South Korea · Andong · September–October

Andong International Mask Dance Festival - Performance Schedule and Route

What to check before the Andong International Mask Dance Festival, including performance times, pairing with Hahoe Village, and a checklist.

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At a glance

The Andong International Mask Dance Festival brings together traditional Korean mask dance performances and mask theater from around the world in a fall festival. Planning your route around the performance schedule lets you catch multiple shows without missing out.

Checking the performance schedule

Various performances run in different time slots throughout the festival, so if there’s a show you want to see, it’s worth checking the schedule and planning your route in advance. Indoor and outdoor venues are sometimes separate, so factoring in travel time between them helps you enjoy the festival with less rush.

Pairing with Hahoe Village

The festival grounds and Hahoe Village are separate locations that require travel time between them. If you want to see both in one day, splitting your time — Hahoe Village in the morning and the mask dance festival in the afternoon, for example — tends to work more smoothly.

Before you go

  • Check the schedule in advance for performances you’re interested in
  • Factor in travel time if pairing with Hahoe Village
  • Look up public transit or shuttle bus information
  • Bring warm, wind-resistant layers for outdoor performances
  • Check whether hands-on programs need advance reservations

Routes compared

RouteCharacterBest for
Festival grounds onlyFocused viewing of multiple performancesVisitors who want to prioritize the performances
Paired with Hahoe VillageTraditional village plus the festivalVisitors who want to see more of Andong overall

Trip planning notes

Checking the performance schedule ahead of time and planning your movements around it matters most for the Andong International Mask Dance Festival. If Hahoe Village is also on your list, build enough time into the day to account for travel between the two.

Frequently asked questions

Do mask dance performances run all day?

Performances are scheduled across different time slots, so if there is a specific show you want to see, it helps to check the schedule and plan your route ahead of time.

Can I combine this with Hahoe Village?

The festival grounds and Hahoe Village are separate locations that require travel time, so seeing both in one day needs a plan that accounts for that travel.

Is it good to visit with kids?

There are family-friendly hands-on programs like mask-making, so many families do visit together.

Is parking or public transit more convenient?

Main roads can get congested during the festival, so public transit or shuttle buses tend to be relatively easier.