If you’re looking for a unique and thrilling summer experience, the Boryeong Mud Festival in South Korea is a must-visit event! Held annually in the coastal city of Boryeong, this festival offers an exhilarating mix of fun and wellness. From July 19 to August 4, dive into the therapeutic properties of Boryeong’s mineral-rich mud while enjoying a variety of exciting activities and captivating performances. An unforgettable adventure that blends culture, entertainment, and rejuvenation awaits just around the corner! If you are looking for another summer festival, check here!
What is the Boryeong Mud Festival about?
The Boryeong Mud Festival is an interactive summer event that attracts both locals and international tourists. The festival began in 1998 to promote local mud cosmetics made from the region’s mineral-rich mud. Over the years, it has evolved into one of South Korea’s most popular summer festivals, drawing millions of attendees each year with its fun, mud-filled activities. Now in its 27th year, the festival is ready for another season of summer fun.
Why is Boryeong Mud Famous?
Boryeong mud is famous for its exceptional skincare benefits due to its rich mineral content, including germanium and bentonite. These minerals offer a range of therapeutic properties, making Boryeong mud highly sought after for both cosmetic and health uses. Here’s why Boryeong mud stands out:
– Anti-aging: Rich in minerals that help prevent skin aging.
– Detoxification: Removes impurities and dead skin cells.
– Skin Regeneration: Promotes new cell growth for a youthful glow.
– Antibacterial Properties: Helps treat skin conditions and wounds.
– Improved Circulation: Enhances blood flow, leading to healthier skin.
During the Boryeong Mud Festival, you can take advantage of special discounts on Boryeong mud cosmetics. A variety of mud products such as Real Boryeong Mud Clay Packs, masks, and cleansing foams are available for purchase at the Mud Expo Plaza.
What to Expect
At the Boryeong Mud Festival, you can enjoy a wide range of exciting activities and performances, including the grand opening and closing ceremonies.
Opening Ceremony & Performances
Date: July 20
Time: 19:50 (Fireworks drone show at 21:30)
Location: Mud Expo Plaza
Description: Features a spectacular fireworks drone show and a K-POP Super Live concert with artists like Baekho, BTOB, Lee Mujin, Lee Chaeyeon, JD1 (Jung Dongwon), cignature, Weeekly, and much more.
Experience Zones
– Pet Zone: A dedicated area for pets and their owners, the pet zone offers a fun mud experience for you and your furry friends. If you have a pet, bring them along and enjoy the festivities.
– Mud Pack Man Performance: Meet ㅁadorable Mud Pack Man and enjoy a fun mud experience. The Mud Pack Man will provide pure mud and join you in applying mud while dancing and enjoying performances together!
– Black Eagles Air Show: Watch an exciting air show by the Black Eagles Korean Air Force. (July 20, 14:00, Daecheon Beach)
– Mud Busking Performances: Enjoy live busking performances. (Only Fridays to Sundays, July 19 – August 4)
– Mud on the Beach: Enjoy self-applied mud massages and EDM performances on the beach.
– Color Mud Painting: Color Mud Painting is a popular attraction at the Boryeong Mud Festival where participants can have vibrant, non-toxic, and skin-friendly colored mud applied to their bodies. It’s an opportunity to express your creativity, have fun, and take part in a traditional activity that’s both visually stunning and enjoyable. You can participate at the Mud Expo Plaza Mud Village Tent.
– Mud Beauty Healing Center & Mud Beauty Care: Experience smart skincare using Boryeong mud.
Location: Boryeong Mud Theme Park, Mud Hall 2nd Floor
Prices:
Mud Cooling Face Treatment 50 mins (30,000 KRW), Mud Head Spa 50 mins (30,000KRW), Cooling Face Treatment & Head Spa 70 mins (50,000 KRW), Nail Art (10,000 KRW), Scalp Care (5,000 KRW)
– Mud Trains: Ride the Mud Train and easily transport around Daecheon Beach ‘No Car Street’.
Adults: 3,000 KRW
Teens: 2,000 KRW
Children: 1,000 KRW
* Free for Mud Zone Ticket holders and children under 36 months.
Special Events held at Mud Expo Plaza
– K-Pop Playground: Dance to K-Pop music with exciting activities. Enjoy random play dance and win fantastic prizes. The linup includes dance group LADYBOUNCE. (July 20, 17:00 ~ 18:30)
– Random Dance with Dancing Bear: Join a fun random dance event with Dancing Bear. (July 21, 15:00 ~ 18:00)
– Mud Song Festival: Participate in a singing competition with various prizes. Featured performers include Kim Yang, Jin Mireong, Seo Jio, girl group Astel, and Hong Seongwon. (July 21, 19:00)
– K-Hiphop Festival: Enjoy hip-hop performances by top artists. The linup includes JUSTHIS, Giriboy, MUSHVENOM, Dynamic Duo, Wonstein, Homies, The Quiett, and Zion.T. Prepare to have a blast! (July 26-27, 20:00)
– Mud Rock Festival: A thrilling rock festival is prepared with an exciting lineup including W24, YB, Crackshot, Crying Nut, Cardi, Kyungseo, and Skipjack. (August 2, 17:00 ~ 22:00, Mud Expo Plaza)
Closing Ceremony & Performances
Date: August 4
Time: 20:00 (Sea Fireworks Show at 21:50)
Location: Mud Expo Plaza
Description: Features the grand finale of the Boryeong Mud Festival with the MBC ON Trot Champion concert and a spectacular sea fireworks show.
