Experience Culture and Language in KCC Philippines “Hangeul Week 2026”
Get ready for a week-long celebration of Korean culture!
The Korean Cultural Center of the Philippines brings Hangeul Week 2026, an event filled with an introduction to hangeul, also known as the Korean alphabet, through exhibitions, installations, and hands-on activities!
Short History of the Hangeul Writing System
Before it was declared as Korea’s official writing system, it was first created by King Sejeong the Great and his scholars in 1443. It was first called as Hunminjeongeum; then it was officially declared the writing system of Korea in 1446. In 1997, the Hunminjeongeum Manuscript was inscribed on UNESCO’s Memory of the World Register.
Engage in traditional music in Hangeul Week 2026
With a fusion of cultural activities and programs, Hangeul Week 2026 is also set to feature a concert titled Imagination on Resonance, which was held last October 2, 2026. The concert showcased a traditional Korean performance by Groove &.
Groove & members Sang-kyung Lee, Min-ju Sohn, and Ha-gyeon Kim delivered a refreshing sound to the Filipino audience with traditional percussion instruments, offering a glimpse into another facet of Korea’s rich cultural heritage.
What to expect at Hangeul Week 2026
Expect zones where you can write names in calligraphy, make your own mood lamp inspired by Hangeul letters, and enjoy some traditional Korean games! Just visit the multipurpose hall of the KCC Philippines office on the 5th floor to experience these fun and interactive zones.
Plus, visitors can also explore the Hangeul Tree, an interactive installation inspired by hangeul. Leave bookmarks as the leaves and add your own personal touch to the growing tree!
KCC Philippines Director Kim Myeongjin highlighted this event as another opportunity to introduce Filipinos to Korea’s rich cultural heritage and history, while strengthening the cultural connection between Korea and the Philippines.
“Through this week-long celebration, KCC proudly shares a piece of Korean culture with the Filipinos as we continue our commitment to connecting two nations.”
Director Kim Myeongjin, KCC Philippines Director
Details of Hangeul Week 2026
Learn more about Hangeul by visiting the 5th floor of KCC Philippines’ multipurpose hall from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM, October 1 to 8, 2026!
See you there, mga bes!
Press release from KCC Philippines
