Miryang Arirang Festival (밀양 아리랑대축제)

The Miryang Arirang Festival celebrates and preserves Miryang Arirang, which was inscribed on UNESCO’s Representative List of the Intangible Cultural Heritage in 2012. First launched in 1957 as the Miryang Cultural Festival, it has grown into one of Gyeongsangnam-do’s leading regional festivals. Visitors can enjoy the Miryang Arirang Competition, Arirang-themed experiences, and a variety of traditional cultural programs. The highlight of the festival is Miryanggang Odyssey, a fantasy musical brings together thousands of years of Miryang’s history and the spirit of Miryang Arirang. Featuring spectacular performances, beautiful music, and captivating storytelling, the production leaves a lasting impression on audiences and stands as one of the festival's signature attractions.

Introduction Information

Event Program: Miryanggang Odyssey, Arirang Theme Pavilion, Arirang Adventure, Arirang Ground, UNESCO Diaspora, Arirang for National Unity, Miryang Arirang Origin, Miryang Arirang Festa, Miryang Arirang Competition, Historical Street Parade, Miryang Arirang Talk Concert, Arirang GO
Start date: 2026-05-07
End Date: 2026-05-10
Performance Time: 10:00~22:00
Venue: Yeongnamnu Pavilion, Miryanggang Riverside, Namcheongangbyeon-ro, Naeil-dong Shopping District
Fee: Free
Organizer: Miryang Culture & Tourism Foundation
Host Company: Miryang-si
Host's Contact Information: +82-55-359-5787

Introduction: Miryang Arirang Festival celebrates and promotes the Miryang style of Arirang, a national folk song that was registered as a UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity in 2012. The festival was first held in 1957 and has grown to become an important folk festival, offering many programs and performances. The highlight of the festival is “Miryanggang Odyssey”, a musical that combines the story of Mirayang arirang and the history of Miryang.