About
This festival honors the Battle of the Nakdong River, the last line of defense in the Korean War, and remembers ordinary people who risked their lives in 1950. The 13th edition in 2026 offers peace-themed performances, activities and food. Under the slogan “A boy becomes a boy soldier,” it also sheds light on the young boy soldiers who received less attention than student soldiers, with programs to honor them.
Chilgok Nakdong River Peace Festival (칠곡낙동강평화축제)
Thu, Oct 15 – Sun, Oct 18
4 days
Chilgok Weir Eco Park
경상북도 칠곡군 석적읍 중지리 552
10:00–22:00
Free (sales and some activities paid)
Contact 054-979-3215
About
This festival honors the Battle of the Nakdong River, the last line of defense in the Korean War, and remembers ordinary people who risked their lives in 1950. The 13th edition in 2026 offers peace-themed performances, activities and food. Under the slogan “A boy becomes a boy soldier,” it also sheds light on the young boy soldiers who received less attention than student soldiers, with programs to honor them.
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Gyeongsan Jujube Festival & Farm Market (경산 대추축제 & 농산물 한마당)
Gumi Food Festival (구미푸드페스티벌)
Mungyeong Apple Festival (문경사과축제)
205 Chilgok Culture Street Festa (205 칠곡 문화거리 페스타)
Pohang Nakhwa Night (포항 낙화의 밤)
Gimcheon Gimbap Festival (김천김밥축제)
Yecheon Archery Festival (예천활축제)
Guides
Festivals in Gyeongbuk this weekend (Oct 17–18)›Festivals and events ending this week in Gyeongbuk›Source: Korea Tourism Organization (Korean listing, translated by us)
Data as of 10.17. Dates and prices can change, so check the official site before you go.