The Korean Cultural Center in the Philippines (KCC) unveiled a series of vibrant K-culture events lined up for June and July.
From traditional performances and webtoon exhibits to K-drama concerts and K-pop festivities, there’s something for every K-culture enthusiast. These are:
Korea Festival in Cebu
The Cebu leg of the "K-Culture Next Door: 2024 Korean Festival" will be held on June 15 and 16 at the SM Seaside City Cebu. The festival kicks off with an opening ceremony at 2 p.m. at the Sky Hall, with festivities running from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. at the Mountain Wing Atrium. It will feature traditional and contemporary Korean experiences and performances—all for free. Highlights include:
● The Jeju Special Self-Governing Provincial Dance Company, who will showcase unique performances from Jeju,
● K-Tigers, Korea's fusion taekwondo team, delivering an exhilarating contemporary performance, and the
● University of Cebu Dance Company, to represent a repertoire of traditional Filipino dance.
K-Comics World Tour
Explore the evolving world of Korean webtoons at our “K-Comics World Tour”, running from June 21 to Aug. 10 at the Groundspace Gallery, The M in Bonifacio Global City from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Hosted by the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism (MCST) and the Korea Creative Content Agency (KOCCA), the event will showcase how webtoons shape Korea’s entertainment industry, with popular K-drama adaptations like "What's Wrong with Secretary Kim" and "Red Sleeve" featured. Entrance is free and no registration is required.
A Webtoon workshop will also happen on the opening date, June 21. Interested participants may register until June 14 through: bit.ly/KComicsWorkshop
K-Drama OST Concert
Celebrate the love for K-dramas with the "OST Symphony: K-drama in Concert featuring the Philippine Philharmonic Orchestra.” This first-of-its-kind concert in the Philippines, organized by KCC in collaboration with the National Commission for Culture and the Arts (NCCA) and the Cultural Center of the Philippines (CCP), will take place on June 29, 2 p.m., at the Metropolitan Theater, Manila. Relive memories of beloved K-dramas and reserve your seats at bit.ly/ostsymphony.
KPOP Academy
Dance to the beat of K-pop in July events, starting with the KPOP Academy. This inaugural academy in the Philippines offers interested applicants a chance to register until Thursday, June 13 via bit.ly/KPOPAcademy . Featured mentors include:
● Jihoon from AUSPICIOUS, a seasoned choreographer and dancer who has worked with SM Entertainment and PLEDIS Entertainment, and performed with idols like SHINee's Onew, Tomorrow X Together, and EXO.
● Ciel from ACE DANCE STUDIO, the Performance Director of Dreamcatcher and trained idols like Dalshabet and ‘Masked Singer’ Sohyang
● Adding more excitement, the five-member P-pop group KAIA will grace the students on their recital day.
Everyone's KPOP: Manila
Experience the energy of K-pop at "Everyone's KPOP: Manila" on July 6 at the Mega Fashion Hall, SM Megamall. The event is dedicated to all K-pop and non-K-pop fans, featuring the annual Kpop Cover Dance Festival, with the winner earning a trip to Korea for the finals and a variety of fan club booths, stage games, and experiences throughout the day.
Surprise performances from invited artists will also be revealed in the following days.
