Join Korean region's village festival empowering and connecting locals and foreigners. A curated immersion into Korea’s soulful south with fun team challenges, local food, and live music.
Sponsored by Cheongdo County for Shared Empowerment through Travel
We warmly invite you to a vibrant one-day outdoor festival celebrating the unique local charm of Cheongdo. Internationals, Koreans travelers, families, locals - everyone is welcomed to join a day filled with fun activities, team challenges, local food, and live music. Whether you seek live music, local food or exploring the Korean countryside, it promises to be an unforgettable day of connection and discovery in the heart of the countryside. We teamed up with the regional Cheongdo government to offer this special event to showcase Cheongdo’s local charm to international visitors.
You can expect:
Organized outdoor activities
Team challenges
Local lunchbox (add-on)
Live DJ
Lucky draw and locally sourced souvenirs
Guided Cheongdo Eupseong fortress and old-town tour (optional)
Workshop and activities in local shops (add-on)
A chartered bus service operates from Seoul and Dongdaegu to Cheongdo Fortress. (The bus option can be selected as an add-on during booking.)
By registering, you will be entered into a lucky draw event.
Who it's for
International residents and students in Korea who are interested in culture, music, food, and community-based local festivals
Creative travelers and culture lovers who enjoy discovering regional Korea through art, performances, workshops, and local stories
Multicultural friend groups — Korean nationals are welcome when attending with international friends
Foreign-led and mixed communities (students, creatives, entrepreneurs, and community members) looking to connect with locals in an open, festive setting
The event is open to travelers of non-Korean nationality and Korean nationals who wish to accompany their international friends.
Location: Green field near the west gate of Cheongdo Fortress (청도읍성)
Cheongdo Fortress is distinctive not because it stands apart from daily life, but because it contains it. Unlike many historic fortresses where heritage is preserved as something to be viewed from the outside, Cheongdo’s fortress encloses a living neighborhood—homes, small streets, and everyday routines unfolding within its walls. Here, historical assets are not frozen relics but part of the present tense, woven into ordinary life. Walking through the fortress is less about visiting a monument and more about encountering a place where history and daily living continue to coexist, quietly and without ceremony.
Please find Seomun Juchajang(서문주차장) on Naver Map to find the pin.
Located in the heart of Korea’s southeastern region, Cheongdo is shaped by its geography. Here, everyday life unfolds through farming, craftsmanship, and seasonal cycles that have shaped the community for generations.
Day 1 (May 24, 2026) — The festival officially starts at 13:00.
13:00 - 13:15 Registration
13:15 - 13:30 Festival Opening remarks
13:30 - 17:00 Life Performances, Team Games, Local Food booth, Local Community booth, Optional tours and workshops
17:00 - 17:30 Lucky draw
17:30 - 18:00 Closing remarks
Inclusions
On-stage program
Activities at the festival
Live music and performance
Optional Add-ons
The Mission: Empowering Cheongdo Tourism
This program is operating as part of a specialized initiative aimed to revitalize international tourism in the Cheongdo region throughout 2026.
Our core goal is that foreign residents can sustainably experience the region's hidden assets, heritage, and authentic, local-led experiential activities.
The Cheongdo local government is sponsoring this festival to proactively assess the inbound tourism potential of the Cheongdo region and to establish Cheongdo as a key hub city for future foreign visitor attraction. By supporting this festival the regional government aims to:
Confirm the region’s capacity to handle international tourism and international events.
Foster economic growth through foreign exchange.
Strengthen Cheongdo’s role as an educational and cultural gateway
Expected Participant Questions (FAQs)
Q: Am I confirmed to join the festival once I register?
A: Upon successful registration, a confirmation email will be sent. Prior to the event, a separate email and/or text message will be sent to confirm final required information.
Q: Who is eligible to join the festival?
A: This festival warmly welcomes all internationals residing in or visiting Korea. Korean nationals are also welcomed to accompany their foreign friends. Those of any age may join, but participants under 18 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian.
