2026 Korean Rhythm Music Festival — Jangdan Yuhui

A two-day festival at Seoul Namsan Traditional Theater on October 10–11, 2026, focused on Korean jangdan (rhythmic cycles) as both tradition and contemporary performance. Programs run from 15:00 to 21:00 each day with times varying by program. The official day pages list a KRW 30,000 one-day pass; an October 10 Jangdan Academy session from 15:00 to 16:00 is free for advance registrants. The venue notes four wheelchair spaces and no dedicated parking.

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Dates / opening window: Checked against sources
Oct. 10–11, 2026. Programs run between 15:00 and 21:00 each day; exact times vary by program.
Practical facts checked: Oct 4, 2026
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Location: Checked against sources
Seoul Namsan Traditional Theater, outdoor courtyard and Crown Haitai Hall, 28 Toegye-ro 34-gil, Jung-gu, Seoul.
Practical facts checked: Oct 4, 2026
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Getting there / returning: Checked against sources
The venue says Chungmuro Station (Lines 3/4) Exits 3 or 4 are about 350 m / five minutes on foot. There is no dedicated theater parking.
Practical facts checked: Oct 4, 2026
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Booking / entry conditions: Checked against sources
The official day pages provide booking entry points. The Oct. 10 Jangdan Academy free session requires advance registration. Seat inventory and payment success were not tested.
Practical facts checked: Oct 4, 2026
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Price / extra fees: Checked against sources
The official pages list a KRW 30,000 one-day pass. The Oct. 10 Jangdan Academy session is free for advance registrants.
Practical facts checked: Oct 4, 2026
Seoul Namsan Traditional Theater — Jangdan Yuhui Day 1 Seoul Namsan Traditional Theater — Jangdan Yuhui Day 2
On-site language support: Not separately verified
On-site interpretation, surtitles or translated program materials were not confirmed in the checked official pages.
Overseas booking / payment: Not separately verified
The venue has an English website, but overseas-card payment, account requirements and foreign-language booking flow for this festival were not tested.
Accessibility: Checked against sources
The official event pages state that Seoul Namsan Traditional Theater has four wheelchair spaces and ask wheelchair users or visitors with mobility needs to contact the venue at 02-6358-5500. A complete step-free route was not independently tested.
Practical facts checked: Oct 4, 2026
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Official information

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Start: Oct 10, 2026, 3:00 PM KST
End: Oct 11, 2026, 9:00 PM KST
Venue: Seoul Namsan Traditional Theater — outdoor courtyard and Crown Haitai Hall
Address: 28 Toegye-ro 34-gil, Jung-gu, Seoul

Why it matters now

It falls on the weekend immediately after Hangeul Day and gives visitors a concrete way to hear how Korean rhythmic traditions are being carried by master performers, younger artists and new compositions rather than encountered only as heritage terminology.