Admission Tickets for the Boryeong Mud Festival
The Boryeong Mud Festival offers two zones for mud experiences: General Zone and Family Zone. Additionally, there is a Water Park Zone featuring a refreshing water pool.
Operating Hours:
– Weekdays (Mon – Thur): 13:00 ~ 18:00
– Weekends (Fri – Sun): 10:00 ~ 18:00 / Break Time 13:30 ~ 14:30
*Note: All zones are closed on July 24 for safety inspections.
Zones and Prices:
– General Zone:
Open to individuals aged 11 to 64 (140cm or taller).
Adults (ages 20 ~ 64): Weekdays 10,000 KRW / Weekends 14,000 KRW
Teens (ages 11 ~ 19): Weekdays 9,000 KRW / Weekends 12,000 KRW
Group (20+): Weekday discount of 1,000 KRW, weekend discount of 2,000 KRW
– Family Zone:
For children aged 3-14 and their guardians.
Guardians: Weekdays 5,000 KRW / Weekends 7,000 KRW
Children (ages 3 ~ 14): Weekdays 9,000 KRW / Weekends 11,000 KRW
Group (20+): Weekday and weekend discount of 1,000 KRW
– Water Park Zone:
Accessible with General or Family Zone tickets at no extra cost.
Ticket Information:
– You can book your tickets online here.
– Only 30% of daily tickets are available for online pre-booking; the remaining 70% are sold on-site.
– On-site ticket sales and issuance close at 17:00, and entry closes at 17:30.
– Adults with General Zone tickets can enter the Family Zone with their children, but Family Zone Guardian ticket holders cannot enter the General Zone.
– Only guardians can enter the Family Zone with children; other adults are not permitted.
– Lost tickets cannot be reissued or refunded. Please keep your tickets safe.
– Please rinse off any mud before entering the Water Park Zone.
Tips for Attending the Festival
– Clothing: Wear comfortable clothes that you don’t mid getting dirty. Since the mud can stain, swimwear and disposable clothing are ideal.
– Essentials: Bring extra clothes and towels. Also it’s wise to have two waterproof cases: one for your phone and another for essentials like cards, money, keys, and mini sunscreens. This ensures that your valuables stay dry and secure.
– Sunscreen: Apply sunscreen frequently to protect your skin from the sun. Using a spray sunscreen is more convenient with muddy hands. Additionally, bring sunglasses and a hat for extra protection against the sun’s rays.
– Pre-booking: Book your tickets online in advance to avoid the hassle of long queues, especially on weekends when the festival is busier. Pre-booking ensures a smoother entry and lets your enjoy the festival without delays.
– Food: Outside food is prohibited within the festival grounds. Instead, take the opportunity to explore and enjoy nearby restaurants.
– Valuables: Keep your valuables safe and secure. The festival organizers are not responsible for lost or stolen items, so make sure to keep your belongings close and avoid brining irreplaceable items.
– Avoid Contact Lenses: Avoid wearing contact lenses as mud can be painful if it gets in your eyes. If you must wear them, consider bringing goggles for protection and glasses as a backup.
– Accommodation: Book your accommodation early as nearby places fill up quickly during the festival. Choose a place close to the festival grounds to make commuting easier and to maximize your time enjoying the event.
Festival Site Map
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How to Get There
The festival is held at the Mud Expo Plaza in Boryeong, Chungnam.
From Seoul
Getting to the Boryeong Mud Festival from Seoul is convenient and straightforward. Here’s how you can make the trip:
– By Bus
1. Express Bus: Take an express bus from the Central City Terminal (Honam Line) to Boryeong Bus Terminal. The journey takes about 2 hours.
2. From Boryeong Bus Terminal: Take a local bus or taxi to Daecheon Beach, where the festival is held.
– By Train
1. Train to Daecheon Station: Take a train from Yongsan Station in Seoul to Daecheon Station.
2. From Daecheon Station: Take a local bus or taxi to Daecheon Beach.
– Driving
If you prefer driving, rent a car and take the Gyeongbu Expressway (Route 1) and Seohaean Expressway (Route 15) to Boryeong. Parking is available near the festival site.
Mud Expo Plaza, Boryeong
Event Details
When | July 19th ~ August 4th, 2024 |
Where | Mud Expo Plaza, Boryeong, Chungnam |
Price | Free *General and Family Mud Zones incur fees. |
Inquiries | Homepage: Boryeong Mud Festival Instagram: @boryeongfestival_official |
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