[Program] ○ Seokjojeon Night Tour (English-guided) and Original Musical Performance (in Korean) ○ Terrace Café Experience: Each table seats 2 people. Seating will be randomly assigned at the time of reservation, and details will be provided upon check-in. ○ Upon reservation, choose 1 beverage from 4 options: (Hot Coffee / Iced Coffee / Hot Traditional Tea / Iced Traditional Tea) ○ 3 types of desserts (Pound Cake, Financier, Sablé) will be provided on-site. ※ Night tour of Seokjojeon (English guide) → Terrace café experience → Creative musical (in Korean) At the Seokjojeon 2F Terrace Café, enjoy classical live performances alongside “Gabae” (traditional coffee), traditional tea, and Western-style desserts once favored in the royal palace. Enjoy a sweet and relaxing tea time while listening to beautiful music under the romantic night view of Deoksugung Seokjojeon. In the reception hall where distinguished guests were once welcomed, an original musical unfolds, telling the story of the Korean Empire’s royal family. The Seokjojeon at Night in Deoksugung Palace offers a special opportunity to explore the historic Seokjojeon, experience the flavors and melodies of the royal court, and enjoy a musical performance that tells the story of the Emperor. Immerse yourself in the beauty of Deoksugung Palace and discover Korean art and culture in a deeper, more meaningful way! <Seokjojeon Night Tour> ○ For the night tour of Seokjojeon, you’ll be asked to change into slippers, so we recommend wearing shoes that are easy to take on and off. ○ Please note that there are many stairs inside Seokjojeon.  ○ Elevators are available for those with mobility difficulties or using wheelchairs, but additional travel time may limit participation in some parts of the program. <Terrace Cafe Seating> ○ Each table at the terrace café seats two people.  ○ Seats are assigned on-site on a first-come-first-served basis. <Terrace Cafe Menu> ○ Three desserts provided on-site   - Plum Blossom Castella : Castella cake engraved with plum blossom motif   - Pear Purée Tart : Tart filled with cooked pear purée   - Mont Blanc Dacquoise : Dacquoise filled with chestnut cream ○ Choose one drink when booking:   - Gabae Coffee (hot or iced) : Named after the Korean pronunciation of “coffee” in the early 20th century   - Gambi Tea (Hot) : Healthy tea blend of Job's tears, tangerine peel, buckwheat, and mulberry leaves to support circulation   - Mulberry Tea (iced) : A refreshing tea made with mulberries and lemon 1. Event Dates : May 1 (Fri) – May 3 (Sun), 2026 (3 days, 6 sessions total, 3 sessions per day) 2. Times (Duration : Approx. 100 minutes)   ○ Session 1: 18:00 – 19:40   ○ Session 2: 18:40 – 20:20   ○ Session 3: 19:15 – 20:55 3. Capacity : Limited to 18 participants per session 4. Booking Period : Until 23:59 (KST), two days before the event   ○ How to Book : Advance reservation via Creatrip (max 2 tickets per person) Check-In Time (KST): Begins 20 minutes before each session (must arrive at least 10 minutes early) https://creatrip.com/en/spot/13948 5. Check-In : Entry allowed after confirming your Creatrip reservation and ID at the on-site check-in desk (physical passport required) 6. Eligibility : Foreigners only (including foreign nationals and permanent residents; Korean companions not allowed)   ○ Age Limit : Open to ages 7 and up (born in 2019 or earlier).    ○ Children under 7 are not allowed for safety reasons.    ○ Children and teens (born between 2008 and 2019) must be accompanied by a guardian, and each person must have their own ticket.

