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 

The Korean Cultural Centre AU is pleased to present a special talk session with Minju Lim, a rising film music composer and producer, who will share behind-the-scenes insights of music production in K-Content. Music plays a vital role in shaping the atmosphere and emotional impact across diverse media — from films and dramas to commercials. This exclusive session offers a rare opportunity to explore the creative process of screen music production in Korean films and dramas through a live demonstration, and engage in a short Q&A session with Lim. DATE & TIME:  Friday, 19 September 2025, 6-8 pm VENUE: Korean Cultural Centre AU (Ground Floor, 255 Elizabeth St, Sydney) PROGRAM: ●Live demonstration and presentation of the music production process by Minju Lim ●Short Q&A session APPLICATION: ●Free event ●This is an invitation-only program due to a limited number of spots available. ●If you are interested in participating, please click ‘HERE‘ to apply by 14/09/2025 (SUN) at 23:59 (AEST). IMPORTANT INFORMATION: * Only selected applicants will be notified via email on 15/09/2025 (MON). If you are unable to attend after your application is successful, please inform us through performingarts@koreanculture.org.au at least 48 hours before the event. Failure to notify us may affect your eligibility for future programs. ** By participating in this event, you agree to be filmed or photographed, which may be used for promotional purposes. Please register for the event only if you consent to this. Guest: Minju Lim  Minju Lim is a film music composer, songwriter, and producer based in Korea and Asia. He has contributed to a wide range of projects spanning films, dramas, commercials, plays, and musicals. Works: A Thousandth of a Second, Aloners, Delivery, and many others.

Calling all Korean culture lovers in Adelaide! The Korean Cultural Centre Australia is excited to host a variety of special events in Adelaide SA, offering a unique opportunity to immerse yourself in and celebrate Korean culture up close. We warmly invite you to join us and make this experience unforgettable. Don’t miss out on this amazing chance to discover the charm of Korean culture! DATE & TIME: 29/03/2025(SAT), 12:00 – 15:30 (ACST) ●Session 1: 12:00 – 13:30 ●Session 2: 14:00 – 15:30 VENUE: University of South Australia, City West Campus PROGRAM DETAILS: ●Korean Hanbok Experience and Traditional Craft Workshop: Participants will have the chance to try on Hanbok, the traditional Korean attire, and have their photos taken in their beautiful Hanbok with an instant camera. The photos will be given as a gift. They will also take part in a craft session where they will create traditional Korean lanterns using ‘Hanji’, a type of Korean paper. Additionally, participants will make their own traditional Korean game pieces called ‘Ttakji’, featuring unique patterns. Experience the beauty of Korean traditions and create unforgettable memories. ●Korean Makgeolli and Food Pairing Experience: This workshop offers the chance to learn about the origin, varieties, and brewing methods of ‘Makgeolli’, one of Korea’s traditional liquors. Participants will have the opportunity to taste two different types of Makgeolli. In addition, they will enjoy Korean dishes that pair well with Makgeolli and discover how Korean food and traditional liquor complement each other. In this experience, participants will enjoy Squid Salad (Ojingeo Muchim), Prawn Pancakes (Saeujeon), and Zucchini Pancakes (Chaesojeon), and explore how each dish pairs with Makgeolli. (Important Notice: This workshop involves the consumption of alcohol, and all participants will be required to show valid ID at the entrance. Food and drink tastings will be provided during the event, and participants are responsible for any food allergies and safety concerns. The event organisers are not responsible for any accidents or issues arising from excessive drinking. We kindly ask participants to drink responsibly.) APPLICATION: ●Free event, adults only (18+). ●This is an invitation-only program due to a limited number of spots available. If you would like to be one of the participants in the workshop, please click ‘HERE’ to apply by 23/03/2025 (SUN) at 23:59 (AEDT). Duplicate applications will not be accepted, and each person may apply for only one workshop. ●Only selected participants will be notified via email on 24/03/2025 (MON). If you are unable to attend after your application is successful, please inform us at sejong@koreanculture.org.au at least 48 hours before the event, so that someone on the waiting list can be given the opportunity to join. Failure to notify us may affect your eligibility for future programs. ●By participating in this event, you agree to being filmed or photographed, which may be used for promotional purposes. Please register for the event only if you consent to this. ENQUIRIES: 02 8267 3400 / sejong@koreanculture.org.au