Summer Night Starlight Busking: Let’s Go to Youth Mic, Culture Day in the Chungcheong Region
Introduction
As the sun dips, soft lights glow across parks and plazas, and the songs and rhythms of young artists gently stir the summer night air. Applause and smiles ripple through the gathered crowd, and the city’s day slowly comes to a close with music.
Summer Night Starlight Busking: Let’s Go to Youth Mic, Culture Day in the Chungcheong Region
Contents
- Guide
- Program Information
- Impressions (Visit/Plan)
- Where to Stay
- Restaurants & Cafés
- Nearby Attractions
- Getting There
- In Closing
- Photo Snapshots
- Videos
- Related News
Guide
- Event — Culture Day Youth Mic (Chungcheong Region)
- Dates — 2025-03-25 ~ 2025-11-30
- Hours — 19:00~20:30
- Venue — Daejeon Cultural Industry Complex Cooperative
- Address — 46, Yuseong-daero 740beon-gil (Jangdae-dong), Yuseong-gu, Daejeon
- Admission — Free
- Host — Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism
- Organizer — Regional Culture Promotion Agency
- Inquiries — 042-825-6781
- 18:30 Arrive on site; grab a seat or spread a picnic mat
- 18:50 Join the side experience programs
- 19:00 Main performance begins — enjoy fusion gugak, world music, etc.
- 19:40 Take a stroll and have a photo time during the break
- 20:00 Enjoy the highlights of ‘Youth Circus, Music Show’
- 20:30 After the show, head out and take public transportation
Prepare for cold or rain for outdoor shows
Bring a picnic mat
Free performance — check schedule and venue in advance
With a focus on creating a space for communication and empathy between audiences and artists, the stage blends diverse genres to cross boundaries with its unique charm. It’s a festival that adds energy to daily life and leaves lasting memories with fresh thrills and fun.
In 2025, the program unfolds in open spaces across the Chungcheong region — from natural settings and lakeside parks to public plazas — under the theme ‘Youth Circus, MUSIC SHOW.’ It’s free for everyone to access, bringing audiences up close to the performances of young artists.
Program Information
A stream of performances spans fusion gugak, world music, gypsy music, gugak, jazz, traditional performing arts, pop, magic, and more. Expect a wide range of emotions that transcend genre boundaries. (ktriptips.com)
Hands-on experiences and collaborations with local organizations are planned on site. Join briefly before or after the show to add to the fun. (ktriptips.com)
‘Youth Circus, Music Show’ rolls out across four locations, including Bogangcheon Poplar Forest in Jeungpyeong, Seongseong Lake Park in Cheonan, and the Daejeon Expo Citizens’ Plaza. (v.daum.net)
Uplifting traditional music, singer-songwriters, and a variety of musicians come together to create a cross-generational rhythm. (newsro.kr)
Check the show time (19:00–20:30) in advance and plan your travel. As a free event, popular stages tend to fill up early. (ktriptips.com)
If it’s outdoors, bring warm layers or rain gear to handle changing weather. (ktriptips.com)
In natural spaces, parks, or plazas, a picnic mat makes for a more comfortable viewing experience. (v.daum.net)
Prepare for cold or rain for outdoor shows
Free performance — check schedule and venue in advance
Impressions (Visit/Plan)
Today is November 20, 2025. Since ‘Culture Day Youth Mic (Chungcheong Region)’ runs from March 25 to November 30, I visited as the festival nears its end. The warmth and sound of the venue, and the faces of the people there, still linger vividly. The stage I saw was on a summer night at Sogeumjeong Park in Danyang, around the Dalmaji Pocha. As the drowsy sunlight faded and dusk settled, the beats of samulnori spread through the air, and the delicate guitar lines of an acoustic duo softly wrapped around my ears, drawing me in without effort. Hedi’s voice drifted calmly like glints of light on water, and the breaths and applause of the audience blended as one, heightening the mood of the night.
Stages under the banner of “Youth Circus, Music Show” also rose across the Chungcheong region. In Hongsan-myeon, Buyeo-gun, the resonance of traditional music filled the wide-open space, and people of different generations faced one another, sharing applause and admiration. I was especially impressed by performances like “서의철가단,” “나린,” and “미지니,” where your heart sways the moment their voices reach you. The appeal of shows like these lies not only in watching, but in feeling together.
The freshness of the air before the performance, the warmth of the spotlights on stage, and even the soft breaths of people listening on the grass all stacked up into a single memory. In those moments, everyone became part of the festival at their own pace and in their own way. If you plan to sit on the lawn, a small mat or blanket makes it more comfortable. This festival shows, at heart, how culture can seep into everyday life.
Where to Stay
We’ve gathered nearby stays for easy access to the stages around Jangdae-dong, Yuseong-gu. With a short walk or quick drive, you can enjoy the show comfortably and stroll back in the night air without hassle.
14, Oncheonbuk-ro (Bongmyeong-dong), Yuseong-gu, Daejeon
Easy access to central Yuseong-gu · Convenient transport
It’s best to reserve ahead on busy weekends.
[Distance: 0.8 km]
127, Gyeryong-ro (Bongmyeong-dong), Yuseong-gu, Daejeon
Great transit access · Urban stay
Check the check-in time and parking availability.
[Distance: 1.1 km]
10-1, Oncheon-ro 101beon-gil (Bongmyeong-dong), Yuseong-gu, Daejeon
Near the hot spring area · Clean condition
If checking in late, we recommend calling in advance.