- Ancestral rites at Yeongnyeongjeon Hall (10:00 a.m.) and the Main Hall (2:00 p.m.) - Advance reservations open from April 17; live broadcast available via screens at Gyeongbokgung Square and the Korea Heritage Service YouTube channel The Korea Heritage Service (Administrator Huh Min), in cooperation with the Korea Heritage Agency (President Lee Gwi-young) and the Jongmyo Daeje Organizing Committee (Chairman Lee Gwi-nam; Jongmyo Jerye Preservation Society and Jongmyo Jeryeak Preservation Society), will hold the 2026 Jongmyo Daeje at 2:00 p.m. on May 3 at Jongmyo Shrine (Jongno-gu, Seoul). ‘Jongmyo Daeje’ is classified as a gillye, an auspicious rite under the Gukjo Oryeui, and is the highest state ritual in which the memorial tablets of the kings and queens of the Joseon Dynasty, as well as the emperors and empresses of the Korean Empire, are enshrined and honored at Jongmyo Shrine. This comprehensive rite integrates royal ancestral ritual (Jongmyo Jerye), music (Jongmyo Jeryeak), and dance (Ilmu), and was inscribed in 2001 on UNESCO’s Representative List of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity under the title “Jongmyo Jerye and Jongmyo Jeryeak.” Since 2006, it has been held as an international cultural event, welcoming distinguished guests from Korea and abroad. * The Gukjo Oryeui is a state ritual code compiled in 1474 that defines the five categories of rites: gillye (auspicious rites), hyungnye (funerary rites), gunrye (military rites), binnye (reception rites), and garye (wedding rites). The Jongmyo Daeje is held annually on the first Sunday of May in accordance with Confucian ritual procedures. This year’s program will begin with the ancestral rite at Yeongnyeongjeon Hall at 10:00 a.m., followed by a royal procession (Eogahaengnyeol) from Gwanghwamun Gate to Jongmyo Shrine, and the main ancestral rite at the Main Hall at 2:00 p.m. Following the ceremony, the Sinsil (spirit chamber) of the Main Hall will be open for public viewing. This year, the number of seats will be expanded to allow more visitors to experience the historical and cultural significance of Jongmyo Shrine. For those unable to attend in person, large screens will be installed at key locations within the shrine, including in front of Yeongnyeongjeon Hall and the Main Hall, as well as at Heungnyemun Square in Gyeongbokgung Palace, to broadcast the rites live. * Korea Heritage Service YouTube: www.youtube.com/@khs_pr * Gungneung TV YouTube: www.youtube.com/@K-royalculture Seating for the main ancestral rite will be divided into advance reservation seating and on-site seating. Advance reservations will be available on a first-come, first-served basis from 2:00 p.m. on April 17 via Ticketlink (www.ticketlink.co.kr), while on-site seating will be allocated on a first-come basis on the day of the event. In addition, the Korea Heritage Service and the Korea Heritage Agency will host ‘Jongmyo Week’ (April 25–May 3), offering a range of programs that allow visitors to experience both the tangible and intangible heritage of Jongmyo. Pre-events include Jongmyo Myohyeollye (April 25–27), featuring a musical based on the royal rite, and the Royal Ancestral Ritual Music Nighttime Performance (April 28–30). In particular, the Royal Ancestral Ritual Music Nighttime Performance has drawn significant public attention, with all seats selling out within 30 seconds of the opening of advance reservations. It will present the essence of court arts through ritual music and dance at the Main Hall at 8:00 p.m. over three days, open to the general public, with invitations extended to descendants of independence activists. * Myohyeollye is a Joseon-era rite in which a newly wedded queen or crown princess paid respects to the ancestral royal spirits at Jongmyo Shrine. Further information is available on the Korea Heritage Service website (www.khs.go.kr) and the Korea Heritage Agency website (www.kh.or.kr), or via the Royal Palaces Program Help Desk (☎1522-2295). The Korea Heritage Service will continue its efforts to promote the tangible and intangible values of Jongmyo Shrine as a “living heritage,” while strengthening systematic preservation and expanding opportunities for public engagement.

