The '2026 Gunpo City Cultural Festival' concluded its two-day schedule with active participation from citizens at Sanbon Rodeo Street in Gunpo, Gyeonggi Province.
The Gunpo Cultural Foundation announced that the festival, held from the 17th to the 18th, was completed safely.
Organized by the city of Gunpo and managed by the Gunpo Cultural Foundation, the event aimed to allow citizens to share cultural activities they enjoy in their daily lives and participate directly in the festival.
During the festival, a total of 40 community cultural clubs took to the stage.
On the 17th, 20 teams performed, including bands and choirs, while another 20 teams showcased instrumental and dance performances on the 18th.
Participants displayed their skills, and the audience enjoyed the performances with applause and cheers.
The handmade craft market featured 28 teams.
Participants showcased their handmade crafts, sharing the joy of creation with the community.
The festival served as a platform for citizens to come together as performers, creators, and audience members, sharing the value of cultural life.
The collaboration of performance teams, market participants, and on-site staff, along with citizen involvement, ensured the event concluded safely.
Meanwhile, Jeon Hyung-joo, the foundation's CEO, stated, "Thanks to the efforts of participants and on-site staff, as well as the support from citizens, we were able to safely conclude the festival despite the inclement weather."
He added, "I would like to thank everyone who participated, and we will continue to expand opportunities for citizens to share and enjoy cultural life in their daily routines."
* This article has been translated by AI.
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