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CCFS 2026
Official poster for CUBA CULTURE FESTIVAL in SEOUL 2026

The 1st

CUBA CULTURE FESTIVAL in SEOUL 2026

Orquesta Faílde와 서울 남산타워

The roots of salsa and mambo, the heart of Cuban music

SON CUBANO, first performance in Korea

The fire of Cuba's foremost band, live in Seoul.

Book the main performances21–23 Oct · Seoul Chamber HallBook the after-party24–25 Oct · TURN Gangnam · BONITA Hongdae

Two countries, connected through music

The Cuba Culture Festival introduces Cuban arts and culture to Korea and works toward a lasting cultural exchange between the two countries.

Since Korea and Cuba established diplomatic relations in February 2024, cultural exchange has steadily widened. CCFS 2026 brings Cuban traditional music to a Seoul stage for the first time under this partnership.

The festival is not intended as a one-off concert. It is the starting point for an exchange we hope to continue each year.

SON CUBANO

An Orquesta Faílde project team

Carrying the danzón tradition onto today's stage

Danzón is Cuba’s national music, born in 19th-century Matanzas through Miguel Faílde. Orquesta Faílde was founded in 2012 to carry that legacy forward, building performances that meet contemporary audiences while remaining rooted in tradition.

Leader and founderEthiel Faílde

Ensemble6 members

Selected history

2020
《Faílde con Tumbao》 nominated for Best Traditional Tropical Album at the Latin Grammy Awards
2016
Debut album 《Llegó La Faílde》, awarded at Cubadisco
2012
Founded

Schedule & booking

Main performances

  1. 0121 Oct (Wed)AMUSS Seoul Chamber Hall, Seoul Arts & Culture Education Center Seocho19:30 – 21:00All standing · KRW 30,000Book
  2. 0222 Oct (Thu)AMUSS Seoul Chamber Hall, Seoul Arts & Culture Education Center Seocho19:30 – 21:00All standing · KRW 30,000Book
  3. 0323 Oct (Fri)AMUSS Seoul Chamber Hall, Seoul Arts & Culture Education Center Seocho19:30 – 21:00All standing · KRW 30,000Book

200 places per performance, first come first served.

After-party

Ages 19 and over only. ID is checked at the door.

Sat + Sun package

KRW 30,000

Entry to both TURN Gangnam on 24 Oct and BONITA Hongdae on 25 Oct

First 50 people only; may sell out early.

Book the package
  1. 0424 Oct (Sat)TURN Gangnam22:30 – 23:30Advance KRW 25,000 · On the door KRW 35,000Book
  2. 0525 Oct (Sun)BONITA Hongdae20:00 – 21:00Time changedAdvance KRW 25,000 · On the door KRW 35,000Book

Tickets on the door are only available if places remain.

Cancellations and refunds

※ Limited quantity.

You can cancel directly from the booking confirmation you received when booking.

Venues

Seoul Chamber Hall

21 (Wed) · 22 (Thu) · 23 (Fri) Oct, 19:30

Official name
AMUSS Seoul Chamber Hall, Seoul Arts & Culture Education Center Seocho
서울문화예술교육센터 서초 서울체임버홀 (5층)
Address
5F, 6 Sinbanpo-ro 19-gil, Seocho-gu, Seoul
서울특별시 서초구 신반포로19길 6, 5층
Search
On Naver Map or Kakao Map “서울문화예술교육센터 서초”
Subway

Line 9 Sinbanpo Stn. Exit 2 — 3 min walk

Lines 3·7·9 Express Bus Terminal Stn. Exit 8-1 — 9 min walk

Bus
Show bus routes

Sinbanpo Stn. · Sehwa Girls' Middle and High School

  • Trunk148, 345, 360, 361, 406, 452, 540, 640, 643
  • Branch0411, 3420, 4212, 4318, 6411, 8541, 8641
  • Wide-area9408, 9500, 9501, 9802
  • Airport6020

Gyeongnam Sangga · Banpo 2-dong Community Centre

  • Community서초10, 서초14
Naver Map

TURN Gangnam

24 (Sat) Oct, 22:30

Official name
TURN Gangnam
턴 강남
Address
B1, 17-5 Yeoksam-ro 3-gil, Gangnam-gu, Seoul
서울특별시 강남구 역삼로3길 17-5 삼영빌딩 지하 1층
Search
On Naver Map or Kakao Map “턴 강남”
Subway