Light of Harmony upon the waters of Changgyeonggung Palace Night falls, Changgyeonggung Palace shimmers as a wordless dialogue with the Palace unfolds along the water’s edge, in the twilit hours all that the eye sees are flickering forms in this Palace where we leave behind time and space to commune with the light of harmony in full bloom. 1. Event Period : 2026. 4. 24.(Fri) ~ 5. 3.(Sun) 20:00 ~ 20:37 ※ Last Admission: 20:00 ※ Due to possible congestion at the ticket booth, wait times may be prolonged. Please arrive at least 30 minutes before last admission. 2. Venue : Changgyeonggung Palace 3. Program Information   ○ Scenic Experience I “A Waterway for Dialogue” (Entrance) The pine tree that bore witness to the history of the Palace glows in communion with light in a space designed around the Chinese logogram for conversation "話" which serves as a unifying visual motif. For a moment visitors leave the current era behind to enter into a profound, silent dialogue with the Palace in its time.   ○ Scenic Experience II “Moonlight Lotus Show" (Large Chundangji Pond) - Main projection area The logogram “花” — blossoming — is the visual motif giving meaning to the light ripples upon Chundangji Pond as a harmonization of both the visible and invisible beauty of Changgyeonggung Palace. The triumphs and tragedies of the Palace are given form as threads of light weaving through the water's surface into a flower of harmony and peaceful coexistence that will blossom as petals of water- drops and light in the heart of modern man.   ○ Scenic Experience III "Silver-white Light" (Baeksongnamu) The logogram “畵” that means “to color” serves as the central motif of “Silver-white Light” that compares the silvery white bark of Baeksongnamu — the living witness to Changgyeonggung Palace history — to the old age of the palace. As chromatic light colors the tree's white bark, we are taken back in time to when the Palace was in its glory.   ○ Scenic Experience IV “Light of Harmony" (Daeonsil) Extracting the design motif from the logogram “華", meaning “to emit light”, this light installation transforms the Daeonsil (Great Glass Greenhouse) into a treasure chest floating above an illuminated water surface. The Daeonsil being both a symbol of modern architectural advances in the Joseon era and the tragedy of cultural destruction through Imperialism effectively conveys the principles of harmony and transmutation as embodied by Changgyeonggung Palace in this iteration as an instrument of light bringing together Korea's traditional and early modern experiences.   ○ Scenic Experience V “Water's Breath” (Small Chundangji Pond) - Main projection area The logogram that describes loveliness, "婲", provides the visual motif here. Almost hidden amongst the thick foliage of Changgyeonggung Palace, the calm surface of the Small Chundangji Pond echoes the delicate musical notes and light from this installation to make palpable the bittersweet memories and emotions etched into every surface in the Palace.   ○ Scenic Experience VI "Light of Harmonious Community and Peace" (Stroll Path) Forces of transmutation engage our senses as we stroll down the light-strewn path inspired by the logogram for harmonious unity and peace, "訸". Transmutation as expressed here means the healing and sublimation of the joys and pains of the past, the conflict and discord of the present; down this path of harmonious community and peace. It speaks to us, living in today's world, of transmuting past time, the present moment, and the laughter, tears, and strife to come as we walk with the Light of Harmonious Community and Peace.   ○ Scenic Experience VII "Lightful Waters of Virtuous Influence" (Exit) The seventh installation represents the lightful waters of rebirth. Through the logogram "和" meaning harmonious unity, the Palace and its message of unity and rebirth are brought forth. Light unfurls along a specially installed waterway of light, and as the emblematic patterns of Changgyeonggung Palace emerge we begin to feel the irresistible energy of rebirth.   ○ Scenic Experience VIII “The Eternal Palace” (Exit) Taking as the central motif the logogram "化" used here to mean "to become light", the installation work is designed to more deeply engrave this nocturnal dialogue with the Palace and refresh the splendor and harmony of the grounds in the minds of the visitors before they go back to the real world. Words to remember the Palace by float upon the scarlet Lightful Waters of Virtuous Influence, forming a rich and intricate language. Savoring this language of light with which the Palace spoke to us, and gazing inward at the Light of Harmony the Palace has slipped into our hearts. 4. Visitor Information   ○ Admission is available after purchasing a Changgyeonggung Palace ticket (KRW 1,000).   ○ Due to possible congestion at the ticket booth, wait times may be prolonged. Please arrive at least 30 minutes before last admission.(* Last admission: 20:00)   ○ As the palace grounds are dark at night, please exercise extra caution during your visit. Comfortable shoes and suitable attire are recommended.   ○ If the main projection areas (Scenic Experience Ⅱ and Ⅴ) become crowded, access may be restricted for safe operation.   ○ For smooth event operation and visitor safety, please follow the instructions of on-site staff and event personnel.   ○ Smoking is prohibited in all areas of the palace.   ○ As this is a protected heritage site, food, flammable materials, and recreational equipment are not permitted.   ○ Photographs and video footage taken during the event may be used for official promotion, research, and publications related to palace and royal tomb utilization programs. 5. Inquiries   ○ Korea Cultural Heritage Foundation, Royal Palace Utilization Program, Call Center (1522-2295)

