A Vibrant Autumn Festival for Families
Featuring Gugak, Song Competitions, and Hands-On Experience Booths

The city of Gumi will host the 12th Kumo Arts Festival from October 10 to 12 at the Kumo Mountain Fountain Plaza.


This event, organized by the Gumi branch of the Korean Federation of Arts and Culture Organizations (Chairman Lee Jeongseop), is a comprehensive local arts festival with participation from seven affiliated branches. It will be held in conjunction with the Gumi Culture and Arts Club Festival, offering a diverse and vibrant program.

Left) 11th Kumo Arts Festival Right) 12th Kumo Arts Festival Poster

Left) 11th Kumo Arts Festival Right) 12th Kumo Arts Festival Poster

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First launched in 2014, the Kumo Arts Festival is a signature regional cultural event that combines performances, exhibitions, and hands-on experiences.


This year, the festival will take place over the weekend immediately following the Chuseok holiday, providing families with an opportunity to enjoy culture and the arts together.


On the first day, October 10, the Club Festival competition stage will open at 4 p.m. This will be followed by a fire show, a performance by the Citizens’ Orchestra, an arts awards ceremony recognizing contributors to the development of local arts, and a special performance by guest singer Son Bina.


On October 11 at 3 p.m., the puppet play "Winter Story" will be performed at Ye Gallery, while the 25th Gumi Gugak Festival will take place at the Fountain Plaza.


On the final day, October 12, the 37th Gumi National Song Festival, featuring talented singers from across the country, will welcome audiences. In addition, free experience booths such as face painting and craft workshops will be available throughout the festival, adding to the festive atmosphere.



Lee Jeongseop, head of the Gumi Arts Council, stated, "We have prepared high-quality performances and exhibitions by local artists for citizens to enjoy comfortably," adding, "We expect the festival to invigorate the local economy as well."


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