The National Asia Culture Center Foundation (ACC Foundation) is thrilled to announce the 2024 ACC World Music Festival, taking place from August 30 to September 1 in Gwangju. Now in its 15th year, this festival has become a summer staple, showcasing top-tier world music talent from around the globe.
Event Highlights:
Domestic Artists:
- Kim Chang-wan Band
- Okdal (Oksang Dalbit)
- Cardi Band
- Lee Ok-kyung’s Improvisation Project “Gilro”
- Park Da-ul X Park Woo-jae
- 3 Female Gugak Singers’ Group “O.O”
- Bristling Quartet X Choo Da-hye
- Park Sun-joo
International Artists:
- Yosi Horikawa (Japan)
- IBERI (Georgia)
- Elements of Baraka (Morocco)
- Khusugtun Band (Mongolia)
- Kayhan Kalhor Trio (Iran/Canada)
- OMNION (Czech Republic)
Collaborative Teams:
- Baek Da-som X Li-Chin Li X Park Sung-soo (Korea/Taiwan)
- TENGGER (Korea/Japan)
The festival promises a mesmerizing array of performances, including soundscapes that paint vivid landscapes, spontaneous traditional instrumentals, fusions of electronic and traditional music, and a harmonious blend of Eastern and Western music.
Ticket Information:
The ACC World Music Festival is a ticketed event. Early bird tickets are available until July 24, offering a 3-day pass for just 30,000 KRW, limited to 400 seats. Single-day tickets will be available for purchase after the early bird period. For more details, visit the ACC Foundation website.
Festival Details:
- Dates: August 30 – September 1, 2024
- Location: ACC Arts Theater, Open Madang, 5·18 Square, Gwangju
- Price: Partially Paid Event
- Organizer: National Asia Culture Center
- Contact: 062-601-4692
- Official Website: ACC Foundation Website
Local Cuisine Recommendations:
Make the most of your festival experience by visiting these nearby dining spots:
- Sansu Ssambap Dongmyeong Branch (Korean cuisine): 11, Donggye-ro, Dong-gu
- Mimiwon (Korean cuisine): 218, Baekseo-ro, Dong-gu
- Makdongi Hall (Korean cuisine): 614, Nammun-ro, Dong-gu
ACC Foundation President Kim Sun-ok stated, “This year’s World Music Festival aims to establish itself as a premier festival representing Gwangju and Asia. We’ve curated a lineup of top artists to reflect contemporary art and music. We hope families and friends will enjoy this unique opportunity to experience diverse global music.”
Additionally, the ACC Foundation is recruiting volunteers, ‘Wolpebandi,’ to help make the 2024 ACC World Music Festival a success. Applications are open until August 7.
Join us for an unforgettable summer experience at the 2024 ACC World Music Festival. Enjoy electrifying performances that will make your summer sizzle!