Q: Why is the registration for free?
A: This festival is supported by the Cheongdo local Government to invite international travelers to experience the region's beautiful hidden location and the place-based content. In return, we ask for your vital feedback to help shape the future of Cheongdo tourism.
Participants are encouraged to complete a post-event satisfaction survey and may engage in an on-site, filmed interview/feedback session.
By joining the event, you consent to the use of all collected photographic and video archives for the development and promotion of 2026 tour packages.
Q: Does the registration include transportation from Seoul?
A: The registration is only for accessing the festival. We do offer an add-on round-trip bus option (which is very reasonably priced), so consider this for a stress-free arrival.
Q: I am traveling solo. Anything to look out for?
A: No worries at all. Through many fun activities, you have the chance to meet new friends easily on the festival day.
Q: Can I arrive later on Sunday to join the festival?
A: You will need to arrange your own transportation to the festival site. The taxi fare from Cheongdo station to the festival site is approximately KRW 7,000.
Q: Are there vegan or special dietary options available?
A: The on side food options include vegetarian and vegan meals. To provide sufficient vegan options and allergy-related needs, please provide those details when we collect final information from participants.
Local X-Pass is a platform that connects travelers with authentic, community-based experiences across Korea. Each program is designed in collaboration with local leaders and partners, cooperatives, and small creators who are shaping the future of their regions through sustainability, creativity, and care for place.
By joining a Local X-Pass journey, travelers go beyond sightseeing to engage with the people, stories, and values that define Korea’s most meaningful destinations—supporting local economies while discovering a deeper connection to the land and its communities.
Cancellation & Refund Policy for any paid activities
Since this tour is a special, highly subsidized pilot program with limited capacity, we kindly ask for your adherence to the following cancellation policy to ensure fairness and maximize participation for others. In order to cancel your booking, please send an email to seo@nokju.com.
After your payment, we’ll contact you to confirm tour details, gather any additional information, and ensure everything is ready for your trip.
For questions or suggestions, use our website chatbot or DM @xpass.kr on Instagram
Sponsored by Cheongdo County for Shared Empowerment through Travel
We warmly invite you to a vibrant one-day outdoor festival celebrating the unique local charm of Cheongdo. Internationals, Koreans travelers, families, locals - everyone is welcomed to join a day filled with fun activities, team challenges, local food, and live music. Whether you seek live music, local food or exploring the Korean countryside, it promises to be an unforgettable day of connection and discovery in the heart of the countryside. We teamed up with the regional Cheongdo government to offer this special event to showcase Cheongdo’s local charm to international visitors.
You can expect:
Organized outdoor activities
Team challenges
Local lunchbox (add-on)
Live DJ
Lucky draw and locally sourced souvenirs
Guided Cheongdo Eupseong fortress and old-town tour (optional)
Workshop and activities in local shops (add-on)
A chartered bus service operates from Seoul and Dongdaegu to Cheongdo Fortress. (The bus option can be selected as an add-on during booking.)
By registering, you will be entered into a lucky draw event.
Who it's for
International residents and students in Korea who are interested in culture, music, food, and community-based local festivals
Creative travelers and culture lovers who enjoy discovering regional Korea through art, performances, workshops, and local stories
Multicultural friend groups — Korean nationals are welcome when attending with international friends
Foreign-led and mixed communities (students, creatives, entrepreneurs, and community members) looking to connect with locals in an open, festive setting
The event is open to travelers of non-Korean nationality and Korean nationals who wish to accompany their international friends.
Location: Green field near the west gate of Cheongdo Fortress (청도읍성)
Cheongdo Fortress is distinctive not because it stands apart from daily life, but because it contains it. Unlike many historic fortresses where heritage is preserved as something to be viewed from the outside, Cheongdo’s fortress encloses a living neighborhood—homes, small streets, and everyday routines unfolding within its walls. Here, historical assets are not frozen relics but part of the present tense, woven into ordinary life. Walking through the fortress is less about visiting a monument and more about encountering a place where history and daily living continue to coexist, quietly and without ceremony.
