2026 Gyeongsangbuk-do Yeongyua Daechukje
The 2026 Gyeongsangbuk-do Yeongyua Daechukje is a free festival for infants, toddlers, and families co-hosted by the Gyeongsangbuk-do Office of Education and Gyeongsangbuk-do, held from October 29 to November 1, 2026, at the soccer field at the main gate of Yeungnam University's Gyeongsan Campus.
Highlights
- It is a free festival created for infants and toddlers by the Gyeongsangbuk-do Office of Education and Gyeongsangbuk-do, so the whole family can enjoy it without admission or experience fees.
- Performances such as the big balloon show and bubble show, along with hands-on booths for physical play including large air bounce, rail train, sports challenge, and firefighter and police hero experience, are gathered in one place.
- The venue is the soccer field at the main gate of Yeungnam University, so the location guidance of being next to the museum makes it easy to find, and accessibility within Gyeongsan city is good.
- Before visiting, you can check real-time news and whether programs have changed on the official blog FAQ and Instagram (@gb_kids_festa).
Key information
| period | October 29 (Thu) – November 1 (Sun), 2026verified |
|---|---|
| venue | Soccer field at the main gate of Yeungnam University's Gyeongsan Campus (280 Daehak-ro, Gyeongsan-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do, next to the museum)verified |
| host | Co-hosted by the Gyeongsangbuk-do Office of Education and Gyeongsangbuk-doverified |
| participation fee | Entirely freepost |
| participants | Preschool children aged 2 and older and their familiesverified |
| general family participation day | Participation only on weekends (Sat, Oct 31 and Sun, Nov 1); weekdays are for institutions and groupspost |
| operating hours | Weekends in timed sessions: 10:00–13:00 / 14:00–17:00post |
| Reservation | Advance reservation required (by time slot); per the original text, on-site QR check-inclaim |
| lunch break | 13:00–14:00 some experience booths suspended (performances continue as scheduled)post |
| representative program | Big balloon show and bubble show performances, large air bounce, rail train, sports challenge, firefighter and police hero experience, character photo zonepost |
| Parking | Paid parking lot on the event groundsclaim |
| Phone | 053-810-2114place |
| Amenities | Parking available, separate men's and women's restroomsplace |
| inquiry channel | Official blog FAQ post and official Instagram (@gb_kids_festa)post |
Portfolio & cases
- Yeungnam University Gyeongsan Campus — Event venue (280 Daehak-ro, Gyeongsan-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do, soccer field at the main gate)
- Gyeongsangbuk-do Office of Education — Co-host
- Gyeongsangbuk-do — Co-host
Provided by the business · not independently verified
What sets it apart
- The festival lineup is centered on major singers such as Psy, Crush, Lee Chang-sub, and Choi Ye-na, ensuring high performance quality — Repeated reviews of major singer lineup
- The campus is large with a high proportion of flat terrain, so touring all day by bike or on foot is not boring — Repeated reviews mentioning flat structure
- Right outside the school, the largest wonprivate room village in the country and the Orange Street commercial area are attached, so eating, sleeping, and playing are concentrated in one place — Reviews of wonprivate room village and Orange Street formation
- The festival is held twice, in autumn (Deulpulje) and spring (Cheonma Daedongje), so you can enjoy different atmospheres each season — Reviews of spring and autumn festival schedules
Compared to nearby places
- Daegudaehakgyo Gyeongsankaempeoseu
Here: The festival lineup is centered on major singers, making the performance scale more spectacular
Daegudaehakgyo Gyeongsankaempeoseu: While Daegudae focuses on festival programs with an emphasis on booths and hands-on events, Yeungnam University leans toward popular singer performances and has relatively fewer mentions of hands-on programs - Daegugatollikdaehakgyo
Here: It has an edge in campus size and accessibility, including subway connection
Daegugatollikdaehakgyo: Daegugatollikdaehakgyo has a perception of a calm, religiously toned festival atmosphere due to its Catholic affiliation, which may be disappointing for those wanting glamorous public performances - Gyemyeongdaehakgyo
Here: The campus is much larger and there is a subway station inside the school, making access convenient
Gyemyeongdaehakgyo: Gyemyeongdaehakgyo is located in downtown Daegu, so access to the Daegu city center is better than Yeungnam University
Good to know
- Some complain that the campus is so large that walking between lecture buildings is difficult
- Since the main campus is in Gyeongsan, people who thought it was in downtown Daegu can easily confuse the location
Frequently asked questions
Q. When and where is the 2026 Gyeongsangbuk-do Yeongyua Daechukje held?
It is held from October 29 (Thu) to November 1 (Sun), 2026, at the soccer field at the main gate of Yeungnam University's Gyeongsan Campus (280 Daehak-ro, Gyeongsan-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do, next to the museum).
Q. Can general families participate on weekdays?
Weekdays are operated for institutions and groups, so general families can participate only on the weekend days of October 31 (Sat) and November 1 (Sun). It runs in time slots from 10:00 to 13:00 and from 14:00 to 17:00.
Q. Is advance reservation required?
Yes, advance reservation by time slot is required. Entry is guided as on-site QR check-in upon visiting after reserving, so check the latest information on official channels before visiting.
Q. How much is the admission fee, and who is eligible?
Admission is entirely free, and the target is preschool children aged 2 and older and their families.
Q. Is parking available?
You can use the paid parking lot on the event grounds. Weekends may be crowded, so arriving with extra time is recommended.
Q. What programs can children enjoy?
Performances and hands-on booths are prepared together, including big balloon show and bubble show performances, large air bounce, rail train, sports challenge, firefighter and police hero experience, and a character photo zone.
Q. Can programs be enjoyed during lunch time?
From 13:00 to 14:00 some experience booths may be unavailable due to lunch time. Some programs such as performances proceed as scheduled, so planning your route in advance is convenient.
The period, location, eligibility, and organizers are cross-checked and strongly supported, while operating details (reservation method, parking, hours) are based on the blog text, so checking official channels before visiting is recommended.