Palace
(4)
Experience
JunMyeongDang Hall
Children's School
Oct 9 (Fri) -
Oct 11 (Sun)
3 days
Advance Reservation
Experience
New
K-Royal Culture Festival
Academic Seminar
Oct 11 (Sun)
1 day
Advance Reservation
Performance
Gilnori: Traditional
Performance Parade
(Deoksugung Palace)
Oct 11 (Sun)
1 day
On-site Admission
Complex
Commemorating the
100th Anniversary of the
Passing of Emperor
Sunjong: From
Gwangmu(光武) to
Yunghui(隆熙)
Oct 7 (Wed)
- Oct 11
(Sun)
5 days
On-site Admission
Changgyeong
gung Palace
(4)
Reconstruction
A Time Travel,
Changgyeonggung Palace:
Royal Palace Daily Life
Oct 9 (Fri) -
Oct 10 (Sat)
2 days
On-site Admission
Experience
Donggowol Jangwonseo
Oct 7 (Wed) -
Oct 11 (Sun)
5 days
Advance Reservation
Experience
New
You in Hanbok, Walking
Through a Painting
Oct 7 (Wed) -
Oct 11 (Sun)
5 days
Advance Reservation
Performance
Gilnori: Traditional
Performance Parade (Changgyeonggung
Palace)
Oct 10 (Sat)
1 day
On-site Admission
Jongmyo
(1)
Experience
Jongmyo Shrine
Architectural Expedition
Oct 10 (Sat) -
Oct 11 (Sun)
2 days
Advance Reservation
Others
(2)
Experience
K-Royal Culture Festival
Stamp Tour
Oct 7 (Wed) -
Oct 11 (Sun)
5 days
On-site Admission
Experience
Palace Pass: Hyangnang
Oct 7 (Wed) -
Oct 11 (Sun)
5 days
Advance Reservation
Online
(1)
Experience
Genre Painting For All
2026
Sep 18 (Fri) - Nov
45 days
Online
Partner Programs
| Category | Program | Dates (tentative) | Participation |
| Partner
Programs
(9 in
total) | Gyeongbokgung
Palace (4) | Reconstruction | Gyeongbokgung Palace
Gate Guard Changing
Ceremony | Oct 7 (Wed) -
Oct 11 (Sun)
5 days | On-site
Admission |
| Performance | Palace Concert: Ballet X
Sujecheon | Oct 2 (Fri) - Oct
5 (Mon)
4 days | Advance
Reservation |
| Experience | Gyeongbokgung Palace,
Saenggwabang | Oct 7 (Wed) -
Oct 11 (Sun)
5 days | Advance
Reservation |
| Experience | Starlight Tour At
Gyeongbokgung Palace | Oct 7 (Wed) -
Oct 11 (Sun)
5 days | Advance
Reservation |
| Changdeokgung
Palace (2) | Experience | Changdeokgung Palace,
Moonlight Tour | Oct 8 (Thu) -
Oct 11 (Sun)
4 days | Advance
Reservation |
| Exhibition | Seongjeonggak: A
Crown Prince's Day —
Step by Step, Becoming
King | Oct 6 (Tue) - Oct
11 (Sun)
6 days | On-site
Admission |
| Deoksugung
Palace (1) | Experience | Deoksugung Palace,
Seokjojeon at Night | Oct 7 (Wed) -
Oct 11 (Sun)
5 days | Advance
Reservation |
| Changgyeonggung
Palace (1) | Experience | Changgyeonggung
Palace, Moonlight Lotus
Show | Oct 7 (Wed) -
Oct 11 (Sun)
5 days | Advance
Reservation |
| Jongmyo (1) | Reconstruction | Gate Guard Patrol
Ceremony | Oct 9 (Fri) - Oct
11 (Sun)
3 days | On-site
Admission |
Category
Program
Dates (tentative)
Participation
Partner
Programs
(9 in
total)
Gyeongbokgung
Palace (4)
Reconstruction
Gyeongbokgung Palace
Gate Guard Changing
Ceremony
Oct 7 (Wed) -
Oct 11 (Sun)
5 days
On-site
Admission
Performance
Palace Concert: Ballet X
Sujecheon
Oct 2 (Fri) - Oct
5 (Mon)
4 days
Advance
Reservation
Experience
Gyeongbokgung Palace,
Saenggwabang
Oct 7 (Wed) -
Oct 11 (Sun)
5 days
Advance
Reservation
Experience
Starlight Tour At
Gyeongbokgung Palace
Oct 7 (Wed) -
Oct 11 (Sun)
5 days
Advance
Reservation
Changdeokgung
Palace (2)
Experience
Changdeokgung Palace,
Moonlight Tour
Oct 8 (Thu) -
Oct 11 (Sun)
4 days
Advance
Reservation
Exhibition
Seongjeonggak: A
Crown Prince's Day —
Step by Step, Becoming
King
Oct 6 (Tue) - Oct
11 (Sun)
6 days
On-site
Admission
Deoksugung
Palace
(1)
Experience
Deoksugung Palace,
Seokjojeon at Night
Oct 7 (Wed) -
Oct 11 (Sun)
5 days
Advance
Reservation
Changgyeonggung
Palace
(1)
Experience
Changgyeonggung
Palace, Moonlight Lotus
Show
Oct 7 (Wed) -
Oct 11 (Sun)
5 days
Advance
Reservation
Jongmyo
(1)
Reconstruction
Gate Guard Patrol
Ceremony
Oct 9 (Fri) - Oct
11 (Sun)
3 days
On-site
Admission
(Appendix 3)
Original Programs
[Gyeongbokgung Palace] K-Royal Culture Festival Special Performance: "KBS Immortal Songs"
Performance | Advance Reservation | New
- Dates: Oct 6 (Tue), 17:00 – 21:00 (240 min) / 1 session ※ Scheduled to air on KBS2 on Oct 31 (Sat)
- Venues: Heungnyemun Square, Gyeongbokgung Palace
- Participation: Free / Lottery selection
* Applications to attend will open on the official KBS "Immortal Songs" website in September - Overview: An eve event marking the commencement of K-Royal Culture Festival Fall 2026, to be produced and broadcast as a special episode of the KBS music program "Immortal Songs"
- Highlights:
- Hosts: Shin Dong-yup, Kim Jun-hyun, Lee Chan-won
- Enhancing the global brand value of the K-Royal Culture Festival through original performance content combining K-PALACE, K-HERITAGE and K-POP under the theme "Palaces Awaken the Arts"
- Creating a global stage for audiences of all generations and from around the world, featuring a diverse lineup of artists ranging from traditional Korean music to K-POP
- Hosts: Shin Dong-yup, Kim Jun-hyun, Lee Chan-won
- Enhancing the global brand value of the K-Royal Culture Festival through original performance content combining K-PALACE, K-HERITAGE and K-POP under the theme "Palaces Awaken the Arts"