Please find Seomun Juchajang(서문주차장) on Naver Map to find the pin.
Located in the heart of Korea’s southeastern region, Cheongdo is shaped by its geography. Here, everyday life unfolds through farming, craftsmanship, and seasonal cycles that have shaped the community for generations.
Day 1 (May 24, 2026) — The festival officially starts at 13:00.
13:00 - 13:15 Registration
13:15 - 13:30 Festival Opening remarks
13:30 - 17:00 Life Performances, Team Games, Local Food booth, Local Community booth, Optional tours and workshops
17:00 - 17:30 Lucky draw
17:30 - 18:00 Closing remarks
Inclusions
On-stage program
Activities at the festival
Live music and performance
Optional Add-ons
The Mission: Empowering Cheongdo Tourism
This program is operating as part of a specialized initiative aimed to revitalize international tourism in the Cheongdo region throughout 2026.
Our core goal is that foreign residents can sustainably experience the region's hidden assets, heritage, and authentic, local-led experiential activities.
The Cheongdo local government is sponsoring this festival to proactively assess the inbound tourism potential of the Cheongdo region and to establish Cheongdo as a key hub city for future foreign visitor attraction. By supporting this festival the regional government aims to:
Confirm the region’s capacity to handle international tourism and international events.
Foster economic growth through foreign exchange.
Strengthen Cheongdo’s role as an educational and cultural gateway
Expected Participant Questions (FAQs)
Q: Am I confirmed to join the festival once I register?
A: Upon successful registration, a confirmation email will be sent. Prior to the event, a separate email and/or text message will be sent to confirm final required information.
Q: Who is eligible to join the festival?
A: This festival warmly welcomes all internationals residing in or visiting Korea. Korean nationals are also welcomed to accompany their foreign friends. Those of any age may join, but participants under 18 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian.
Q: Why is the registration for free?
A: This festival is supported by the Cheongdo local Government to invite international travelers to experience the region's beautiful hidden location and the place-based content. In return, we ask for your vital feedback to help shape the future of Cheongdo tourism.
Participants are encouraged to complete a post-event satisfaction survey and may engage in an on-site, filmed interview/feedback session.
By joining the event, you consent to the use of all collected photographic and video archives for the development and promotion of 2026 tour packages.
Q: Does the registration include transportation from Seoul?
A: The registration is only for accessing the festival. We do offer an add-on round-trip bus option (which is very reasonably priced), so consider this for a stress-free arrival.
Q: I am traveling solo. Anything to look out for?
A: No worries at all. Through many fun activities, you have the chance to meet new friends easily on the festival day.
Q: Can I arrive later on Sunday to join the festival?
A: You will need to arrange your own transportation to the festival site. The taxi fare from Cheongdo station to the festival site is approximately KRW 7,000.
Q: Are there vegan or special dietary options available?
A: The on side food options include vegetarian and vegan meals. To provide sufficient vegan options and allergy-related needs, please provide those details when we collect final information from participants.
Local X-Pass is a platform that connects travelers with authentic, community-based experiences across Korea. Each program is designed in collaboration with local leaders and partners, cooperatives, and small creators who are shaping the future of their regions through sustainability, creativity, and care for place.
By joining a Local X-Pass journey, travelers go beyond sightseeing to engage with the people, stories, and values that define Korea’s most meaningful destinations—supporting local economies while discovering a deeper connection to the land and its communities.
Cancellation & Refund Policy for any paid activities
Since this tour is a special, highly subsidized pilot program with limited capacity, we kindly ask for your adherence to the following cancellation policy to ensure fairness and maximize participation for others. In order to cancel your booking, please send an email to seo@nokju.com.
After your payment, we’ll contact you to confirm tour details, gather any additional information, and ensure everything is ready for your trip.
For questions or suggestions, use our website chatbot or DM @xpass.kr on Instagram
