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Ulsan Whale Festival

울산고래축제 · Ulsan Gorae Chukje

Dates: October 15–18, 2026
Venue: Jangsaengpo Whale Culture Special Zone
Address: 244 Jangsaengpogorae-ro, Nam-gu, Ulsan (Maam-dong)울산광역시 남구 장생포고래로 244 (매암동)
Region: Ulsan
Organizer: Whale Culture Foundation
Host: Nam-gu Office, Ulsan
Admission: Free
Phone: +82-52-270-9324

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Ulsan Whale Festival opens October 15
The 30th Ulsan Whale Festival will be held for 4 days from October 15 to 18 across the Jangsaengpo Whale Culture Special Zone in Nam-gu, Ulsan. Marking its 30th anniversary under the theme 'The Whale's Invitation, a 30th Birthday Party!', the festival features a 300-member citizens' choir, a whale parade and a special fireworks show.

Translated from the Korean listing (updated October 14, 2026). Dates are taken directly from our festival database. Source: 한국관광공사 TourAPI. Schedules can change at the organiser's discretion; please confirm with the organiser before you travel.

Ulsan Whale Festival

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Ulsan Whale Festival opens October 15