Cheongchun Mic (청춘마이크) is a free touring street concert series in Korea. Its 2026 Jeolla and Jeju edition puts young artists and active seniors on stage together. The official website lists the program period as April to November 2026. Shows move around Gwangju, South Jeolla, North Jeolla and Jeju, from Jungoe Park in Gwangju to local markets, beaches and town festivals. Admission is free, and anyone of any age can watch.
The full official title is 2026 Munhwaga Inneun Nal Cheongchun Mic, Jeolla·Jeju (2026 문화가 있는 날 청춘마이크 전라·제주권). Cheongchun means “youth,” so the name roughly reads as “youth mic.”
What Is Cheongchun Mic Jeolla & Jeju?
The program has two aims. It gives local performing groups regular chances to play in everyday spaces and to meet and work with one another. It also brings live art close to where residents live. Performers get a springboard for growth, and the wider goal is to spread access to culture more evenly between regions.
This year’s Jeolla and Jeju theme is Cheongchun Eoram (청춘어람), with the subtitle “Young people who follow tradition, seniors who seek the new.” Young performers and the sinnonyeon (active older) generation share the stage. The idea is to break down the wall between generations, so that experience and fresh ideas pass both ways and both groups grow together.
Other regions, such as the Seoul metropolitan area and Gangwon, run their own Cheongchun Mic programs. This guide covers only the Jeolla and Jeju shows.
Cheongchun Mic 2026 Schedule and Venues
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Official name | 2026 Munhwaga Inneun Nal Cheongchun Mic, Jeolla·Jeju (2026 문화가 있는 날 청춘마이크 전라·제주권) |
| Program period (official website) | April – November 2026 |
| Number of performances | 47 |
| Show times | Vary by performance |
| Main address | 50 Haseo-ro, Buk-gu, Jeonnam-Gwangju Integrated Special City (Unam-dong) (전남광주통합특별시 북구 하서로 50 (운암동)), Jungoe Park |
| Venues | Jungoe Park, Gwangju, and locations across the Jeolla and Jeju region (changes each time) |
| Admission | Free |
| Age | All ages |
| Organizers | Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism / Regional Culture Promotion Agency (지역문화진흥원); run by Sangsango Co., Ltd. (㈜상상오) |
| Contact | 062-412-1197 |
| Official website | http://youngmic.com |
The two sources give different dates. Korea Tourism Organization data lists the event as running from March 12 to December 11, 2026. The official website says “2026.04 – 2026.11 Jeolla·Jeju.” November may be the last month, but dates and venues for November and December have not been published yet.
There’s no fixed stage. Past venues include:
- 6070 Cheongchun Gongjakso (6070청춘공작소) in Gokseong (performance on Sunday, October 11, 2026, at 1:00 p.m.)
- Gwangju Chungjang Festival (광주충장축제)
- Damyang Market (담양시장)
- Dolmeori Beach (돌머리해수욕장) in Hampyeong
- Hwangnyong Chinsu Park (황룡친수공원) in Gwangju
The official website posts each performance’s date, time and location as a separate entry on its “공연안내” (performance info) board. Check it before you go.
What to Expect at Cheongchun Mic’s Cheongchun Eoram Shows
Cheongchun Eoram shows take place in everyday public spaces and come in two formats:
- Individual sets: Youth groups and senior groups each perform their own set.
- Project collaborations: A youth group and a senior group form one team and perform together.
On October 31, 2026, Hwangnyong Chinsu Park in Gwangju hosted a special performance. That day, 28 young and senior groups formed 8 collaboration teams.
Cheongchun Mic Admission and Age Policy
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Admission | Free |
| Age | All ages |
| Show times | Vary by performance |
These are street performances, so there’s nothing to book. Just show up at the venue and watch for free. Start times change from show to show, so check the performance board first.
Getting to Cheongchun Mic at Jungoe Park, Gwangju
The venue changes from show to show, so this guide doesn’t list routes, travel times or fares from different starting points. Directions to Jungoe Park, the main address, couldn’t be confirmed from official sources either, so they’re also left out.
| Place | Address |
|---|---|
| Main address (Jungoe Park, Gwangju) | 50 Haseo-ro, Buk-gu, Jeonnam-Gwangju Integrated Special City (Unam-dong) (전남광주통합특별시 북구 하서로 50 (운암동)) |
| Facility in the same park | Gwangju Museum of Art (광주시립미술관), 52 Haseo-ro, Buk-gu (북구 하서로 52) |
To find Jungoe Park, search for the Gwangju Museum of Art in your map app. It sits inside the same park. For shows in other towns, look up the venue on the performance board first, then plan your route.
Tips for Watching Cheongchun Mic
- Check the performance board first. The location and time change every show, so look at the “공연안내” board on the official website before you set out.
- Watch for cancellations when the weather turns. Rain and heat waves have caused cancellations the day before a show. Notices go up on the official website’s announcements page and on Instagram.
- Plan around the remaining shows. The official website lists the program as running through November, so check the remaining dates in advance.
- Call if you’re unsure. If you can’t confirm a date or venue, contact Sangsango Co., Ltd. (㈜상상오) at 062-412-1197.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Cheongchun Mic free?
Yes, it’s free. The Cheongchun Mic Jeolla and Jeju shows have no admission fee and are open to all ages.
When does Cheongchun Mic Jeolla & Jeju end?
According to the official website, the program runs from April to November 2026. Korea Tourism Organization data lists it through December 11, 2026, but no November or December show dates have been published yet. Check the performance board on the official website for updates.
What are the November dates and venues for Cheongchun Mic?
November dates are posted on the “공연안내” (performance info) board of the official website. Each performance gets its own entry with the date, time and location. No November schedule has been published yet.
Where does Cheongchun Mic take place?
The venue changes with every performance. It’s a touring street show that travels around Gwangju, South Jeolla, North Jeolla and Jeju. Past stops include Jungoe Park in Gwangju, 6070 Cheongchun Gongjakso in Gokseong, the Gwangju Chungjang Festival, Damyang Market, Dolmeori Beach in Hampyeong and Hwangnyong Chinsu Park in Gwangju.
Are Cheongchun Mic shows canceled when it rains?
They can be canceled because of the weather. Shows have been called off the day before because of rain or heat waves. Cancellations are announced on the official website’s announcements page and on Instagram.
What is Cheongchun Eoram?
Cheongchun Eoram is a cross-generational program that puts young artists and active seniors on stage together. It includes individual sets by each group and collaboration performances by youth-and-senior project teams.
How do I get to Jungoe Park in Gwangju?
Jungoe Park is at 50 Haseo-ro, Buk-gu, Jeonnam-Gwangju Integrated Special City (Unam-dong) (전남광주통합특별시 북구 하서로 50 (운암동)). Transportation options and travel times couldn’t be confirmed from official sources. The Gwangju Museum of Art (52 Haseo-ro, Buk-gu) is inside the same park, so try searching for it in your map app.
Who do I contact about Cheongchun Mic Jeolla & Jeju?
Call Sangsango Co., Ltd. (㈜상상오) at 062-412-1197. The official website is http://youngmic.com.
