Basic Information

Postal Code	57009
Homepage	tour.yeonggwang.go.kr
Address	154-13 Jingulbi-gil, Beopseong-myeon, Yeonggwang-gun, Jeollanam-do

Usage Information

Event End Date	2025-06-01
Event Location	Beopseongpo
Event Start Date	2025-05-29
Performance Time	10:00-22:00
Host Organization	Beopseongpo Danoje Festival Preservation Association, Beopseongpo Danoje Festival Committee
Host Contact	+82-61-356-4331
Usage Fee	Free

Detailed Description

Introduction

Dano Festival of Beopseongpo, which began during the Joseon period, is a traditional folk festival with a history of over 500 years. The festival is held annually on dano, the 5^th day of the 5^th month of the lunar calendar. Designated as a national intangible cultural heritage in 2012, it is one of the major festivals of Korea. During the festival, various programs take place, including the Dragon King offering ritual for the safety of fishermen, a Ssireum (Korean Wrestling) contest, women’s boating, hands-on experience programs, and various folk performances.

Programs

Celebratory performances, festival rituals, Ssireum (Korean wrestling) contest, hands-on experiences, etc.

Beopseongpo Danoje (Dano Festival of Beopseongpo) (영광법성포단오제)

Dano Festival of Beopseongpo, which began during the Joseon period, is a traditional folk festival with a history of over 500 years. The festival is held annually on dano, the 5^th day of the 5^th month of the lunar calendar. Designated as a national intangible cultural heritage in 2012, it is one of the major festivals of Korea. During the festival, various programs take place, including the Dragon King offering ritual for the safety of fishermen, a Ssireum (Korean Wrestling) contest, women’s boating, hands-on experience programs, and various folk performances.