"Experience the Majesty of Spring: The 2026 K-Royal Culture Festival" - From a festival to watch to a festival to participate in... 24 programs capturing the unique character of each palace - Expansion of programs for international visitors... An inclusive festival reaching children and the socially vulnerable Hosted by the Royal Palaces and Tombs Center of the Korea Heritage Service (Acting Director Ahn Ho) and organized by the Korea Heritage Agency (President Lee Gui-yeong), the K-Royal Culture Festival Spring 2026 (hereinafter, the “Festival”) will take place for nine days, from April 25 to May 3, at Seoul’s five royal palaces—Gyeongbokgung Palace, Changdeokgung Palace, Deoksugung Palace, Changgyeonggung Palace, and Gyeonghuigung Palace—as well as Jongmyo Shrine. Now in its 12th year, the Festival is South South Korea’s largest national heritage festival featuring traditional culture content set against the backdrop of the royal palaces. it drew a record-breaking 1.37 million visitors—the highest attendance to date—garnering significant attention from both domestic and international audiences. The 2026 Spring K-Royal Culture Festival, themed “Palaces, Awakening the Arts,” will present a diverse array of programs centered on four key directions: •Immersive experiences where visitors participate as protagonists within the performances; •Art-specialized programs that highlight the unique historical identity of each palace; •Expanded participation for international visitors and strengthened multilingual services; •Enhanced inclusive programs designed for everyone to enjoy together, including children, the elderly, the socially vulnerable, and local small business owners. At Gyeongbokgung Palace, the Festival will kick off with the Opening Ceremony (Apr. 24) at Heungnyemun Gate Square. Directed by Yang Jeong-woong, who served as the Artistic Director for the 2025 APEC Summit cultural events, the performance titled “Palaces, Awakening the Arts – Hyper Palace” will blend the modern sensibilities of K-content with the timeless aesthetics of the royal court. Hosted by announcer Oh Jung-yeon, the program will begin with the National Dance Company of Korea’s Mongyudowonmu. It will also feature a wide range of performances, including “Ganggangsullae” by rapper Woo Won-jae and the Performance Arts Group of the Korea Heritage Agency, as well as a hanbok fashion show combined with gugak (Korean traditional music) EDM. Highlights will include a collaborative stage featuring Choi Hojong, winner of Mnet’s male dance survival program Stage Fighter, and Heo Yoon-jeong, an apprentice graduate in Geomungo Sanjo, a National Intangible Heritage tradition. The lineup will also include a joint performance by vocalist Choi Ye-rim and the Noah Children’s Choir, as well as a reinterpreted Bongsan Mask Dance performance by AIKI with HOOK. The finale will feature a media facade mapping show and Hyangamurak by the National Gugak Center, showcasing the essence of royal court dance. Visitors can experience “A Time Travel, Gyeongbokgung (Apr. 25–29),” a large-scale immersive program that recreates the living history of the Joseon Dynasty. Additionally, “Royal Palace Daily Life (Apr. 25–29)” allows visitors to encounter various Joseon-era artists and artisans across the palace grounds: starting with the King’s morning audience at Geunjeongjeon Hall, and moving to the royal painters at Sujeongjeon Hall, as well as court musicians and seamstresses in the residential quarters. In “Newcomers of Royal Palace (Apr. 25–29),” visitors can experience court culture more deeply from the bearers of intangible heritage. At the “Children’s K-Royal Culture Festival (May 1–3),” children can participate in hands-on career experiences, learning about Joseon-era professions such as royal physicians (uigwan), guards (gapsa), royal chefs (suksu), court historians (sagwan), and military bands (chwitadae), while also enjoying fusion performances that blend tradition with modernity. The “A Stroll to Gyeonghoeru with Royal Court Musicians (Apr. 25–May 3)” program, designed for the socially vulnerable including single-parent families, offers a special opportunity to create lasting memories at the palace through activities such as playing traditional wind instruments and taking family portraits. Meanwhile, at Heungnyemun Gate Square, the “K-Heritage Market (Apr. 25–May 3)” will operate daily for nine days, featuring 23 booths with craftworks by bearers of National