This is an article about Baekjung (백중), a traditional Korean harvest festival that celebrates farmers, honours ancestors, and preserves the country's rich rural and Buddhist heritage.

We visited the 2025 Soraepogu Festival in Incheon (Sep 26–28). From shrimp catching and kimchi-making to seafood feasts, prayer rituals, and live performances, here’s why this marine ecology festival is a must-visit.