Imagine sitting where Joseon kings once held court, surrounded by centuries-old architecture, as 100 musicians perform traditional Korean music under the stars.

The Royal Palace Concert is back for 2026, and it's happening inside Changdeokgung's Injeongjeon Hall, a UNESCO World Heritage site rarely open after dark.

This isn't background music at a tourist site.

It's a full orchestra of gayageum, daegeum, and haegeum filling a 600-year-old hall built for kings.

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○ A Performance by 100 Artists (60 min)

○ Court Music "Sujecheon"

  - A signature piece of Joseon court music, Sujecheon means "wishing for eternal life like the heavens." Its solemn and elegant melody was performed at royal banquets.

○ Instrumental Ensemble "Cheonnyeonmanse" 

  - This traditional ensemble piece means "may it last a thousand years, ten thousand years." Bright and spirited, it features gayageum, daegeum, haegeum, and more in joyful harmony.

○ Court Music "Suryongeum"

  - Performed at royal banquets, this piece carries the grandeur and majesty of a dragon's presence.

○ Original Composition "Sounds of the Night"

  - A contemporary work that captures the quiet stillness of the palace at night through the delicate tones of traditional instruments.

○ Folk Song "Taepyeongga"

  - A Gyeonggi folk song meaning "the nation is peaceful and the people are at ease." Known for its bright, festive melody.

○ Instrumental Solo "Geomungo Sanjo"

  - A virtuosic solo showcasing the rich, deep tones of the geomungo (six-string zither) and the skill of the performer.

○ Folk Medley "Arirang Suite"

  - Korea's most iconic folk song reimagined through regional variations, capturing the heart and soul of Korean folk music.

Experience the grandeur of 100 musicians performing 

against the stunning backdrop of Injeongjeon Hall, a UNESCO World Heritage treasure.

This special evening at a Korean palace will leave you with memories and emotions that last long after the final note fades.

1. Event Period : May 1 (Fri) – May 3 (Sun), 2026, 3 performances total (1 per day)

  ○ Eligibility : Foreigners only (includes foreign nationals and permanent residents / Korean nationals cannot participate)

2. Performance Time : 19:30 – 20:30 (about 60 minutes)

  ○ Arrive at the on-site registration area at least 30 minutes before the performance

  ○ Includes a brief English explanation of the performance

3. Performance Venue : Changdeokgung Injeongjeon Hall

  ○ On-site Reception Area : Information desk in front of Changdeokgung Geumhomun Gate

4. Capacity : 100 people per performance

5. Age Restriction : 7 years old and up (born before 2019)

  ○ Children under 7 (born after 2019) are not permitted due to safety concerns at this nighttime event.

  ○ Children and teens ages 7–18 (born 2008–2019) must be accompanied by a guardian (separate ticket required for each person)

6. Reservation Method : Advance booking via Creatrip (maximum 4 tickets per person)

  ○ Reservation : https://creatrip.com/en/spot/13970

  ○ Reservation Confirmation : Entry allowed after presenting the Creatrip booking QR code at the venue

  ○ Booking deadline : 2 days before the event (until 23:59 KST)

7. How to Get There

  ○ Address : 99 Yulgok-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul, Changdeokgung Palace

  ○ Subway

    - Line 3 : Anguk Station, Exit 3 (5 minutes on foot)

    - Line 1,3,5 : ongno 3-ga Station, Exit 7 (10 minutes on foot)

  ○ Bus : 'Seoul Donhwamun Gugakdang' stop

    - Main lines : 109, 151, 162, 171, 172, 272, 710

    - Feeder line : 7025