"Dreaming Butterfly, The Beginning Journey"... Hampyeong County Kicks Off Butterfly Festival

Held at Hampyeong Expo Park and Surrounding Areas Until May 5

The 28th Hampyeong Butterfly Festival, held in Hampyeong County, South Jeolla Province, kicked off its 12-day journey with an opening ceremony under the theme "Dreaming Butterfly, The Beginning Journey."

Hampyeong County held the opening ceremony of the 28th Hampyeong Butterfly Festival, Korea's representative spring festival, on the 24th. Provided by Hampyeong County

On April 24, Hampyeong County announced the launch of the 28th Hampyeong Butterfly Festival, recognized as Korea's representative spring festival, with an opening event.

The 28th Butterfly Festival in Hampyeong County, themed "Dreaming Butterfly, The Beginning Journey," will run from today until May 5 at the Hampyeong Expo Park and surrounding areas.

The opening ceremony began with a pre-event performance, followed by a commemorative speech, greetings from special guests, a dance performance by children from a daycare center, and an introduction of distinguished guests. During the butterfly release event that followed, butterflies in a variety of colors soared into the sky, marking the official start of the festival.

Numerous visitors, children, and local residents who came to the festival participated in the opening ceremony, witnessing the release of the butterflies and sharing in the excitement of the festival’s commencement. The venue was filled with the vibrant energy of guests eager to enjoy the spring celebration.

After the opening ceremony, attendees moved to Nabipark, a newly unveiled attraction for this year’s festival, where they held an additional opening event and toured major facilities, celebrating the successful launch of the festival together.

The 28th Hampyeong Butterfly Festival features a wide array of programs designed to allow visitors to experience the beauty of life amid nature, where butterflies and spring flowers flourish. There are ecological experiences, cultural performances, exhibitions, and a variety of interactive programs tailored for families, all offering visitors plenty of entertainment and the chance to create special memories.

In particular, the festival is drawing attention for its overarching message of "Dreaming Butterfly," which aims to provide a new festival experience where nature, people, and the local community come together in harmony.

Lee Sang-ik, Mayor of Hampyeong County, stated, "The Hampyeong Butterfly Festival is an event where you can appreciate the value of life and the spirit of spring in nature. I hope many tourists will visit and have a meaningful time."

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