Jinju Namgang Yudeung Festival (진주남강유등축제)
Oct 3–18, 2026 · Jinju Castle and Namgang River area · Gyeongsangnam-do · Free admission
Yudeung (floating lanterns) originated during the Imjin War as a military signal and means of communication between defenders of Jinju Castle and militia…
Ways in
- 무료 입장 — walk-in · Free
Good to know
- Hours: 13:00~23:00
- Organizer: 진주시, 진주문화예술재단, 진주문화관광재단
- 626 Namgang-ro, Bonseong-dong, Jinju, Gyeongsangnam-do
Questions
- When is Jinju Namgang Yudeung Festival on?
- Jinju Namgang Yudeung Festival runs Oct 3–18, 2026. Hours: 13:00~23:00.
- Where is Jinju Namgang Yudeung Festival?
- Jinju Castle and Namgang River area, Gyeongsangnam-do. 626 Namgang-ro, Bonseong-dong, Jinju, Gyeongsangnam-do.
- How much does Jinju Namgang Yudeung Festival cost?
- Entry is free. Paid areas: 무료 입장: Free.
- How do you get into Jinju Namgang Yudeung Festival?
- There is one way in: 무료 입장 — Free.
- Can you get into Jinju Namgang Yudeung Festival without booking?
- Yes. 무료 입장 is open access — no reservation needed.