Hwaseong Boating Festival (화성 뱃놀이 축제)

The Hwaseong Boating Festival, Hwaseong’s signature festival, is the largest marine cultural event in the Seoul metropolitan area. Visitors can experience a variety of activities on the waters of the West Sea, including sailing yachts, powerboats, marine cable cars, and the Voyage of the Pungnyudan. The festival also features the Messengers of the Wind dance parade, showcasing the energy and enthusiasm of local residents, as well as spectacular performances and fireworks that light up the night sky. From mudflat ecology programs and traditional fish-trap experiences to a large beach playground and marine plogging, the festival offers a diverse range of attractions and activities both on land and at sea.

Event Program

Boat Ride Experiences, Wind Parade Dance Parade, Voyage of the Pungnyudan, Cheonhae Sightseeing Cruise  

Start date

2026-05-22  

End Date

2026-05-25  

Performance Time

10:00-21:00  

Venue

Jeongok Port, Hwaseong  

Fee

Free (fees vary by programs)  

Organizer

Hwaseong Culture Foundation  

Host Company

Hwaseong-si  

Host's Contact Information

+82-31-290-4689  

Introduction

The Hwaseong Boating Festival is the largest maritime culture festival in the capital area, offering the chance to enjoy boating and a range of water sports. Additional festival programs include an EDM party every night and dance performances by locals.