Global music · culture · remembrance
An international music and cultural gathering bringing voices from around the world together in Itaewon, Seoul.
The festival took place on 4–6 October 2026 in Itaewon, Seoul and has now concluded. Thank you to everyone who was part of the 2026 journey.
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. The festival concluded on 6 October 2026. Dates, submissions and notices on this page are historical records.
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
2026 festival archive
The festival took place on 4-6 October 2026 in Itaewon, Seoul. The 2026 cycle has ended; this page preserves its history.
30 AUG 2026
Completed
30 SEP 2026
Completed
4–6 OCT 2026
Completed
TBA
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.
TBA
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.
Participants registered during the 2026 application window.
Performance videos were submitted during the 2026 application window.
Preliminary review and shortlisting stage.
Historical participation and evaluation stage of the 2026 cycle.
Festival timeline
The 2026 festival concluded on October 6. This timeline is archived; future dates will be announced only after official confirmation.
Music, culture and international voices from Seoul.
View archive videoThe India application period concluded through K-CUBE.
Archived stage of the 2026 festival journey.
The festival took place in Itaewon, Seoul and has concluded.
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.