- Creating a global stage for audiences of all generations and from around the world, featuring a diverse lineup of artists ranging from traditional Korean music to K-POP
[Gyeongbokgung Palace] Hanbok Royal Banquet (Yeonhyang)
Official | Complex | Advance Reservation
- Dates: Oct 9 (Fri) – Oct 10 (Sat), 19:00–21:00 (120 min) / 1 session per day (2 sessions over 2 days)
- Venues: Gyeongbokgung Palace (nighttime viewing area)
- Participation: Free / Advance reservation
- Overview: An immersive nighttime experience themed around "Hanbok Lifestyle", a National Intangible Cultural Heritage, inviting visitors to enjoy the palace dressed in hanbok
- Highlights: Exhibition on royal court attire, hanbok fashion talk show, craft demonstrations by holders of National Intangible Cultural Heritage, traditional arts and audience-participation performances, hands-on experiences with hanbok accessories
[Gyeongbokgung Palace – Partner Program) Palace Concert: Ballet × Sujecheon
Performance | Advance Reservation
- Dates: Oct 2 (Fri) - Oct 5 (Mon)
- Venues: Jibokhae Hall, Gyeongbokgung Palace
- Overview: A crossover performance bringing together Korean royal court music and Western court dance of ballet
- Highlights:
- Artistic Director: Jo Ju-hyun (Professor, Department of Dance Performance, School of Dance, Korea National University of Arts)
- Music Directors: Shin Hyun-sik (Director, Ensemble Sinawi), Lim Young-ho (Director, Yeonhui Company "YouHee")
- Performers: K-Arts Ballet, Sujecheon Project, Yeonhui Company "YouHee"
- Artistic Director: Jo Ju-hyun (Professor, Department of Dance Performance, School of Dance, Korea National University of Arts)
- Music Directors: Shin Hyun-sik (Director, Ensemble Sinawi), Lim Young-ho (Director, Yeonhui Company "YouHee")
- Performers: K-Arts Ballet, Sujecheon Project, Yeonhui Company "YouHee"
[Changdeokgung Palace] Tracing Joseon Space : The Rhythm of Stillness
Guided | Exhibition | On-site Admission | New
- Dates: Oct 7 (Wed) - Oct 11 (Sun), 10:00 - 17:00 (Ongoing) / 5 days
- Venues: Huijeongdang Hall, Changdeokgung Palace
- Participation: Free / On-site admission (limited on-site reservation available)
- Overview: A craft exhibition exploring the spatial aesthetics of Joseon held at Huijeongdang Hall
- Highlights:
- Exhibition Director: Baek Jong-hwan (CEO of WGNB; recipient of the 2025 Seoul Architecture Award)
- Exhibits: Approximately 60 works, including pieces by holders of National Intangible Cultural Heritage, contemporary craftworks that reinterpret traditional craftsmanship
- Exhibition Director: Baek Jong-hwan (CEO of WGNB; recipient of the 2025 Seoul Architecture Award)
- Exhibits: Approximately 60 works, including pieces by holders of National Intangible Cultural Heritage, contemporary craftworks that reinterpret traditional craftsmanship
[Changdeokgung Palace] Awakening the Morning Palace
Experience | Advance Reservation
- Dates: Oct 7 (Wed) – Oct 11 (Sun), 07:30–, 08:00– (120 min) / 2 sessions per day (10 sessions over 5 days)
* Session 1: Korean visitors (Korean) / Session 2: International visitors (English) - Venues: Changdeokgung Palace (including the Secret Garden)
- Participation: Paid (KRW 10,000 per person) / Advance reservation
- Overview: A guided walking tour offering visitors an opportunity to enjoy the morning scenery of Changdeokgung Palace
- Highlights:
- Guides: Session 1: Seong Sang-woo (Architect) / Session 2: Oh Gyeong-ju (Former Heritage Guide at Changdeokgung Palace)
- Tour route: (Sesson 1) Geumcheongyo Bridge – Injeongjeon Hall – Seonjeongjeon Hall – Huijeongdang Hall – Seongjeonggak Hall – Buyongji Pond Area – Aeryeonji Pond Area – Yeongyeongdang Hall – Gwallamji Pond Area
(Session 2) Geumcheongyo Bridge – Injeongjeon Hall – Daejojeon Hall – Huijeongdang Hall – Nakseonjae Complex – Buyongji Pond Area – Aeryeonji Pond Area – Yeongyeongdang Hall – Gwallamji Pond Area
- Guides: Session 1: Seong Sang-woo (Architect) / Session 2: Oh Gyeong-ju (Former Heritage Guide at Changdeokgung Palace)
- Tour route: (Sesson 1) Geumcheongyo Bridge – Injeongjeon Hall – Seonjeongjeon Hall – Huijeongdang Hall – Seongjeonggak Hall – Buyongji Pond Area – Aeryeonji Pond Area – Yeongyeongdang Hall – Gwallamji Pond Area
(Session 2) Geumcheongyo Bridge – Injeongjeon Hall – Daejojeon Hall – Huijeongdang Hall – Nakseonjae Complex – Buyongji Pond Area – Aeryeonji Pond Area – Yeongyeongdang Hall – Gwallamji Pond Area
[Changdeokgung Palace] Gyujanggak Chogye Munsin Workshop
Experience | Advance Reservation | New
- Dates: Oct 9 (Fri) – Oct 11 (Sun), 14:30 – 15:40 (70 min) / 1 session per day (3 sessions over 3 days)
- Venues: Gyujanggak, Changdeokgung Palace
- Participation: Free / Advance reservation
- Overview: An interactive history lecture program led by virtual history-themed creator "Hyangachi" together with expert panelists
- Highlights:
| Category | Details |
| Oct 9 (Day 1) | Theme | Hunminjeongeum and Songs of Joy, Anger, Sorrow and Pleasure |