[Distance: 1.3 km]
157, Gyeryong-ro (Bongmyeong-dong), Yuseong-gu, Daejeon
Transit-friendly · In the urban living zone
We recommend confirming parking in advance.
[Distance: 1.3 km]
29, Dunsanjung-ro 32beon-gil (Dunsan-dong), Seo-gu, Daejeon
Urban access · Efficient travel
We recommend booking early on weekends.
[Distance: 4.8 km]
55, Expo-ro 123beon-gil (Doryong-dong), Yuseong-gu, Daejeon
Easy to reach Expo area · Business-oriented
During exhibitions and events, check room status in advance.
[Distance: 5.4 km]
69, Technojungang-ro (Gwanpyeong-dong), Yuseong-gu, Daejeon
Close to Techno Valley · Easy transfers
If paired with business plans, factor in travel time.
[Distance: 9.0 km]
161, Technojungang-ro (Yongsan-dong), Yuseong-gu, Daejeon
Good access to the new downtown · Reliable condition
Please check checkout time and parking rules in advance.
[Distance: 9.1 km]
Restaurants & Cafés
Here are cafés and eateries in order of proximity that are easy to stop by before or after the show. Pick along your route for a smooth evening plan.
641, Yuseong-daero (Guam-dong), Yuseong-gu, Daejeon
Café · Dessert
Great for a chat and a short break before the show.
[Distance: 1.1 km]
68, Dunsan-ro (Dunsan-dong), Seo-gu, Daejeon
Brunch · Coffee
Try visiting during off-peak hours.
[Distance: 4.1 km]
21, Dunsan-ro 123beon-gil (Dunsan-dong), Seo-gu, Daejeon
Korean · Hearty meal
Expect a wait during dinner peak times.
[Distance: 4.6 km]
21, Dunsan-ro 123beon-gil (Dunsan-dong), Seo-gu, Daejeon
Specialty coffee · Dessert
Nice for a chat after the show.
[Distance: 4.6 km]
28, Jungang-ro 156beon-gil (Eunhaeng-dong), Jung-gu, Daejeon
Pork cutlet · Casual dining
There may be a line on site.
[Distance: 8.9 km]
41-7, Jungang-ro 156beon-gil (Eunhaeng-dong), Jung-gu, Daejeon
Music listening · Lounge vibe
If visiting late, confirm your ride options.
[Distance: 8.9 km]
4, Dongseo-daero 1695beon-gil (Yongjeon-dong), Dong-gu, Daejeon
Western · Casual
Avoid peak times for a smoother visit.
[Distance: 9.1 km]
25, Daedongcheon Jwa-an 5-gil (Soje-dong), Dong-gu, Daejeon
Retro vibe · Café
Plenty of photo spots — take your time exploring.
[Distance: 9.5 km]
Nearby Attractions
We recommend a light loop of nearby parks and exhibition spaces before or after the show. Linking spots within 2–6 km makes for an easy stroll and casual viewing.
Noeun-dong, Yuseong-gu, Daejeon
A neighborhood park for walks and rest
A gentle route for a sunset stroll.
[Distance: 2.0 km]
251, Hyeonchungwon-ro (Gap-dong), Yuseong-gu, Daejeon
Serene arboretum and memorial space
Please observe quiet decorum.
[Distance: 3.3 km]
1, Expo-ro (Doryong-dong), Yuseong-gu, Daejeon
City promotion · Hands-on exhibits
Check opening hours before visiting.
[Distance: 4.5 km]
Jungchon-dong, Jung-gu, Daejeon
Riverside walks and relaxation
Good for light exercise and strolls.
[Distance: 6.4 km]
Doan-dong, Seo-gu, Daejeon
A bit of greenery like a small pause
A short nearby walk to reset your rhythm.
[Distance: 6.4 km]
46, Seonhwaseo-ro (Seonhwa-dong), Jung-gu, Daejeon
Exhibitions capturing the city’s memory
If there’s a guided tour, try to time your visit.
[Distance: 8.1 km]
17-9, Yeonjeong-gil, Banpo-myeon, Gongju-si, Chungcheongnam-do
Quiet village scenery
Walk slowly and enjoy the views.
[Distance: 8.8 km]
123, Technojungang-ro (Yongsan-dong), Yuseong-gu, Daejeon
Shopping and photo spots
Check hours of operation before visiting.
[Distance: 9.0 km]
Getting There
Public Transit — From a Daejeon subway station or major bus terminal, take a bus and get off at stops toward “Yuseong Market” or “Jangdae-dong,” then walk. (ktriptips.com)
By Car — Use Yuseong-daero or nearby arterial roads, then turn onto Yuseong-daero 740beon-gil in Jangdae-dong. Address: 46, Yuseong-daero 740beon-gil (Jangdae-dong), Yuseong-gu, Daejeon. (ktriptips.com)
Prepare for cold or rain for outdoor shows
In Closing
At open-air stages across the Chungcheong region, Youth Mic brings young artists and citizens together between 19:00 and 20:30, adding music and warmth to everyday life. From fusion gugak to jazz and traditional performing arts, you can enjoy a colorful lineup for free — a perfect, soulful way to end your day.
Settle in with a simple picnic mat, and encourage one another with sound and applause. The scene from that moment will stay with you for a long time.
