Muan Lotus Festival (Muan Yeonkkot Chukje)
JuneJeonnam-Gwangju Special City
The Muan Lotus Festival takes place every summer at Hoesan Baengnyeonji pond in Ilro-eup, Muan County. White lotus blossoms rise upright among green lotus leaves, making it a lovely spot to take photos and relax in nature. With performances, hands-on activities and exhibitions for all ages, it is free to enter, with a fee for some programs only.
When is it held?
Every year around late June. The exact dates change every year.
This year’s dates
Held 2026: Jun 26 ~ Jun 28 (ended). Check the official website for next year’s dates.
Before you go, check this year’s dates and fees on the official website.
What can you do there?
- Take photos of white lotus flowers among green leaves
- Enjoy shows like the opening concert, SUM:ON Concert and local song contest
- Watch side events such as the Water Rock Festival and a cooking contest
- Join the lotus tea tasting and the lotus-light and moonlight night walk
- Visit the animal farm and the floating glass greenhouse
Tips for visitors from abroad
Getting there
From Seoul you can reach the Jeonnam-Gwangju Special City area by KTX, express bus or intercity bus. Once there, check public transit to the venue in a map app (Naver Map and KakaoMap are the most accurate in Korea).
Naver Map ↗ KakaoMap ↗ Google Maps ↗ Official website ↗
What to wear and bring
Summer festivals are hot and sunny. Bring a hat, sunscreen and water, plus spare clothes if there is water play.
This is general guidance. Check the official website for what to bring and how to enter each event.
Photos
Source: Korea Tourism Organization TourAPI. Dates may change. · Photo: Korea Tourism Organization · KOGL Type3 · Shown unaltered.
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Frequently asked questions
When is Muan Lotus Festival (Muan Yeonkkot Chukje) held?
Every year around late June. The exact dates change every year. This year’s dates have not been announced yet.
How do I get to Muan Lotus Festival (Muan Yeonkkot Chukje)?
From Seoul, take KTX, an express bus or an intercity bus toward Jeonnam-Gwangju Special City, then check public transit to the venue in a map app.
Is Muan Lotus Festival (Muan Yeonkkot Chukje) free?
The official overview does not list admission. Please check the official website.
Places to visit near this festival in Jeonnam-Gwangju Special City
Top attractions elsewhere in Jeonnam-Gwangju Special City. Combine them with this event in one trip.
Source: Korea Tourism Organization TourAPI. Dates may change.