| Moderator | VTuber Hyangachi |
| Panelist | Shin Seong-hwan (Professor, Department of Korean Language and Literature,
Chung-Ang University) |
| Content | A contemporary and accessible exploration of the purpose behind the
creation of Hunminjeongeum and Korean "Sijo" poetry |
| Oct 10 (Day 2) | Theme | First Steps for New Officials: Preparing a Royal Palace Banquet |
| Moderator | VTuber Hyangachi |
| Panelist | Hong Hyeon-do (Curator, Seoul Museum of History) |
| Content | An introduction to royal banquets (jinyeon) held at the Joseon court, with
storytelling centered on the banquet preparations and procedures
documented in the Uigwe |
| Oct 11 (Day 3) | Theme | Joseon Had Its Own Photo Ops |
| Moderator | VTuber Hyangachi |
| Panelist | Kim Min-gyu (Expert Advisor, Cultural Heritage Committee) |
| Content | An accessible introduction to Joseon painting through storytelling, focusing
on "Jingyeong Sansuhwa" (true-view landscape painting) and genre painting,
which flourished during the late Joseon period |
Category
Details
Oct 9
(Day 1)
Theme
Hunminjeongeum and Songs of Joy, Anger, Sorrow and Pleasure
Moderator
VTuber Hyangachi
Panelist
Shin Seong-hwan (Professor, Department of Korean Language and Literature,
Chung-Ang University)
Content
A contemporary and accessible exploration of the purpose behind the
creation of Hunminjeongeum and Korean "Sijo" poetry
Oct 10
(Day 2)
Theme
First Steps for New Officials: Preparing a Royal Palace Banquet
Moderator
VTuber Hyangachi
Panelist
Hong Hyeon-do (Curator, Seoul Museum of History)
Content
An introduction to royal banquets (jinyeon) held at the Joseon court, with
storytelling centered on the banquet preparations and procedures
documented in the Uigwe
Oct 11
(Day 3)
Theme
Joseon Had Its Own Photo Ops
Moderator
VTuber Hyangachi
Panelist
Kim Min-gyu (Expert Advisor, Cultural Heritage Committee)
Content
An accessible introduction to Joseon painting through storytelling, focusing
on "Jingyeong Sansuhwa" (true-view landscape painting) and genre painting,
which flourished during the late Joseon period
[Changdeokgung Palace] Royal Court Games Playroom
Experience | On-site Admission
- Dates: Oct 7 (Wed) – Oct 11 (Sun), 10:00 – 17:00 (Ongoing) / 5 days
- Venues: Open area in front of Nakseonjae Hall
- Participation: Free / On-site admission
- Overview: Small-scale hands-on activities and events with the festival's "Goong-ee Doong-ee" volunteers
- Highlights:
- Volunteer-led activities including "Beat Goong-ee Doong-ee", "Palace Quiz", "Picture of the Day at Palace"'
- Exhibition of winning entries from the K-Royal Culture Festival AI Video Contest "The Man Who Lives with the King"
- Volunteer-led activities including "Beat Goong-ee Doong-ee", "Palace Quiz", "Picture of the Day at Palace"'
- Exhibition of winning entries from the K-Royal Culture Festival AI Video Contest "The Man Who Lives with the King"
[Deoksugung Palace] JunMyeongDang Hall Children's School
Experience | Advance Reservation + On-site Admission | Children
- Dates: Oct 9 (Fri) – Oct 11 (Sun), 10:00, 13:00, 16:00 (90 min) / 3 sessions per day (9 sessions over 3 days)
- Venues: Junmyeongdang Hall, Deoksugung Palace
- Participants: Children aged 7–10 (born 2016–2019)
- Participation: Paid (KRW 5,000 per person) / Advance reservation (limited on-site admission available)
- Overview: A hands-on royal education experience at Junmyeongdang Hall, where Princess Deokhye received her education
- Highlights:
- Educational activities based on historical records of Princess Deokhye's education at the Korean imperial court
- Role-play scenarios featuring a child actor as Princess Deokhye, designed to engage children and enhance immersion
- Educational activities based on historical records of Princess Deokhye's education at the Korean imperial court
- Role-play scenarios featuring a child actor as Princess Deokhye, designed to engage children and enhance immersion
[Deoksugung Palace] K-Royal Culture Festival Academic Seminar
Experience | Advance Reservation | New
- Dates: Oct 11 (Sun), 14:00 – 15:30 (90 min) / 1 session
- Venues: Jeonggwanheon Hall, Deoksugung Palace
- Participants: Professionals of cultural heritage, festival and tourism, researchers, general visitors aged 13 and above
- Participation: Free / Advance reservation
- Overview: A small-scale academic seminar for national heritage content planners and aspiring planners, held in conjunction with a research project on the development of programs for international visitors to the K-Royal Culture Festival
- Highlights:
- Theme: "K-Royal Culture Festival as a K-Content Platform"
- Theme: "K-Royal Culture Festival as a K-Content Platform"
| Category | Content | Presenter |
| Opening | Opening Remarks and Introduction of Participants | Lee Han-ho (Moderator) CEO, Juice Company |
| Project Presentation | Key Findings and Future Directions from the "2026
Research on the Development of Programs for
International Visitors to the K-Royal Culture Festival" | Hwang Tae-hee Senior Research Manager, Juice
