2025 World Pansori Festival: Schedule, Programs, and Experiences — Complete Guide
In the fall of 2025, experience the essence of Korea's traditional vocal art, pansori, at the World Pansori Festival! Check this complete guide for main performances, workshops, hands-on programs, schedule, and venue information.
2025 World Pansori Festival Complete Guide: Immerse Yourself in Our Sound
As autumn deepens, the beauty of Korea's traditional vocal art, pansori, resonates in the heart of Seoul. The World Pansori Festival is an international music festival that introduces pansori — a treasured part of Korea's cultural heritage — to audiences worldwide. This year’s program, themed around Chuseok (the Korean harvest festival), offers an even richer and more diverse lineup.
From traditional pansori performances to workshops and hands-on programs where citizens can participate directly, get ready to enjoy everything the World Pansori Festival has to offer with this guide.
1. Event Overview: When and Where?
Event Name: 2025 World Pansori Festival
Dates: October 8, 2025 (Wed) to October 9, 2025 (Thu)
Venue: Namsangol Hanok Village, Seoul Namsan Gugakdang — 28, Toegye-ro 34-gil, Pil-dong 2-ga, Jung-gu, Seoul
Price: Free (some hands-on programs require a participation fee of KRW 5,000)
Hosted/Organized by: World Pansori Association, Namsangol Hanok Village, Seoul Namsan Gugakdang, Mihyang Art Company (Beauty of Sound) / 3rd World Pansori Festival Organizing Committee
Inquiries: 02-904-2835
Instagram: @worldpansori
2. Main Program Guide: What Can You Experience?
This year’s festival features a variety of programs that let you understand the traditional form, try it yourself, and enjoy it firsthand.
① Performance Program
From traditional pansori under the moonlight to lively madanggeuk (traditional open-air theater), experience the diverse charm of our sound.
Main Concert: PANSORI IN THE MOONLIGHT, Chuseok Pansori
Madanggeuk: Chuseok Madanggeuk
Special Performance: Young vocalists’ 100-day solo training presentation (Dokgong), Challenge: First complete pansori performance!
Community Participation Performance: LETS Ganggangsullae
② Workshops: Shall we PANSORI?
A special opportunity for anyone to learn pansori and gayageum-byeongchang (gayageum song-accompanied recitation) for free. Receive guidance from experts and experience our melodies firsthand.
③ Hands-On Programs
In addition to watching performances, various participatory programs are prepared to make the festival even more rewarding.
Craft Activities: Make-your-own fan, make-your-own knot
Music Listening: Classic record listening session
3. Tips to Enjoy the Festival More
Use public transportation: Parking near Namsangol Hanok Village is limited, so public transit (Chungmuro Station — Lines 3 and 4) is strongly recommended.
Wear comfortable clothing: Comfortable shoes and clothing are recommended to freely enjoy the various programs.
Join SNS events: Check the official Instagram account (@worldpansori) for various events and participate to receive special gifts.
Closing
The World Pansori Festival is more than simply watching performances — it is a festival that continues our vocal tradition and offers new cultural experiences. Visit Namsangol Hanok Village with family, friends, or a partner, and create unforgettable autumn memories immersed in the deep resonance of pansori.