Beopseongpo Danoje (Dano Festival of Beopseongpo) (영광법성포단오제)

Explanation

Dano Festival of Beopseongpo, which began during the Joseon period, is a traditional folk festival with a history of over 500 years. The festival is held annually on dano, the 5^th day of the 5^th month of the lunar calendar. Designated as a national intangible cultural heritage in 2012, it is one of the major festivals of Korea. During the festival, various programs take place, including the Dragon King offering ritual for the safety of fishermen, a Ssireum (Korean Wrestling) contest, women’s boating, hands-on experience programs, and various folk performances.

Inquiry

Beopseongpo Danoje Festival Preservation Association, Beopseongpo Danoje Festival Committee +82-61-356-4331

Homepage

tour.yeonggwang.go.kr

Information Use

Event Start Date : 2025년 05월 29일

Event end date : 2025년 06월 01일

Venue : Beopseongpo

Show time : 10:00-22:00

Organizer info : Beopseongpo Danoje Festival Preservation Association, Beopseongpo Danoje Festival Committee

Contact the organizer : +82-61-356-4331

Charges (Hours) : Free

More information

Introduction
Dano Festival of Beopseongpo, which began during the Joseon period, is a traditional folk festival with a history of over 500 years. The festival is held annually on dano, the 5^th day of the 5^th month of the lunar calendar. Designated as a national intangible cultural heritage in 2012, it is one of the major festivals of Korea. During the festival, various programs take place, including the Dragon King offering ritual for the safety of fishermen, a Ssireum (Korean Wrestling) contest, women’s boating, hands-on experience programs, and various folk performances.

Programs
Celebratory performances, festival rituals, Ssireum (Korean wrestling) contest, hands-on experiences, etc.

Location

154-13 Jingulbi-gil, Beopseong-myeon, Yeonggwang-gun, Jeollanam-do