Global music · culture · remembrance
An international music and cultural gathering bringing voices from around the world together in Itaewon, Seoul.
India's 2026 pre-selection was conducted through K-CUBE on 30 August 2026. Follow official announcements for the current festival cycle and future participation updates.
Official India representation
Application status
Thank you to everyone who participated in the 2026 ITAEWON World Music Festival India Pre-Selection through K-CUBE. The application period concluded on 30 August 2026. Applicants and shortlisted participants should continue following official K-CUBE announcements for updates regarding the current festival cycle.
Official India representation
Mr. Taewhan Lim has been appointed as the International Director representing India for the ITAEWON World Music Spirit Festival.
The appointment recognizes leadership and commitment to cultural exchange, music, global harmony, and the festival's core values of Tribute, Healing, Unity and Vision.
Mr. Taewhan Lim
International Director
Representing India
ITAEWON World Music Spirit Festival
Appointment date: 01 August 2026
Official appointment · India · 2026
Current festival cycle
India registration is closed, while the current festival cycle continues through official selection and festival updates.
30 AUG 2026
Completed
CURRENT STAGE
In Progress
4–6 OCT 2026
Upcoming
2027
To Be Announced
Next participation cycle
The 2026 India Pre-Selection has concluded. K-CUBE plans to share future India participation opportunities for the next ITAEWON World Music Festival cycle after official confirmation. Eligibility, submission requirements, schedules and participation details will be published through official K-CUBE announcements.
2027
Next participation updates
Stay connected with K-CUBE for the next announcement.
Experience Itaewon
Music, culture, remembrance and international voices came together in Itaewon, Seoul.
2025 Festival Archive. Explore moments from the previous festival to understand the atmosphere and purpose behind ITAEWON World Music Spirit Festival.
Festival archive - Seoul
Take a look back at the 2025 ITAEWON World Music Festival through the supplied archive video. Music, remembrance and international voices come together in one visual record.
About the festival
A cultural meeting point shaped by music, remembrance and international community.
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A festival created with a spirit of remembrance, healing and respect.
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Artists and communities connect through music, performance and cultural exchange.
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People from different countries and backgrounds share one stage and one message.
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A globally recognized cultural district where international communities, music, food and culture meet.
India x K-CUBE
India participation is supported through the appointed International Director representing India. K-CUBE provides the India-side platform for official announcements and participation guidance.
2026 participation journey - archive / for reference
This section reflects the completed 2026 India Pre-Selection journey and is retained for historical reference only. These stages are not an active registration offer.
Create an account and complete registration.
Submit a performance video for review.
Preliminary review and shortlisting stage.
Continue following official K-CUBE participation guidance.
Festival timeline
The current festival journey continues through October; future participation dates will be announced after confirmation.
Music, culture and international voices from Seoul.
View archive videoThe India application period concluded through K-CUBE.
Follow official announcements for current-cycle updates.
The festival is scheduled for Seoul, South Korea.
Future dates and requirements are subject to official confirmation.
Stay connected
The 2026 journey is still underway. Follow official K-CUBE announcements for updates from the current India selection process, the ITAEWON World Music Spirit Festival in Seoul, and future India participation opportunities.
Future India participation dates are subject to official confirmation.