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Chuncheon Puppet Festival

Name: Chuncheon Puppet Festival
Location: Chuncheon Puppet Theatre and around the city, Chuncheon, Korea

When	Usually late August (~10 days) 🟠 Approximate
Where	Chuncheon Puppet Theatre and around the city, Chuncheon, Korea
Cost	Free for outdoor programs; some indoor shows are ticketed
Booking	Not required to attend

Summary

An international puppet theatre festival bringing over 50 domestic and international puppet shows to Chuncheon, alongside a large street parade partway through the run.

What to Know

Insider Tips

Over 50 domestic and international puppet shows run throughout the festival, both at the Chuncheon Puppet Theatre and around the city, so it is worth checking the program for a mix of indoor and outdoor shows.
A large-scale street parade is held partway through the festival's run — check the schedule for the exact date since it is one of the festival's signature moments.

Best Viewing Spots

Chuncheon Puppet Theatre — The main indoor venue hosting the bulk of ticketed puppet show performances.
Central Chuncheon streets — Where the large-scale parade passes during the festival.

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