Daegu Metropolitan Government and the Daegu Folk Festival Association will host the '2025 Daegu Folk Festival' from September 26 to 28, for three days at the Kim Kwangseok-gil Outdoor Concert Hall and its surrounding area.
Now in its 11th year, the Daegu Folk Festival has evolved beyond a simple music event to become a cultural hub where art and daily life come together. Through programs such as the 'Folk Star Contest' for discovering new folk artists, initiatives to revitalize the local music ecosystem, and citizen participation programs, the festival continues to enhance Daegu's brand as a city of performing arts. Every year, it receives enthusiastic support from citizens and visitors who love folk music.
The opening performance will begin at 5 p.m. on September 26, featuring the beloved folk duo Yurisangja and the singer-songwriter Yang Hayoung, known for her clear and pure vocals.
On September 27, the stage will be graced by Bicycle Riding Landscape, cherished for their sentimental lyricism, and the legendary folk group Travel Sketch, who have long shared their music with fans. Both groups will connect deeply with the audience through sincere lyrics and rich melodies.
On the final day of the festival, September 28, legendary figures from Korea's rock and folk scene, Lee Chihyun and Lee Gyuseok-well known for his emotive musical style-will perform, bringing the festival to a grand conclusion. Artists representing each generation will gather in one place to showcase the true essence of folk music.
Meanwhile, ahead of the opening, the 'Folk Star Contest' will take place on September 25. This year, the contest drew great interest, with a total of 83 teams-including rookie musicians, underground bands, and amateur artists from across the country-applying to participate.
About 20 teams that passed the first preliminary round will compete passionately on the Kim Kwangseok-gil stage. Outstanding teams will be awarded both the opportunity to perform during the festival and prize money. The prizes are as follows: Grand Prize for one team (1 million won), Excellence Award for one team (500,000 won), Merit Award for two teams (300,000 won each), and Encouragement Award for six teams (100,000 won each).
Lee Jaeseong, Director of Culture, Sports and Tourism at Daegu Metropolitan Government, stated, "As the Daegu Folk Festival marks its 11th year, I hope it becomes a new stage of challenge for emerging musicians and that the folk melodies spreading through Kim Kwangseok-gil in the deepening autumn will bring warmth to the daily lives of our citizens."
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