Disability Culture and Arts Festival at Magok Square Oct. 16-18... Tei, Jung-in, and Kassy to Perform at Closing Show

The 2026 A+ Festival, a celebration where people with and without disabilities come together through art, will be held at Magok Square in Gangseo-gu, Seoul, from October 16 to 18.

Provided by Gangseo-gu.

Gangseo-gu District Office said on October 15 that the festival, now in its 18th year, was established to develop the creative abilities of artists with disabilities and discover outstanding works. The event will offer people with and without disabilities the opportunity to enjoy performances and exhibitions together.

This year's theme is "Brilliant." It expresses the idea that each person's unique light comes together to create an even greater brilliance. Performances and artworks selected through an open call will be on view throughout the festival. The event's name comes from the words Ability, Accessibility, and Activity.

On opening day, October 16, the Hanbit Brass Ensemble, a visually impaired musicians' group, will kick off the performances at 6 p.m. on the outdoor stage. After the opening ceremony at 7 p.m., the program will continue with dance and choral performances by artists with and without disabilities, "Breakers," a show combining b-boying and circus acts, and a celebratory performance by singer Haena.

On October 17, samulnori, choral performances, and musical theater will take the stage. Singers Greg and Shin Hyun-hee will give a celebratory performance at 8:30 p.m. On October 18 at 8:30 p.m., Tei, Jung-in, Kassy, and Ken (VIXX) will perform at the closing show, "Sing to You."

From 1 p.m. to 9 p.m. throughout the festival, visitors can also enjoy an exhibition of works by artists with disabilities, hands-on programs, and audience events. The festival is hosted by the Korea Federation of Organizations for the Disabled's Culture and Arts and organized by the Organizing Committee for the Festival of Culture and Arts for the Disabled. Gangseo-gu District Office, the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism, and others are supporting the event.

District Mayor Jin Kyo-hoon said, "I am delighted that Gangseo is hosting a festival where everyone can communicate through the shared language of art, transcending the barriers between people with and without disabilities." He added, "I hope citizens will experience the passion of artists with disabilities firsthand and show them their support."

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