Company |
| Featured Talks | [1] "Reimagining the Royal Palaces through AI and K-
Media Art" | Lee Lee-nam Media Artist |
| [2] "Royal Palaces Created Together with the World: The
Future of Cultural Heritage" | Oh Hee-young CEO, Just Peace Foundation |
| [3] "Royal Palaces Embrace K-Dramas and Films" | Yoo Dong-hwan Professor, Department of
Cultural Contents, Konkuk
University |
| Discussion | General Discussion and Q&A | |
| Closing | Closing Remarks | |
Category
Content
Presenter
Opening
Opening Remarks and Introduction of Participants
Lee Han-ho (Moderator)
CEO, Juice Company
Project Presentation
Key Findings and Future Directions from the "2026
Research on the Development of Programs for
International Visitors to the K-Royal Culture Festival"
Hwang Tae-hee
Senior Research Manager, Juice
Company
Featured Talks
[1] "Reimagining the Royal Palaces through AI and K-
Media Art"
Lee Lee-nam
Media Artist
[2] "Royal Palaces Created Together with the World: The
Future of Cultural Heritage"
Oh Hee-young
CEO, Just Peace Foundation
[3] "Royal Palaces Embrace K-Dramas and Films"
Yoo Dong-hwan
Professor, Department of
Cultural Contents, Konkuk
University
Discussion
General Discussion and Q&A
Closing
Closing Remarks
[Deoksugung Palace] Commemorating the 100th Anniversary of the Passing of Emperor Sunjong: From Gwangmu(光武) to Yunghui(隆熙)
Complex | On-site Admission
- Dates: Oct 7 (Wed) - Oct 11 (Sun), 10:00 - 17:00 (Ongoing) / 5 days
- Venues: Deokhongjeon Hall, Deoksugung Palace and others
- Participation: Free / On-site admission
- Overview: An exhibition and hands-on program marking the 100th anniversary of the passing of Emperor Sunjong, revisiting the Korean imperial family's efforts to safeguard Korea's sovereignty and independence
- Highlights:
- Deokhongjeon Hall: Special exhibition commemorating the 100th Anniversary of the Passing of Emperor Sunjong: From Gwangmu(光武) to Yunghui(隆熙)
- Jeong-dong Area: Guided historical tour of Deoksugung Palace with a Jeongisu (traditional storyteller)
- Deokhongjeon Hall: Special exhibition commemorating the 100th Anniversary of the Passing of Emperor Sunjong: From Gwangmu(光武) to Yunghui(隆熙)
- Jeong-dong Area: Guided historical tour of Deoksugung Palace with a Jeongisu (traditional storyteller)
[Deoksugung Palace] Gilnori: Traditional Performance Parade
Performance | On-site Admission
- Dates: Oct 11 (Sun), 14:00-, 16:00- (50 min) / 2 sessions per day
- Venues: Throughout Deoksugung Palace
- Participation: Free / On-site admission
- Overview: A lively traditional street procession bringing festive energy to the festival grounds
- Highlights: Gijeopnori (flag performance), lion dance, janggu dance, sogo dance, Samulnori
- Changgyeonggung Palace
[Changgyeonggung Palace] A Time Travel, Changgyeonggung Palace: Royal Palace Daily Life
Guided | Reconstruction | On-site Admission
- Dates: Oct 9 (Fri) – Oct 10 (Sat), 12:00–, 15:30– (120 min) / 2 sessions per day (4 sessions over 2 days)
- Venues: Throughout Changgyeonggung Palace
- Overview: Small-scale reenactments of everyday life at the Joseon royal court
- Highlights:
- Director: Song Jae-seong (Former Director of Cultural Events for "Cheong Wa Dae, Back to the People")
- Program Schedule (tentative):
- Director: Song Jae-seong (Former Director of Cultural Events for "Cheong Wa Dae, Back to the People")
- Program Schedule (tentative):
| Venue | Highlights | Schedule | Running
Time |
| Session 1 | Session 2 |
| Myeongjeongmun
Gate | [Compassion] Immun Hyulminui (臨門恤民儀):
A Heart for the People King Yeongjo personally composes the "Immun
Hyulminui" and appears before Myeongjeongmun
Gate with the crown prince to comfort the people
and distribute grain. | 13:00 | 15:30 | 20 min |
| Tongmyeongjeon
Hall | [Remembrance] A Royal Conception Dream: The
Beginning of a New Life At the Queen Dowager's quarters, the story looks
back on the conception dream of Crown Prince
Sado and the birth of King Jeongjo, portraying
the arrival of new life through dance and
performance. | 13:30 | 16:00 | 25 min |
| Haminjeong
Pavilion | [Talent] The King Welcomes New Talent Ahead of their audience with the king, officials of
the Ministry of Rites inspect the successful civil
service examination candidates. The king then
welcomes and commends the newly appointed
officials, followed by a celebratory banquet. | 14:00 | 16:30 | 25 min |
| Munjeongjeon
Hall | [Artists] The Birth of a New Royal Court Art Officials of Jangwonseo and female court
performers welcome visitors and introduce a new
royal court dance (Jeongjae) created by Crown
Prince Hyomyeong. A performance of the newly
created Jeongjae showcases the elegance of royal
court arts. | 14:30 | 17:00 | 25 min |
Venue
Highlights
Schedule
Running
Time
Session 1
Session 2
Myeongjeongmun
Gate
[Compassion] Immun Hyulminui (臨門恤民儀):
A Heart for the People
King Yeongjo personally composes the "Immun
Hyulminui" and appears before Myeongjeongmun
Gate with the crown prince to comfort the people
and distribute grain.
