K-Playground in Tampere, 7-9 Aug 2026
K-Playground is an interactive three-day cultural festival organized by visiting Korean university students, inviting the local community to play, and experience Korean culture. You will experience a trendy, youthful slice of both modern and traditional Korea.
Meet Korean university students, make new friends, and experience Korean culture together through games, food, dance, and crafts
Register to play!Squid Game Challenges 07.08.2026 (Fri) 13:30-15:30
• 13:30-15:30 Play the traditional Korean games featured in Squid Game. These games have been enjoyed across generations and are often what brings families closer together during the holidays.
Free entry • Registration needed • All ages welcome
K-Food & K-Desserts 08.08.2026 (Sat) 13:30-15:30
• 13:30-15:30 Learn to make beloved Korean comfort foods that turn everyday ingredients into dishes shared at home and on the street. They range from kimbap (a go-to picnic food for Koreans) to hotteok (griddle-fried pancakes oozing with melted brown sugar, cinnamon, and nuts), and janchi-guksu, warm wheat noodles in a savory anchovy broth traditionally served at weddings, where their long strands symbolize wishes for a long life. Round out the session with a tasting of traditional Korean teas. Gluten-free and vegan options are not available this time.
25 € • Registration needed • All ages welcome
K-Pop Dance & K-Crafts 09.08.2026 (Sun) 10:00-12:00
Option 1: K-Pop Dance — BIGBANG's "Bang Bang Bang" and aespa's "Next Level"
25 € • Registration needed • Beginners welcome
Option 2: Korean Traditional Crafts — Norigae, Bokjumeoni (lucky pouch) lantern, mother-of-pearl (jagae) keyring
25 € • Registration needed • All ages welcome
Tampere KSI is located in the historic Klingendahl cultural district in central Tampere. Address: Pyhäjärvenkatu 5 B 69, Tampere, Finland 33200
Register to play!
