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Korea to hold Coachella-style K-culture festival in 2027
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Korea to hold Coachella-style K-culture festival in 2027

South Korea plans to host a large-scale K-culture festival named 'Fanomenon' in December 2027, modeled after global events like Coachella. The 11-day event will feature K-pop concerts, an awards show focused on fandom, and a variety of cultural activities such as music festivals, esports tournaments, and exhibitions. Organized by a state-private committee co-chaired by Culture Minister Chae Hwi-young and JYP Entertainment founder J.Y. Park, the festival aims to attract 520,000 visitors, including 200,000 international attendees, with an estimated economic impact exceeding 1 trillion won. The event will take place in Seoul Arena and Kintex, featuring both performances and fan engagement activities.

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Korea to hold Coachella-style K-culture festival in 2027

South Korea plans to host a large-scale K-culture festival named 'Fanomenon' in December 2027, modeled after global events like Coachella. The 11-day event will feature K-pop concerts, an awards show focused on fandom, and a variety of cultural activities such as music festivals, esports tournaments, and exhibitions. Organized by a state-private committee co-chaired by Culture Minister Chae Hwi-young and JYP Entertainment founder J.Y. Park, the festival aims to attract 520,000 visitors, including 200,000 international attendees, with an estimated economic impact exceeding 1 trillion won. The event will take place in Seoul Arena and Kintex, featuring both performances and fan engagement activities.

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