13:00
15:30
20 min
Tongmyeongjeon
Hall
[Remembrance] A Royal Conception Dream: The
Beginning of a New Life
At the Queen Dowager's quarters, the story looks
back on the conception dream of Crown Prince
Sado and the birth of King Jeongjo, portraying
the arrival of new life through dance and
performance.
13:30
16:00
25 min
Haminjeong
Pavilion
[Talent] The King Welcomes New Talent
Ahead of their audience with the king, officials of
the Ministry of Rites inspect the successful civil
service examination candidates. The king then
welcomes and commends the newly appointed
officials, followed by a celebratory banquet.
14:00
16:30
25 min
Munjeongjeon
Hall
[Artists] The Birth of a New Royal Court Art
Officials of Jangwonseo and female court
performers welcome visitors and introduce a new
royal court dance (Jeongjae) created by Crown
Prince Hyomyeong. A performance of the newly
created Jeongjae showcases the elegance of royal
court arts.
14:30
17:00
25 min
[Changgyeonggung Palace] Donggowol Jangwonseo
Experience | Advance Reservation + On-site Admission | Seniors
- Dates: Dates: Oct 7 (Wed) – Oct 11 (Sun), 10:00–, 14:00–, 16:00– (60 min each) / 3 sessions per day (15 sessions over 5 days)
- Venues: Education Hall inside the Grand Greenhouse, Changgyeonggung Palace
- Participants: Seniors (aged 60 and above) *Applies to advance-reservation programs
- Participation: Paid (KRW 10,000 per person) / Advance reservation (limited on-site admission available)
- Overview: A hands-on traditional horticulture experience with flowers and plants inspired by Jangwonseo, the government office responsible for landscaping the royal palaces
- Highlights:
| Category | Main Program | Related Activities |
| Program | Cultivating My Own Little Garden | Flowers of Jangwonseo |
| Participants | Advance reservation holders | On-site participants |
| Time | 10:00 – 17:00 (3 scheduled
sessions) | 10:00 – 17:00 (Ongoing) |
| Venue | Education Hall inside the Grand
Greenhouse | Side Garden of the Grand Greenhouse |
| Program Details | A hands-on flower and plant
experience exploring the
traditional horticultural culture
of Jangwonseo and the royal
palaces, where participants create
and cultivate their own small
garden (won, 苑) | Making paper flower bouquets inspired by flowers and
plants documented in historical records of Jangwonseo |
Category
Main Program
Related Activities
Program
Cultivating My Own Little Garden
Flowers of Jangwonseo
Participants
Advance reservation holders
On-site participants
Time
10:00 – 17:00 (3 scheduled
sessions)
10:00 – 17:00 (Ongoing)
Venue
Education Hall inside the Grand
Greenhouse
Side Garden of the Grand Greenhouse
Program Details
A hands-on flower and plant
experience exploring the
traditional horticultural culture
of Jangwonseo and the royal
palaces, where participants create
and cultivate their own small
garden (won, 苑)
Making paper flower bouquets inspired by flowers and
plants documented in historical records of Jangwonseo
[Changgyeonggung Palace, Changdeokgung Palace] You in Hanbok, Walking Through a Painting
Experience | Advance Reservation | New
- Dates: Oct 7 (Wed) – Oct 11 (Sun), 09:20, 09:50, 10:20, 13:20, 13:50 (160 min) / 5 sessions per day (25 sessions over 5 days)
- Venues: Changgyeonggung Palace (Yanghwadang Hall, Gyeongchunjeon Hall), Changdeokgung Palace (Royal Infirmary, Secret Garden), and other locations
- Overview: An immersive tour program where participants dress in traditional hanbok and enjoy a palace date itinerary
- Participation: Paid (KRW 15,000 per pair / Advance reservation)
- Highlights:
| [1] Change into
hanbok | ≫ | [2] Experience at
your own pace | ≫ | [3] Events for
experiences | ≫ | [4] Change back
into everyday
clothes |
| ․Traditional hanbok
fitting and
hairstyling
experience
(Yanghwadang Hall
and
Gyeongchunjeon
Hall,
Changgyeonggung
Palace) | ․Self-guided visit * Recommended
route provided | ․Digital painting
album experience ․Royal
refreshments
experience (Royal Infirmary,
Changdeokgung
Palace) | ․Change back into
everyday clothes (Yanghwadang Hall
and Gyeongchunjeon
Hall,
Changgyeonggung
Palace) |
[1] Change into
hanbok
≫
[2] Experience at
your own pace
≫
[3] Events for
experiences
≫
[4] Change back
into everyday
clothes
․Traditional hanbok
fitting and
hairstyling
experience
(Yanghwadang Hall
and
Gyeongchunjeon
Hall,
Changgyeonggung
Palace)
․Self-guided visit
* Recommended
route provided
․Digital painting
album experience
․Royal
refreshments
experience
(Royal Infirmary,
Changdeokgung
Palace)
․Change back into
everyday clothes
(Yanghwadang Hall
and Gyeongchunjeon
Hall,
Changgyeonggung
Palace)
[Changgyeonggung Palace] Gilnori: Traditional Performance Parade
Performance | On-site Admission
- Dates: Oct 10 (Sat), 11:00–, 14:30– (50 min each) / 2 sessions
- Venues: Throughout Changgyeonggung Palace
- Participation: Free / On-site admission
- Overview: A lively traditional street procession bringing festive energy to the festival grounds
- Highlights: Gijeopnori (flag performance), lion dance, janggu dance, sogo dance, Samulnori
[Changgyeonggung Palace – Partner Program) Moonlight Lotus Show at Changgyeonggung Palace
Experience | Advance Reservation
- Dates: Oct 7 (Wed) - Oct 11 (Sun)
- Venues: Chundangji Pond Area, Changgyeonggung Palace
- Participation: Paid (KRW 1,000 per person) / Advance reservation (limited on-site admission available)
- Overview: A self-guided program combining media art, performances and light-themed installations throughout the Chundangji Pond area
- Highlights:
| Category | Theme | Details |
| Scene 1 | Flow of
Conversation
(Entrance Path) | Presentation | The journey back in time begins
as lights among the trees
illuminate in sequence. |
| Meaning | Hwa (話), meaning
"conversation": a journey back in
time to Changgyeonggung
Palace of the past |
| Scene 2 | Moonlight
Lotus Show (Daechundangji
Pond) *Media Art
Presentation | Presentation | A panoramic screen formed by
the surrounding trees, with the
water serving as a reflective
surface |
| Meaning | Hwa (花), meaning "flower":