Intangible Heritage traditions and special exhibitions of Joseon royal tribute goods. At Changdeokgung Palace, the Festival will present “Awakening the Morning Palace (Apr. 28–May 3),” a guided walking tour where visitors can enjoy the serene atmosphere of the palace in the early morning. Additionally, the nighttime program “The Dance of Crown Prince Hyomyeong and the Moon (Apr. 28–30)” will be offered. This multifaceted program recreates the year 1828, when Crown Prince Hyomyeong (posthumously King Munjo) prepared a banquet to celebrate the 40th birthday of his mother, Queen Sunwon. Participants will tour the major halls and the Rear Garden of Changdeokgung, directly experiencing and completing the performance process In addition, the Injeongjeon Hall of Changdeokgung Palace will host a large-scale traditional arts performance for the first time, titled “Palace Concert – Taepyeongjiak by 100 Artists (May 1–3)”. Against the backdrop of Injeongjeon at night, a cast of 100 performers, including students and faculty from Ewha Womans University, will present a majestic and magnificent Gugak concert featuring pieces such as Sujecheon, Taepyungga, and Arirang. At Deoksugung Palace, programs have been prepared to showcase the music and culinary culture of the Korean Imperial Family. “The Royal Recreations Club (Apr. 25–May 3)” will take place at Jeonggwanheon, where visitors can enjoy special musical performances and experience the hobbies of Emperor Gojong, such as sports and tastings of Yangtangguk (the historical name for coffee). Additionally, “The Emperor’s Dining Table (May 1–3),” a gourmet talk show for international visitors, will be held at Jungmyeongjeon, offering a chance to taste the imperial banquet menu and learn about the history of royal cuisine. In front of Jeukjodang Hall, the crossover Gugak performance “Deoksugung Pungryu” will be held at 4 PM on April 26, May 1, and May 2. Audiences can enjoy a wide variety of performances, ranging from exciting stages by young Gugak artists to Gugak A cappella and OST medleys. At Changgyeonggung Palace, new programs centered on the daily lives of the King and Queen have been prepared. First, “Yeongchunheon, Spring Library (Apr. 27–May 1)” will be held at Yeongchunheon, which served as King Jeongjo’s personal reading space. Visitors can enjoy reading at individual desks while sipping royal tea, and at the Grand Greenhouse, they can participate in a hands-on activity to create their own traditional perfume sachets (hyangnang). In Tongmyeongjeon, the Queen's living quarters, the program “The Queen’s Choice (Apr. 30–May 3)” will be offered. The experience begins with an audience-participation play where visitors meet the Queen under the guidance of a court lady, followed by an exhibition of National Intangible Heritage crafts and a workshop on traditional wrapping techniques using bojagi cloth. At Gyeonghuigung Palace, the Korea Heritage Agency Arts Group will present the “K-Royal Culture Festival Gilnori (Traditional Performance Parade) (May 1)”. The parade will proceed from Heunghwamun Gate to Sungjeongmun Gate, featuring a vibrant lineup of traditional performances including the lion dance, Jindo drum dance, and pangut (communal ritual music and dance). In observance of Jongmyo Week (Apr. 25–May 3), Jongmyo Shrine will host the “Royal Ancestral Ritual Music Nighttime Performance (Apr. 28–30),” offering a rare opportunity to witness Jongmyo Jeryeak under the night sky. Recognized worldwide for its excellence and originality, Jongmyo Jeryeak was inscribed on the UNESCO Representative List of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity in 2001. The performance features a full ensemble of musicians and ilmuwon (dancers) performing in accordance with the traditional ritual procedures. To provide a more immersive and vivid experience of the majestic melodies and disciplined dance movements, the performers will notably face the audience during this special engagement. In addition, a variety of on-site programs will be available for visitors to enjoy, including the “K-Royal Culture Festival Stamp Tour,” the “Royal Court Games Playroom” featuring the Festival’s volunteer group “Goong-ee Doong-ee,” and the “K-Royal Culture Festival Gilnori,” a traditional parade that winds through the historic palace grounds. Reservations for pre-booking programs for the K-Royal Culture Festival Spring 2026 will begin at 12 p.m. on April 8. Programs will open sequentially, and reservations can be made through Ticketlink (www.ticketlink.co.kr). Programs for international visitors can be booked through Creatrip (www.creatrip.com). For further information, visitors may refer to the official K-Royal Culture Festival website (kh.or.kr/fest) or our Instagram channels: @royalculturefestival_official (Korean) and @ royalculturefestival.global (International)) The Royal Palaces and Tombs Center of the Korea Heritage Service and the Korea Heritage Agency will continue to develop and operate a wide range of creative programs, ensuring that everyone can fully experience and appreciate the unique charm of Korea’s royal palaces and tombs.

