Mokpo Cultural Heritage Night Festival to Open on the 17th

Theme: "Modern Times: The Story of Mokpo's Opening Port Era"

Mokpo Cultural Heritage Night Tour Event Poster.

The city of Mokpo, South Jeolla Province, announced on October 13 that it will host the "2025 Mokpo Cultural Heritage Night Festival" from October 17 to 19 for three days in the Mokpo Modern History and Culture District.

Now in its eighth year, the festival is themed "Modern Times: The Story of Mokpo's Opening Port Era" and features performances and hands-on programs set against the backdrop of Mokpo during the modern port-opening period, offering citizens and tourists a unique autumn night experience.

On the opening day, the musical "Modern Times," which depicts Mokpo's port-opening era, will be staged, along with a themed performance inspired by the 4·8 Independence Movement, presenting a moving stage that combines history and art.

At Modern History Museum Hall 2, a variety of musical performances will take place, including "Night, Cultural Heritage and Music" by the Mokpo University Student Orchestra, the jazz performance "Mokpo Jazz Show," and "Mokpo in Rhapsody: Time Travel Concert," which features popular songs from different eras.

At Gyeongdong Cathedral, traditional arts performances will be held, such as "Meeting the Master Singers" with intangible cultural heritage holders Park Banggeum and Ahn Buduk, a traditional dance performance by the late Woobong Lee Maebang, and Korean creative dance. "Gyeongdong Night Streets Immersed in Music," which blends the cathedral's architectural beauty with music, will further enhance the autumn atmosphere.

In the auditorium of the former Mokpo Public Elementary School, there will be a demonstration and exhibition of jade craft by national intangible cultural heritage holder Jang Juwon. In the outdoor experience zone, family-oriented programs such as "Traditional Folk Games Festival" will be available.

Additionally, a newly established "K-Gourmet Zone" at the former Yudal Gas Station site will offer quick meals featuring local seafood, such as Mokpo octopus. Throughout the modern history street area, visitors can enjoy the "Moonlight Tour Wish Lanterns," modern trolley bus rides, and Gyeongseong-style costume experiences, providing unique memories.

This year's night festival is further enriched by the participation of local institutions such as Mokpo University, Mokpo Science University, Yedam High School, Mokpo Cultural Foundation, and Bohae Brewery, which have contributed to the performances and hands-on programs.

A city official stated, "Through this night festival, we hope to shed new light on Mokpo's history and the value of its cultural heritage as the nation's only independently opened port city, and to develop it into a festival enjoyed by both citizens and tourists."

This content was produced with the assistance of AI translation services.