flowers of harmony and
coexistence bloom in light upon
the water |
| Featured Works | From Honghwa to Chundang
(2021, 8 min) Moonlight Lotus Show at
Changgyeonggung Palace (2023,
8 min) |
| Scene 3 | Light of the
White Pine (White Pine
Tree) | Presentation | Light created through tree
illumination |
| Meaning | Hwa (畵), meaning "painting":
recalling the splendor and
grandeur of Changgyeonggung
Palace |
| Scene 4 | Light of
Harmony (Grand
Greenhouse) | Presentation | Lighting using illuminated trees
and ground-projected gobo
patterns |
| Meaning | Hwa (華), meaning "splendor":
the light of tradition and
modernity coexisting beyond
the pain of history |
| Scene 5 | Breath of
Water (Sochundangji
Pond) *Media Art
Presentation | Presentation | A panoramic screen formed by
the surrounding trees, with the
water serving as a reflective
surface |
| Meaning | Hwa (婲), meaning "beauty":
memories and emotions of joy,
anger, sorrow and pleasure
embedded in
Changgyeonggung Palace |
| Featured Works | Breath of Water (2023, 3 min 37
sec) / Continuous screening |
| Scene 6 | Light of Peace (Walking Path) | Presentation | A tunnel of light created using
garden lasers |
| Meaning | Hwa (訸), meaning "peace":
healing and transcending
conflict and discord |
| Scene 7 | Honghwa in
Waterlight (Pathway 1) | Presentation | Rippling waves of light flowing
along the path, created with
ground-projected gobo lighting |
| Meaning | Hwa (和), meaning "harmony":
the spirit of harmony and
renewal at Changgyeonggung
Palace |
| Scene 8 | The Eternal
Palace (Pathway 2) | Presentation | Rippling waves of light flowing
along the path, created with
ground-projected gobo lighting |
| Meaning | Hwa (化), meaning
"transformation": returning to
the present accompanied by the
palace's radiant and harmonious
energy |
Category
Theme
Details
Scene 1
Flow of
Conversation
(Entrance Path)
Presentation
The journey back in time begins
as lights among the trees
illuminate in sequence.
Meaning
Hwa (話), meaning
"conversation": a journey back in
time to Changgyeonggung
Palace of the past
Scene 2
Moonlight
Lotus Show
(Daechundangji
Pond)
*Media Art
Presentation
Presentation
A panoramic screen formed by
the surrounding trees, with the
water serving as a reflective
surface
Meaning
Hwa (花), meaning "flower":
flowers of harmony and
coexistence bloom in light upon
the water
Featured Works
From Honghwa to Chundang
(2021, 8 min)
Moonlight Lotus Show at
Changgyeonggung Palace (2023,
8 min)
Scene 3
Light of the
White Pine
(White Pine
Tree)
Presentation
Light created through tree
illumination
Meaning
Hwa (畵), meaning "painting":
recalling the splendor and
grandeur of Changgyeonggung
Palace
Scene 4
Light of
Harmony
(Grand
Greenhouse)
Presentation
Lighting using illuminated trees
and ground-projected gobo
patterns
Meaning
Hwa (華), meaning "splendor":
the light of tradition and
modernity coexisting beyond
the pain of history
Scene 5
Breath of
Water
(Sochundangji
Pond)
*Media Art
Presentation
Presentation
A panoramic screen formed by
the surrounding trees, with the
water serving as a reflective
surface
Meaning
Hwa (婲), meaning "beauty":
memories and emotions of joy,
anger, sorrow and pleasure
embedded in
Changgyeonggung Palace
Featured Works
Breath of Water (2023, 3 min 37
sec) / Continuous screening
Scene 6
Light of Peace
(Walking Path)
Presentation
A tunnel of light created using
garden lasers
Meaning
Hwa (訸), meaning "peace":
healing and transcending
conflict and discord
Scene 7
Honghwa in
Waterlight
(Pathway 1)
Presentation
Rippling waves of light flowing
along the path, created with
ground-projected gobo lighting
Meaning
Hwa (和), meaning "harmony":
the spirit of harmony and
renewal at Changgyeonggung
Palace
Scene 8
The Eternal
Palace
(Pathway 2)
Presentation
Rippling waves of light flowing
along the path, created with
ground-projected gobo lighting
Meaning
Hwa (化), meaning
"transformation": returning to
the present accompanied by the
palace's radiant and harmonious
energy
[Jongmyo] Jongmyo Shrine Architectural Expedition
Experience | Advance Reservation | Teenagers
- Dates: Oct 10 (Sat) – Oct 11 (Sun), 09:30–, 11:30–, 14:00–, 16:00– (60 min each) / 4 sessions per day (8 sessions over 2 days)
- Venues: Throughout Jongmyo Shrine
- Young visitors aged 11–18 (born 2008–2015)
- Participation: Paid (KRW 5,000 per person) / Advance reservation
- Overview: A mission-based guided tour exploring the architecture and stories of the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Jongmyo Shrine
- Highlights:
| Category | Venue | Details |
| Introduction
&
Orientation | [1] In front of
Jidang Pond | ⦁Introduction to Jongmyo Shrine and traditional Korean
architecture, followed by an overview of the missions
⦁Division into groups and mission instructions (activity sheets
provided) |
| Main
Program | [2] Hyangdaecheong
Hall | ⦁Learn about Mangmyoru Pavilion and the Shrine to King
Gongmin, then find ritual objects at Hyangdaecheong Hall and
discover the purpose of each |
| [3] Jaegung | ⦁Explore the functions and role of Jaegung, a secluded space
enclosed by walls |
| [4] Jeongjeon
Hall | ⦁Mission: Uncover the secret of the world's longest wooden shrine
building, expanded from 7 to 19 bays! |
| [5] Yeongnyeongjeon
Hall | ⦁Mission: Spot the Differences: Jeongjeon vs. Yeongnyeongjeon |
| Wrap-up | [6] Akgongcheong | ⦁Review the activities and share reflections on the experience |
Category
Venue
Details
Introduction
&
Orientation
[1] In front of
Jidang Pond
⦁Introduction to Jongmyo Shrine and traditional Korean
architecture, followed by an overview of the missions
⦁Division into groups and mission instructions (activity sheets
provided)
Main
Program
[2] Hyangdaecheong
Hall
⦁Learn about Mangmyoru Pavilion and the Shrine to King
Gongmin, then find ritual objects at Hyangdaecheong Hall and
discover the purpose of each
[3] Jaegung
⦁Explore the functions and role of Jaegung, a secluded space
enclosed by walls
[4] Jeongjeon
Hall
⦁Mission: Uncover the secret of the world's longest wooden shrine
building, expanded from 7 to 19 bays!
