Anseong 'Namsadang Baudeogi Festival' Opens on the 3rd

Anseong Matchum Land and Anseongcheon Area Event Held Until the 6th

The '2024 Namsadang Baudeogi Festival,' a representative festival of Anseong, Gyeonggi Province, officially kicked off its four-day schedule with an opening ceremony held on the 3rd at Anseong Matchum Land.

Held until the 6th at Anseong Matchum Land and the Anseongcheon area, this year's festival adopted the slogan "A Festival for All Generations and the World Together." The opening ceremony was attended by Anseong Mayor Kim Bora, members of the National Assembly, provincial and city council members, and heads of major local institutions and organizations.

At the Anseong Namsadang Baudeogi Festival, which opened on the 3rd, Anseong Mayor Kim Bora is ringing the bell to mark the start of the festival.
[Photo by Anseong City]

At the opening ceremony, the Anseong Namsadang Pungmul Troupe performed traditional plays celebrating the Baudeogi Festival, followed by the Anseong Taepyeongmu dance and world folk performances by the International Council of Organizations of Folklore Festivals and Folk Arts (CIOFF).

Notably, the event revived the Anseong Market, one of the three major markets during the Joseon Dynasty, as a modern pop-up store. The 'Anseong Cultural Market Festa' program featured participation from artists, craftsmen, and writers nationwide, offering diverse cultural experiences and activities, drawing significant attention.

At 7 p.m. that evening, the opening ceremony held on the main stage within Anseong Matchum Land showcased a joint performance titled "Baudeogi Meets the World," featuring the Baudeogi Pungmul Troupe and the world folk performance group.

Festival Chairman and Mayor Kim Bora stated, "This year's Baudeogi Festival will be a meaningful time that transcends generations, nationalities, and languages, uniting us through culture. We hope everyone enjoys the diverse programs and content at the festival and gains the strength to successfully conclude this year."