We sincerely thank all applicants who applied for the 5th KHA Global Ambassadors Program operated by the Korea Heritage Agency. All applicants were highly qualified; however, due to the limited number of positions available, we regret that we are unable to select everyone. We truly appreciate your deep interest in and appreciation for Korea’s heritage, and we hope to have the opportunity to meet you again in the future. The final selected candidates are announced as follows: (The list is arranged in alphabetical order.) Final Selection Announcement for the 2026 KHA Global Ambassadors Name The last four digits of the phone number ALY*** 0632 ERN*** 8890 FER*** 9012 GAR*** 6454 GAS*** 8402 HYE*** 5100 KIN*** 4212 KUC*** 1585 NGU*** 8818 PHA*** 9267 SHA*** 0611 SHI*** 6456 □ The Appointment Schedule: March 23(Mon), 2026    ※ Further details will be communicated to you via email. □ Inquiries: KHA PR Team (02-3011-2604/genie0104@kh.or.kr)

Experience 600 years of Joseon Dynasty tradition under the spring night sky at Jongmyo Shrine—usually closed after dark. This rare performance combines majestic music, solemn dance, and dramatic lighting against the backdrop of the shrine's main hall. When light and sound intertwine, centuries-old royal music comes alive in an unforgettable evening. What Makes This Performance Special! Experience two UNESCO-recognized treasures at once: Jongmyo Shrine and Jongmyo Jeryeak. A rare opportunity to experience Jongmyo Jeryeak at night in a space usually closed after dark. A stunning blend of lighting, music, and dance against the serene nighttime backdrop of Jongmyo Tiered seating ensures a clear view for all guests (same-day ticket exchange on a first-come basis, free seating). 1. Event dates : April 28–30, 2026 (Tue–Thu) | One performance per day 2. Performance time : 20:00–21:00 (KST, about 60 minutes)   ○ Check-in time:  19:00–19:50 3. Performance venue : Jongmyo Shrine Main Hall   ○ Check-in location : <Jongmyo Jerye Music Night Performance> Reservation Desk (in front of Jongmyo Shrine Main Gate) 4. Reservation Method : Advance booking via Creatrip (maximum 4 tickets per person)   ○ Reservation : https://creatrip.com/en/spot/14770   ○ Reservation Confirmation : Admission allowed after verifying Creatrip reservation and ID on-site (passport required)   ○ Booking deadline : 2 days before the event (until 23:59 KST) 5. Capacity : 40 guests per performance 6. Age Restriction : 7 years old and up (born before 2019)   ○ Children under 7 (born after 2019) are not permitted due to safety concerns at this nighttime event.   ○ Children and teens ages 7–18 (born 2008–2019) must be accompanied by a guardian (separate ticket required for each person)   ○ Eligibility : International visitors only (including foreign citizens and permanent residents / Korean citizens not permitted) 7. How to Get There   ○ Address : 157 Jong-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul (Jongmyo Shrine Main Gate – Check-in Desk)   ○ Subway : Jongno 3-ga Station – Exit 11 (Line 1) or Exit 8 (Lines 3 & 5) | 5-minute walk   ○ Bus : Routes 101, 103, 143, 150, 201, 260, 262, 270, 271, 370, 720, 721, 7212, 931 → Get off at "Jongno 4-ga·Jongmyo" stop