1, 2, 3 Seollal
The South Korean culture festival in Lille
About 1, 2, 3 Seollal
Created in 2022 by the K-France association, the 1, 2, 3 Seollal festival celebrates South Korean culture every January on the occasion of the Lunar New Year (Seollal). Located at Lille Grand Palais since its 3rd edition, this festival offers a complete immersion into the Korean universe: K-pop, traditional dance, martial arts, Korean gastronomy, cultural workshops, exhibitors, and conferences. With over 40 exhibitors and thousands of visitors, 1, 2, 3 Seollal has become the largest festival dedicated to Korean culture in northern France.
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1, 2, 3 Seollal: South Korea comes to Lille
Since 2022, the 1, 2, 3 Seollal festival has been making Lille vibrate with the colors of South Korea. Organized by the K-France association, this unique event in northern France celebrates Seollal, the Korean Lunar New Year, the country's most important traditional holiday.
A rapidly expanding festival
Born modestly at Bazaar Saint-So with 900 visitors for its first edition, the festival has experienced meteoric growth. The second edition, organized at EuraTech, attracted 3,500 people. Since the 3rd edition, Lille Grand Palais has been hosting the event, providing a venue worthy of its ambition and growing audience.
A rich and varied program
The festival offers a complete immersion into Korean culture through numerous activities:
- K-pop shows: performances by cover groups and dance troupes, K-pop contests.
- Traditional arts: demonstrations of traditional Korean dance, martial arts (taekwondo), calligraphy, and crafts.
- Gastronomy: stands offering authentic Korean cuisine (bibimbap, tteokbokki, kimbap, bulgogi) and a taste of the flavors of the Land of the Morning Calm.
- Discovery workshops: introduction to the Korean language, trying on hanbok (traditional costume), origami, temporary tattoos.
- Exhibitors: over 40 stands showcasing cultural products, Korean cosmetics, manga, merchandise, and artisanal creations.
- Conferences: discussions on Korean culture, society, and traditions.
A cultural bridge between Korea and Hauts-de-France
The festival's name is a nod to both the traditional Korean game '1, 2, 3 Sun' (mugunghwa kkochi pieotseumnida), popularized by the series Squid Game, and the celebration of the Lunar New Year. The K-France association, founded in Lys-lez-Lannoy, is dedicated to introducing and promoting South Korean culture to the French public, fostering intercultural exchange.
Practical information — 1, 2, 3 Seollal
Practical Information
Access and transport
By metro: Station 'Lille Grand Palais', line 2. The venue is immediately outside the station.
By train: From Lille Flandres or Lille Europe station, take metro line 2 towards Saint-Philibert, stop at Lille Grand Palais (2 stops).
By car: Grand Palais underground parking (1 boulevard des Cités Unies, 59000 Lille). Other parking lots are available nearby.
Venue
Lille Grand Palais, 1 boulevard des Cités Unies, 59000 Lille. The festival takes place in the exhibition halls of Grand Palais.
Prices
Admission to the festival is ticketed. Online ticketing on the official website and on HelloAsso. Reduced rates for children. Check the website for the exact prices for each edition.
Food and drink
Korean food stalls are available inside the festival, offering traditional dishes and Korean snacks to go.
Practical tips
- Buy your tickets in advance, spaces are limited and the event often sells out.
- Allow time to enjoy all the activities (workshops, shows, exhibitors).
- The festival is suitable for all ages, with specific activities for children.
- Follow the festival's social media for program announcements.
Accessibility
Lille Grand Palais is fully accessible to people with reduced mobility. The exhibition halls are on one level and the restrooms are adapted. An elevator provides access to all levels.
Accommodation
Lille Grand Palais is located very close to the city center. Numerous hotels, youth hostels, and short-term rentals are available in the Lille-Centre and Vieux-Lille districts. Lille Europe station is a 10-minute walk away, making stays from Paris or Brussels by TGV convenient.
With children
The festival is suitable for all ages. Specific workshops are offered for children: simplified calligraphy, trying on miniature hanbok, introduction to Korean martial arts, and traditional games. A rest area is provided for families with young children.
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Where does it take place — 1, 2, 3 Seollal
Lille Grand Palais
1 boulevard des Cités Unies, 59000 Lille