Autumn · Jinju, South Gyeongsang

Jinju Namgang Lantern Festival

진주남강유등축제

Visit Jinjuseong Fortress and the banks of the Namgang River to see the lantern displays after dark.

Last held 3Oct 2026 to 18 Oct 2026 Next dates pending
Lantern sculptures glowing on the Namgang river at night in Jinju, with crowds walking along the riverbank
Jinju namgang lantern festival.jpg · Asfreeas (Korean Wikipedia) Photo credit

This edition has ended. The next dates appear here once the organiser publishes them.

Dates

Past edition · 3 to 18 October 2026. Consult the festival site for the next programme.

Venue

Jinjuseong Fortress and the Namgang riverfront

진주성

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Getting there

Start at Jinju Intercity Bus Terminal. The organiser’s transport map connects the terminal with stops on both banks of the river. Choose the bank nearest the display you plan to visit.

Getting back

Check the festival traffic guide and your final departure from Jinju before the evening lights. Special shuttle routes and timetables depend on the edition.

Official visitor information

Dates and programmes come from the organisers. Check the official notice before you travel.