Muju Firefly Festival (무주반딧불축제)

The Muju Firefly Festival is one of Korea’s leading environmental festivals, themed around fireflies, a designated Natural Monument in Korea, and Muju’s pristine natural environment. Held throughout Muju-gun each year from around late August to early September, the festival offers visitors a special opportunity to see fireflies glowing in the wild and appreciate the value of nature and the importance of preserving the ecological environment. During the festival, visitors can enjoy a wide range of ecological and environmental activities, traditional cultural events, performances, and nighttime attractions. A signature highlight is the Firefly Mystery Exploration, Muju's unique program that takes visitors directly to firefly habitats to witness their magical glow in the wild. The experience leaves visitors with unforgettable memories. The Muju Firefly Festival has established itself as a celebration of the value of coexistence between people and nature, while raising awareness of the importance of environmental conservation.

Location

326-17, Hanpungnu-ro, Muju-eup, Muju-gun, Jeonbuk-do

Venue

Muju Arts and Culture Center

Period

2026-09-04 – 2026-09-12

Hours

10:00~22:30

Admission

Free (Some fees apply)

Phone

+82-63-324-2440

Organizer

Muju-gun

Co-organizer

Muju Firefly Festival Committee

When does this festival take place?

2026-09-04 – 2026-09-12

Where is Muju Firefly Festival (무주반딧불축제) held?

326-17, Hanpungnu-ro, Muju-eup, Muju-gun, Jeonbuk-do

What are the hours?

10:00~22:30

Is there an admission fee?

Free (Some fees apply)