13th Latin American Festival

Name: 13th Latin American Festival
Start: 2026-09-19
End: 2026-09-19
Location: Seoul, Seongbuk District

The 13th Latin American Festival was held on September 19, 2026, at the Baram Madang plaza area of Seongbuk District Office in Seoul. It featured the participation of 15 Central and South American countries' embassies, offering cultural booths with traditional foods, crafts, and a variety of performances including traditional dances and music.

Date: Sep 19, 2026
Location: Seoul, Seongbuk District

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Event summary

Highlights

Participation of 15 Central and South American countries' embassies
Cultural booths featuring traditional foods (arepas, empanadas, tacos, pupusas)
Performances including Mexican Jalisco dance, Argentine tango, and various Latin music and dances
Showcasing diverse Latin American cultures in Seoul

Organized by the Seongbuk District Office, this festival marked its 13th edition, having been initially launched in 2011. Approximately 22 booths were set up, providing both sales and hands-on experiences focused on Latin American culture. Attendees had the opportunity to enjoy traditional foods such as arepas, empanadas, tacos, and pupusas, along with browsing traditional hats, musical instruments, accessories, and local specialties.

Cultural entertainment was a key highlight, with performances ranging from the traditional Mexican Jalisco dance and Argentine tango to Ecuadorian traditional and popular music, Salvadoran traditional dance, Peruvian Latin music, and Colombian traditional dance. Ambassadors from participating countries, including the Dominican Republic and Chile, engaged in the event, promoting their nations' distinct cultures, music, and even baseball traditions, underscoring the rich diversity within Latin America.

Practical details

Location described by the source: Baram Madang plaza; www.koreatimes.co.kr
Area for browsing nearby events: Seoul, Seongbuk District

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