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Jinju Lantern Festival in Jinju, South Korea
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Jinju Lantern Festival

Jinju, South Korea
3 October 2026 – 5 October 2026

Experience the opening nights of the Jinju Namgang Lantern Festival, when illuminated installations reshape the river and the city around it. Walk the riverfront once before dark to understand crossings and viewing areas, then return after lighting for the full transformation. Three nights provide a concentrated festival experience while avoiding unnecessary overlap with Busan's opening program.