[5] Yeongnyeongjeon
Hall
⦁Mission: Spot the Differences: Jeongjeon vs. Yeongnyeongjeon
Wrap-up
[6] Akgongcheong
⦁Review the activities and share reflections on the experience
[General] K-Royal Culture Festival Stamp Tour
Experience | On-site Admission
- Dates: Oct 7 (Wed) – Oct 11 (Sun), 09:00–18:00 (Ongoing) / 5 days
- Venues: Four Royal Palaces and Jongmyo Shrine
- Participation: Free / On-site admission
- Overview: A K-Royal Culture Festival stamp tour connecting the Four Royal Palaces and Jongmyo Shrine
- Highlights: Participants pick up a stamp book at the Festival information desk, visit designated tour spots at the royal palaces and Jongmyo Shrine, and collect stamps to complete the mission. Commemorative gifts available on a first-come, first-served basis upon completion.
[General] Palace Pass: Hyangnang
Experience | Advance Reservation
- Dates: Oct 7 (Wed) – Oct 11 (Sun) / 5 days
- Venues: Four Royal Palaces and Jongmyo Shrine
- Participation: Advance reservation
- Overview: A special festival pass that also serves as a souvenir, offering unlimited admission to the Four Royal Palaces and Jongmyo Shrine throughout the Festival period
- Highlights:
- Unlimited admission to the Four Royal Palaces and Jongmyo Shrine
* Excludes nighttime admission to Gyeongbokgung Palace and admission to the Secret Garden at Changdeokgung Palace - One complimentary drink voucher for the palace coffee shop "K-Heritage Store"
- Unlimited admission to the Four Royal Palaces and Jongmyo Shrine
* Excludes nighttime admission to Gyeongbokgung Palace and admission to the Secret Garden at Changdeokgung Palace - One complimentary drink voucher for the palace coffee shop "K-Heritage Store"
[Online] Genre Painting For All 2026
Hanbok | Online | Experience
- Dates: Sep 18 (Fri) – Nov 1 (Sun), 10:00 – 24:00 (Ongoing) / 45 days
- Venues: Online ("Genre Painting for All" website / pungsokdo.com)
- Participation: Free / Online
- Overview: An interactive online program where participants create their own Joseon-era characters
- Highlights: Participants visit the website and create their own characters by selecting and combining different poses, costumes and facial expressions
(Appendix 4)
Reservation-Required Programs
Overview of Advance Reservation
- Tickets Open: Sep 4 (Fri) 2026, from 12:00 / Ticketlink (ticketlink.co.kr)
- Ticket Inquiries: Ticketlink Call Center (+82 1588-7890)
Advance Reservation Schedule
| No. | Program | Booking Opens | Venues | Dates | Price (per
person) | Age |
| 1 | Hanbok Royal
Banquet
(Yeonhyang) | Sep 4 (Fri) 12:00 | Throughout
Gyeongbokgung
Palace (nighttime viewing
area) | Oct 9 (Fri) – Oct 10
(Sat) | Free | Ages 7+ |
| 2 | Palace Pass:
Hyangnang | Sep 4 (Fri) 12:00 | Four Royal Palaces
and Jongmyo
Shrine | Oct 7 (Wed) – Oct
11 (Sun) | KRW
12,000 | All ages |
| 3 | Awakening the
Morning Palace | Sep 4 (Fri) 14:00 | Changdeokgung
Palace (including
the Secret Garden) | Oct 7 (Wed) – Oct
11 (Sun) | KRW
10,000 | Ages 7+ |
| 4 | Gyujanggak
Chogye Munsin Workshop | Sep 4 (Fri) 14:00 | Gyujanggak and
Geomseocheong,
Changdeokgung
Palace | Oct 9 (Fri) – Oct 11
(Sun) | Free | Ages 13+ |
| 5 | JunMyeongDang
Hall Children's
School | Sep 4 (Fri) 14:00 | Jungmyeongjeon
Hall, Deoksugung
Palace | Oct 9 (Fri) – Oct 11
(Sun) | KRW
5,000 | Ages 7-10 |
| 6 | Donggowol
Jangwonseo | Sep 4 (Fri) 15:00 | Education Hall,
Grand
Greenhouse,
Changgyeonggung
Palace | Oct 7 (Wed) – Oct
11 (Sun) | KRW
10,000 | Ages 60+ |
| 7 | You in Hanbok,
Walking Through a
Painting | Sep 4 (Fri) 15:00 | Throughout
Changgyeonggung
and
Changdeokgung
Palaces | Oct 7 (Wed) – Oct
11 (Sun) | KRW
15,000 | Ages 19+ |
| 8 | Jongmyo Shrine
Architectural
Expedition | Sep 4 (Fri) 16:00 | Throughout
Jongmyo Shrine | Oct 10 (Sat) – Oct
11 (Sun) | KRW
5,000 | Ages 11-18 |
| 9 | K-Royal Culture
Festival Academic
Seminar | Sep 4 (Fri) 16:00 | Jeonggwanheon
Hall, Deoksugung
Palace | Oct 11 (Sun) | Free | Ages 13+ |
| 10 | (Partner Program) Moonlight Lotus
Show at
Changgyeonggung
Palace | Sep 11 (Fri) 11:00 | Chundangji Pond
Area,
Changgyeonggung
Palace | Oct 7 (Wed) – Nov
1 (Sun) | KRW
1,000 (Up to 4
tickets
per
person) | Ages 7+ |
| 11 | (Partner Program) Palace Concert:
Ballet × Sujecheon | Sep 11 (Fri) 17:00 | Jibokjae Hall,
Gyeongbokgung
Palace | Oct 2 (Fri) – Oct 5
(Mon) | KRW
20,000 | Ages 7+ |
No.
