Gwanak Kang Gam-chan Festival (관악강감찬축제)

The Gwanak Gang Gam-chan Festival is a historical and cultural event held to honor the patriotic spirit of General Gang Gam-chan, a famous general from the Goryeo Dynasty. The festival is known for its impressive night events, fitting for the location named after a falling star, and features a variety of parades and performances.

◎ Gang Gam-chan and Nakseongdae
General Gang Gam-chan of Goryeo is said to have been born at the place where the fourth star of the Big Dipper fell. This place is called Nakseongdae, which means “the place where the star fell.”

Introduction Information

Start date: 2025-10-17
End Date: 2025-10-19
Performance Time: 13:00-21:00
Venue: Nakseongdae Park
Fee: Free
Organizer: Gwanak Culture Association
Host Company: Gwanak-gu District
Host's Contact Information: +82-2-828-5765

Introduction: The Gwanak Kang Gam-chan Festival is a historical culture festival held to honor the patriotic spirit of General Kang Gam-chan, a general during the Goryeo dynasty. The festival was created by combining the Gwanaksan Azalea Festival with the Nakseongdae Memorial Service, held at the birthsite of General Kang. The festival offers many programs to learn more about the area's cultural heritages.