A major celebration of Korean culture is coming to Melbourne!  The 2026 Korea Brand & Entertainment Expo x K-FOOD FAIR brings together the best of Korean culture, from K-pop, beauty and fashion to K-food. Enjoy a special performance by event ambassador WINNER, along with a variety of interactive experiences celebrating the vibrant world of Korea. Come along and make unforgettable memories! Date: Friday 6 – Saturday 7 November 2026 Venue: Melbourne Showgrounds What’s on? Special Performance & Fan Meet-up with WINNER Enjoy an exciting live performance by K-pop group WINNER and a special opportunity to connect with fans. Experience the energy of K-pop live! K-Beauty & K-Fashion Experience Zone Discover the latest Korean beauty products and fashion trends at interactive exhibition spaces. K-FOOD & Lifestyle Exhibition Sample a variety of traditional and trendy Korean foods, and explore Korean lifestyle products and content all in one place. For more information: Visit the official Korea Brand & Entertainment Expo Instagram account.

In partnership with the Korea Brand & Entertainment Expo The Korean Cultural Centre Australia will present a range of Korean cultural experiences at the Korea Brand & Entertainment Expo 2026 in Melbourne, offering local visitors the opportunity to explore Korean culture through food and beauty. This event features a book talk with Pastry Chef Hyoju Park, exploring the art of baking through madeleines, as well as a K-Beauty experience where visitors can enjoy Korean sheet masks and take part in a Korean culture quiz.   Date: Friday, 6 November 2026, 11:00 - 15:00 (AEDT) Venue: Melbourne Showgrounds   Programs (Location: Mini Stage) 11:00 - 12:00 / 14:00 - 15:00 | All About Madeleines: A Book Talk with Hyoju Park Hosted by Korean-Australian comedian Harry Jun, this session will feature Pastry Chef Hyoju Park discussing her book, Madeleines: Simple Bakes for Every Mood, sharing madeleine recipes and stories from her baking journey. Discover the joy of baking madeleines and the flavours that inspire her work.   12:00 - 12:50 | K-Beauty Experience Take a break with Korean sheet masks and test your knowledge of Korean culture in a fun Kahoot quiz! Prizes will be awarded to quiz winners. The Kahoot quiz will run until 12:50pm, while the sheet mask experience will continue until 2:00 pm in a separate area.   Admission: Free

2026 Chuseok Korean Culture Festival The Korean Cultural Centre Australia invites you to celebrate Chuseok with a special day filled with Korean traditions and hands-on cultural experiences.   Enjoy a live traditional Korean music performance and take part in Chuseok-themed craft and cultural activities. Come with your family and friends to discover the traditions and culture of Chuseok in Korea!   DATE & TIME: Saturday, 26 September 2026, 11:00 – 14:00 (AEST)   VENUE: Korean Cultural Centre Australia (Ground Floor, 255 Elizabeth Street, Sydney)   EVENT PROGRAM: 11:00 - 12:00 | Traditional Korean Music Performance Immerse yourself in a special traditional Korean music performance at the Centre's hanok, featuring a haegeum and gayageum (Korean traditional instruments) duet accompanied by piano. Embrace the spirit of Chuseok through the timeless beauty of traditional Korean music. Click HERE to apply for the performance.   12:00 - 14:00 | Chuseok Cultural Experiences ● Make Your Own Moving Moon Rabbit Create your own moving moon rabbit - inspired by the full moon and the moon rabbit, both iconic symbols of Chuseok. Write your wish on the full moon, bring your moon rabbit to life, and make this Chuseok unforgettable.   ● Dalgona Challenge Test your skills at the dalgona challenge! Have a taste of this childhood snack and experience the play culture through the popular sweet treat.   ● Chuseok Food & Culture Savour the flavours of Chuseok and connect with traditions that transcend generations. Explore how a shared table brings families, friends, and neighbours closer together.   VISITOR INFORMATION: -This is a free event open to people of all ages. Visitors under 18 must be accompanied by an adult. -Application is required to attend the music performance.  -No registration is required for the Chuseok cultural activities. Visitors are welcome to walk in and participate on the day. -Activities may finish early if all prepared materials are used up. -Photos and videos taken during the event may be used for promotional and archival purposes. By attending the event, you acknowledge and agree to the use of such photos and videos.   ENQUIRIES: info@koreanculture.org.au APPLICATION 

In partnership with the National Museum of Australia As part of the Korean Wave: Hallyu exhibition, join us for a fun hands-on activity inspired by Korean calligraphy.  Participants will decorate beautiful butterfly wings with personalized Korean characters, creating a unique artwork to take home while discovering the beauty of Korean culture. ●DATE: Saturday, 11 April 2026  ●PROGRAM TIME: 4:15pm. 5:30pm, 6:45pm (The same program is offered at each time slot) ●VENUE: National Museum of Australia (Lawson Crescent Acton Peninsula, Canberra ACT) ●FEE: Free, bookings encouraged ●For more information, please click HERE

In partnership with Lane Cove Council The Korean Cultural Centre is pleased to be part of the St Leonards Lunar Laneways.  To celebrate the Year of the Red Horse, KCCAU will be hosting a Traditional Korean Games booth. Join us and immerse yourself in Korean culture through fun and interactive activities! ●DATE & TIME: Saturday, 28 February 2026 | 4-6pm (AEST) ●VENUE: Canberra Avenue, St Leonards NSW 2065 (next to Wadanggari Park) ●PROGRAM: 3 Traditional Korean Games: Ddakjichigi, Jegichagi, and Gongginori ●APPLICATION: Free event Find out more via St Leonards Lunar Laneways 2026 | Lane Cove Council