Gwanak Kang Gam-chan Festival (관악강감찬축제)

The Gwanak Gang Gam-chan Festival is a historical and cultural event held to honor the patriotic spirit of General Gang Gam-chan, a famous general from the Goryeo Dynasty. The festival is known for its impressive night events, fitting for the location named after a falling star, and features a variety of parades and performances.

◎ Gang Gam-chan and Nakseongdae
General Gang Gam-chan of Goryeo is said to have been born at the place where the fourth star of the Big Dipper fell. This place is called Nakseongdae, which means “the place where the star fell.”

Basic Information

Postal Code	08799
Homepage	www.ggcfest.com
Address	77 Nakseongdae-ro, Gwanak-gu, Seoul

Usage Information

Event End Date	2025-10-19
Event Location	Nakseongdae Park
Event Start Date	2025-10-17
Performance Time	13:00-21:00
Host Organization	Gwanak-gu District
Host Contact	+82-2-828-5765
Organizing Agency	Gwanak Culture Association
Usage Fee	Free

Detailed Description

Introduction

The Gwanak Gang Gam-chan Festival is a historical and cultural event held to honor the patriotic spirit of General Gang Gam-chan, a famous general from the Goryeo Dynasty. The festival is known for its impressive night events, fitting for the location named after a falling star, and features a variety of parades and performances.

◎ Gang Gam-chan and Nakseongdae
General Gang Gam-chan of Goryeo is said to have been born at the place where the fourth star of the Big Dipper fell. This place is called Nakseongdae, which means “the place where the star fell.”