Korean Folk Village Ghost Festival: Gwisinsaba Gwisinnori (귀신사바 귀신놀이) Guide

👻 Play with Ghosts, Korean-Style


Cheonyeo gwishin (traditional Korean ghost) roaming at Korean Folk Village during the Ghost Festival (Gwisinsaba Gwisinnori), daytime scene
A performer as a cheonyeo gwishin (처녀귀신) wanders the Folk Village — a signature moment of the fall Ghost Festival where visitors play games and take photos with “ghosts.” ^^

Hello~ I'm Hangeulia ^-^
Every fall, Korean Folk Village (한국민속촌) transforms into a playful yet spooky festival: Gwisinsaba Gwisinnori (귀신사바 귀신놀이). From mid-September to early November, this event is like Korea’s very own Halloween, where you don’t just watch ghosts—you play games with them, take photos, and even become one yourself! Perfect for families, friends, or anyone who loves chills mixed with laughter ^^



💜 Event Overview


  • Season: Mid-September – Early November
    • *2025 example: September 13 - November 2
  • Time: Afternoon until night
  • Location: Folk Village grounds, special ghost zones
  • Included in general admission (some activities are free, others have small extra fees)


💜 Ghost Missions & Games


Each mission gives you a special mark. Collect them all and trade them later for a spooky little prize ^^ Here are some of the highlights:


Silent Bell Challenge (금줄놀이)

Step into the forbidden zone lined with ropes and bells. Make it all the way to the end and discover the hidden spell — but don’t let the bells ring more than three times, or the ghosts will catch you!


Dice of Fate (말놀이)

Choose Up or Down, then spin the roulette to set a target number. Draw three wooden horse pieces and add their numbers. If you chose Up, your total must be higher than the roulette number. If you chose Down, your total must be lower than the roulette number.


Rubbing Stone Puzzle (비석치기)

Bring four marks to qualify. Use paper and pencil to make a stone rubbing of the carved patterns on a stele hidden in the village. It feels half archeology, half ghost quest!



💜 Special Performances & Encounters


Ghost Tag (귀신 술래잡기)

Join live-actor ghosts in a hilarious tag game where you can only move a set number of steps (e.g., if the ghost takes four steps, you can take five). It’s pure audience-participation fun, perfect for kids and adults alike.

💛Tip: wear sneakers, not sandals — you might end up running a little ^^


Haunted Houses

Want hardcore scares? Don’t miss Hyeolan Sigwi (혈안식귀) and Salguiok (살귀옥). These mission-style haunted houses are legendary. 👉 Read my full guide here: Complete Haunted Houses Guide



💜 Hands-On Experiences

*Extra fees apply


  • 💀 Ghost Makeup & Costumes – Transform into a spooky ghost with pro makeup or rent a costume.
  • 🎭 Wooden Doll Craft – Carve and decorate your own talisman doll to take home.
  • 🔮 Safety Bracelet Workshop – Make a traditional bracelet said to ward off evil spirits.



💜 Photo Zones

  • 👀 Eyes on Me (시선집중) – Step into a creepy set where dozens of eyes follow your every move.
  • 📸 With the Ghosts (귀신과 함께) – Take selfies with roaming ghosts—some cute, some scary, all fun ^^



💜 Daytime Fun & Nighttime Chills


Colorful lanterns lighting up Korean Folk Village at night
By 7 PM, lanterns light up and the Folk Village turns magical with a mix of romance and eerie chills ^^

If you’re coming with kids, the daytime is perfect for playing ghost missions and fun games. It’s bright, lively, and full of family-friendly activities.

By 7 PM, the lanterns light up and the Folk Village glows with a mix of romantic beauty and eerie chills. Snack on 회오리감자 (tornado potato) or 소떡소떡 (sausage & rice cakes), chase roaming ghosts, then end your night with the 8 PM Yeonbun (연분) performance. 완전강추 ^^ For more details on the Yeonbun show, check out my full review post here!




💜 Full Schedule at a Glance (2025)

Category Program Time Days Location
Mission
(미션)		 Silent Bell Challenge (금줄놀이) 12:00–18:00 / 12:00–21:00 Mon–Thu / Fri–Sun & Holidays Folk Village No.16
Dice of Fate (말놀이) 12:00–18:00 / 12:00–21:00 Mon–Thu / Fri–Sun & Holidays Pavilion next to Experience Zone
Rubbing Stone Puzzle (비석치기) 12:00–18:00 Daily Folk Village No.15
Complete the Face (눈·코·입) 16:00–21:00 Fri–Sun & Holidays Folk Village No.32
Open the Door (문 열어라) 16:00–21:00 Fri–Sun & Holidays Folk Village No.17
Special
(스페셜)		 Ghost Tag (귀신 술래잡기) 16:30 / 20:40 Fri–Sun & Holidays Vacant lot next to No.37
Strange Forest (이상한 숲) Always Daily Folk Village grounds
A Strange Ghost (이상한 귀신) 12:00–18:00 / 12:00–21:30 Mon–Thu / Fri–Sun & Holidays Throughout Folk Village
Bo-eun Shrine Ritual (보은제단) 12:00–18:00 / 12:00–21:30 Mon–Thu / Fri–Sun & Holidays Front of Experience Zone
Haunted Houses
Hyeolan Sigwi & Salguiok		 13:00–21:00 (break 16:00–17:00) Fri–Sun & Holidays Behind Nae Ja-won
Experience
(체험)		 Ghost Makeup (분장체험) 12:00–17:00 / 12:00–19:30 Mon–Thu / Fri–Sun & Holidays Front of Experience Zone
Costume Rental (의상체험) 12:00–18:00 / 12:00–20:00 Mon–Thu / Fri–Sun & Holidays Experience Zone
Wooden Doll Craft (목인형 만들기) 12:00–18:00 Daily Experience Zone & Pavilion next to No.33
*Pavilion runs Fri–Sun only
Safety Bracelet Workshop (호신팔찌 만들기) 12:00–18:00 Daily Experience Zone
Photo Zone
(포토존)		 With Ghosts (귀신과 함께) Always Daily Next to Experience Zone
Eyes on Me (시선집중) Always Daily In front of Folk Village No.53

Note: All schedules are tentative and may change due to weather or park operations. Please confirm on-site or check the official website for the latest updates ^^



💜 Closing Thoughts


While Salguiok & Hyeolan Sigwi bring hardcore fear, the missions and games of Gwisinsaba Gwisinnori are playful, interactive, and family-friendly. It’s like stepping into a Korean Halloween—part spooky, part festival, and 100% memorable. If you’re in Korea this fall, don’t miss it. Bring friends, bring your camera, and maybe… bring your courage too! 😉


With love,
한글리아 ^^




❤ Official Info

The details in this post were cross-checked against the official 👉 Korean Folk Village website
For the latest updates on schedules, tickets, and seasonal events, please check their site before your visit!






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