Program
Booking Opens
Venues
Dates
Price
(per
person)
Age
1
Hanbok Royal
Banquet
(Yeonhyang)
Sep 4 (Fri)
12:00
Throughout
Gyeongbokgung
Palace
(nighttime viewing
area)
Oct 9 (Fri) – Oct 10
(Sat)
Free
Ages 7+
2
Palace Pass:
Hyangnang
Sep 4 (Fri)
12:00
Four Royal Palaces
and Jongmyo
Shrine
Oct 7 (Wed) – Oct
11 (Sun)
KRW
12,000
All ages
3
Awakening the
Morning Palace
Sep 4 (Fri)
14:00
Changdeokgung
Palace (including
the Secret Garden)
Oct 7 (Wed) – Oct
11 (Sun)
KRW
10,000
Ages 7+
4
Gyujanggak
Chogye Munsin
Workshop
Sep 4 (Fri)
14:00
Gyujanggak and
Geomseocheong,
Changdeokgung
Palace
Oct 9 (Fri) – Oct 11
(Sun)
Free
Ages 13+
5
JunMyeongDang
Hall Children's
School
Sep 4 (Fri)
14:00
Jungmyeongjeon
Hall, Deoksugung
Palace
Oct 9 (Fri) – Oct 11
(Sun)
KRW
5,000
Ages 7-10
6
Donggowol
Jangwonseo
Sep 4 (Fri)
15:00
Education Hall,
Grand
Greenhouse,
Changgyeonggung
Palace
Oct 7 (Wed) – Oct
11 (Sun)
KRW
10,000
Ages 60+
7
You in Hanbok,
Walking Through a
Painting
Sep 4 (Fri)
15:00
Throughout
Changgyeonggung
and
Changdeokgung
Palaces
Oct 7 (Wed) – Oct
11 (Sun)
KRW
15,000
Ages 19+
8
Jongmyo Shrine
Architectural
Expedition
Sep 4 (Fri)
16:00
Throughout
Jongmyo Shrine
Oct 10 (Sat) – Oct
11 (Sun)
KRW
5,000
Ages 11-18
9
K-Royal Culture
Festival Academic
Seminar
Sep 4 (Fri)
16:00
Jeonggwanheon
Hall, Deoksugung
Palace
Oct 11 (Sun)
Free
Ages 13+
10
(Partner Program)
Moonlight Lotus
Show at
Changgyeonggung
Palace
Sep 11 (Fri)
11:00
Chundangji Pond
Area,
Changgyeonggung
Palace
Oct 7 (Wed) – Nov
1 (Sun)
KRW
1,000
(Up to 4
tickets
per
person)
Ages 7+
11
(Partner Program)
Palace Concert:
Ballet × Sujecheon
Sep 11 (Fri)
17:00
Jibokjae Hall,
Gyeongbokgung
Palace
Oct 2 (Fri) – Oct 5
(Mon)
KRW
20,000
Ages 7+
Advance Reservation Schedule for International Visitor Programs
| No. | Program | Booking Opens | Venues | Dates | Price | Age |
| 1 | Hanbok Royal
Banquet
(Yeonhyang) | Sep 4 (Fri) 12:00 | Changdeokgung
Palace (including
the Secret Garden) | Oct 9 (Fri) – Oct 10
(Sat) | Free | Ages 7+ |
| 2 | Awakening the
Morning Palace | Sep 4 (Fri) 14:00 | Changdeokgung
Palace (including
the Secret Garden) | Oct 7 (Wed) – Oct 11
(Sun) | KRW
10,000 | Ages 7+ |
| 3 | (Partner
Program) Palace Concert:
Ballet ×
Sujecheon | Sep 11 (Fri) 17:00 | Jibokjae Hall,
Gyeongbokgung
Palace | Oct 2 (Fri) – Oct 5
(Mon) | KRW
20,000 | Ages 7+ |
No.
Program
Booking Opens
Venues
Dates
Price
Age
1
Hanbok Royal
Banquet
(Yeonhyang)
Sep 4 (Fri)
12:00
Changdeokgung
Palace (including
the Secret Garden)
Oct 9 (Fri) – Oct 10
(Sat)
Free
Ages 7+
2
Awakening the
Morning Palace
Sep 4 (Fri)
14:00
Changdeokgung
Palace (including
the Secret Garden)
Oct 7 (Wed) – Oct 11
(Sun)
KRW
10,000
Ages 7+
3
(Partner
Program)
Palace Concert:
Ballet ×
Sujecheon
Sep 11 (Fri)
17:00
Jibokjae Hall,
Gyeongbokgung
Palace
Oct 2 (Fri) – Oct 5
(Mon)
KRW
20,000
Ages 7+
CONTACT:
Ahn Young-min
Tel. 822-6450-3836
Choe Jeong-yun
Tel. 822-6450-3834
Cha Ji-eun
Tel. 822-6450-3838
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