The 8th Gwangyang Millennium Dongbaek Festival: "A Thousand-Year Forest, Dongbaek Flowers Bloom"

A Two-Day Festival at the Dongbaek Forest of Okgoksa Temple Site on April 5-6

The Gwangyang Dongbaek Festival Organizing Committee in Jeonnam (Chairman Lee Woohong) announced on the 26th that the Gwangyang Millennium Dongbaek Festival will be held for two days, from April 5 to 6, at the Dongbaek Forest in Okgoksa Temple Site, Okgok-myeon (424 Chusan-ri, Okgok-myeon).

Celebrating its 8th year, this festival will be held under the theme "A Millennium Forest, Camellias in Bloom," and will be filled with a variety of entertaining activities, food, attractions, and hands-on experiences.

The Gwangyang Dongbaek Festival will be held from April 5 to April 6 at the Okryong Temple Site Dongbaek Forest area in Okryong-myeon (424 Chusan-ri, Okryong-myeon) as part of the Gwangyang Millennium Dongbaek Festival. Provided by Gwangyang City

On the first day, April 5, the festival will kick off with a safety prayer ceremony wishing for the event’s success, followed by an opening ceremony, a street parade, an impromptu stage for tourists, and performances by popular singers (Hangang, Jiwoni). Additionally, a children's drawing contest and a writing contest will be held to promote the beautiful scenery of the Dongbaek Forest.

On the second day, April 6, various hands-on programs will be available, along with the Dongbaek Song Festival featuring residents from 12 towns and villages. The festival will conclude with special performances (Hwang Minho, Lee Jeongok, and others) that will further enhance the festive atmosphere.

Other side events include a nostalgic treasure hunt, Doseon Guksa village experiences (making rice cake, tofu, Injeolmi, Maesilgangjeong, and Dalgona), an OX quiz, a storytelling photo exhibition and nostalgic photo gallery, as well as free photo shoots and prints. A variety of programs are prepared for the whole family to enjoy together.

Chairman Lee Woohong said, "I hope that many visitors will enjoy the beauty of the Dongbaek Forest at Okgoksa Temple Site during this festival and create precious memories through the diverse performances and hands-on activities. I wish for the Gwangyang Millennium Dongbaek Festival to bring vitality and joy to everyone."

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