Line 2 · Sinbundang Line Gangnam Stn. Exit 4 — 3 min walk

(Exit 5 is a similar distance)

Naver Map

Club Bonita

25 (Sun) Oct, 20:00

Official name
Club Bonita
홍대보니따 (Club Bonita)
Address
B101, 191 Donggyo-ro, Mapo-gu, Seoul
서울특별시 마포구 동교로 191 디비엠빌딩 지하 1층 B101호
Search
On Naver Map or Kakao Map “홍대보니따”
Subway

Line 2 · Gyeongui-Jungang Line · AREX Hongik Univ. Stn. Exit 1 or 2 — 2 min walk

Naver Map

Visiting

Main performances

21 – 23 Oct · Seoul Chamber Hall

  • Standing room only; there are no assigned seats.
  • Ticket collection 18:30 / doors 19:00
  • Performance times are subject to change; any changes will be announced separately.

After-party

24 – 25 Oct · TURN Gangnam · BONITA Hongdae

  • Ages 19 and over only. ID required at the door; international guests should bring a passport.
  • Opening times and entry rules follow each venue’s own policy.
  • Tickets on the door are only available if places remain.

Parking

  • Parking at the venue is very limited, so we recommend using public transport.
  • No parking support is provided.
  • Parking availability is not guaranteed, and the organisers accept no responsibility for any issues arising from parking.

Photography

  • You may take photographs and video. Please avoid using a flash so that other guests are not disturbed, and follow the directions of staff at the venue.
  • The event is recorded in photographs and video, and attendees may appear in the recordings. The recordings may be used for event documentation, outcome reporting, and in promotional materials of the presenting and organising bodies and their partners for three years from the date of recording.
  • If you do not wish to be individually identifiable in the recordings, you may make a request at the information desk on site.

FAQ

Booking

How much is a ticket for the main performances?

All standing · KRW 30,000. There are 200 places per performance, first come first served.

Where do I book?

Booking is handled on Naver Booking. Use a booking button in the Schedule & booking section of this page and you will be taken to the Naver Booking page.

How many tickets can I book at once?

Up to 10 people per booking.

Can I attend on more than one day?

Yes. Please book each performance you would like to attend separately. If you plan to come to the after-party on both nights, book the Saturday + Sunday package.

Can I cancel or get a refund?

Up to 7 days before the performance you receive a full refund; after that no refund is given. If the performance is cancelled by the organisers, you receive a full refund.

Attending

Is seating assigned?

No. The venue is standing room only, with no assigned seats. See the Visiting section for details.

What time does the performance start?

Performances run from 19:30 to 21:00. Ticket collection is at 18:30 and doors open at 19:00. See the Visiting section for details.

What do I need to bring?

Tickets are handed out at the venue desk from 18:30 on the day of the performance. We check your booking confirmation and the name on the booking, then give you your ticket. Doors open at 19:00.

Is there an age restriction?

The main performances are open to those aged 8 and above; guests under 19 must be accompanied by an adult. The after-party is not open to minors, and ID is checked at the door.

Can international visitors book?

Yes. Please bring your passport or another form of photo ID to the venue.

Is there parking?

Parking at the venue is very limited, so we recommend using public transport. See the Visiting section for details.

Can I take photos or videos?

Photography and filming are permitted; please refrain from using flash. See the Visiting section for details.

Will the event be photographed?

The event will be photographed and filmed. Footage may be used for records, reporting and promotion by the organisers for 3 years. Consent is obtained at registration. You may opt out at the information desk on the day.

After-party

When and where is the after-party?

At TURN Gangnam on 24 October from 22:30 to 23:30, and at BONITA Hongdae on 25 October from 20:00 to 21:00.

How much are after-party tickets?

The Saturday + Sunday package is KRW 30,000 and covers entry to both TURN Gangnam on 24 October and BONITA Hongdae on 25 October; it is limited to the first 50 people and may sell out early. A single-day ticket covers one of the two dates and costs KRW 25,000 in advance or KRW 35,000 on the door.

Can I buy a ticket on the door?

Tickets on the door are only available if places remain, and cost KRW 35,000 — KRW 10,000 more than booking in advance. Booking is handled on Naver Booking, reached from the booking buttons in the Schedule & booking section. For the refund policy, please see the Schedule & booking section.

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