Looking for a family day out in Daegu? The Dalseong Family Culture Festival YES! Kids Zone turns the grounds of Daegu National Science Museum into a giant playground. As of the 2026 edition it ran September 5–6, 12:30–4:30 p.m., with free entry (some programs paid). Beyond the shows, there are bounce houses, activity booths and an outdoor library, so it suits half a day with elementary-age kids.
YES! Kids Zone Basics
- Venue: Daegu National Science Museum, 20 Technodae-ro 6-gil, Yuga-eup, Dalseong-gun, Daegu
- Hours: 12:30–4:30 p.m. (about four hours)
- Entry: free; some programs paid
With only four hours, arrive around noon so you can choose between activities, bounce houses or grabbing a good spot for shows.
A Strong Show Lineup
The Sunday program in 2026 opened with local performers, then a bubble show, a big-balloon show, a science magic show by magician Moon Si-ho, a comedy circus by Team Funniest and a special stage by kid creators “Inssa Family.” The flow is ideal for kids: watch giant bubbles up close, see magic, run around, then catch another show.
Bubble and Big-Balloon Shows
Bubble and balloon performances work for toddlers and grade-schoolers alike and are far more fun in person. Kids remember what they did more than where they went: “we saw a giant balloon and magic and jumped in a bounce house” beats “we went to a science museum.”
Science Magic Fits the Venue
A science magic show suits a festival held at a science museum. A great plan is to tour the museum in the morning and move to YES! Kids Zone in the afternoon, so hands-on science flows naturally into magic and shows.
More Than Shows
The program included activity booths, bounce houses and a Kyobo Book outdoor library, plus a flea market, social enterprise booths, Hyeonpung Dokkaebi Market stalls and food trucks. Mix it up: one show → bounce house → one activity → rest at the library → another show. Aim for three or four things done well rather than everything.
Weather Prep
Early September in Daegu can bring showers and highs near 30°C. Pack a small umbrella or light raincoat, a hat, water and a spare shirt; outdoor items like bounce houses may change in bad weather, so check on-site notices.
Rest at the Outdoor Library
Kids often go from fine to “I’m tired” in a moment. Build in 20–30 minutes at the outdoor library between shows and bounce houses to reset.
Start at Daegu National Science Museum
Since the festival is held at the museum, you don’t need to move anywhere. See the museum in the morning, eat lunch, then join the festival around noon, but don’t wear the kids out before the main event.
Dinosaur Fans: Dalseong Fossil Museum
Dalseong Fossil Museum is close by in Yuga-eup. Pick either the science museum or the fossil museum in the morning, not both, then lunch and YES! Kids Zone.
Wrap Up Gently
After 4:30 p.m., have dinner nearby or take a short walk. Ending on “that was fun” beats squeezing in one more stop.
Our Recommended Route
- 9:30 a.m. Daegu National Science Museum or Dalseong Fossil Museum
- 11:30 a.m. early lunch
- 12:00 head to YES! Kids Zone
- 12:30–4:30 p.m. booths → bounce houses → bubble and balloon shows → science magic → comedy circus → special stage, as energy allows
Let your child pick the two or three shows they most want to see.
FAQ
- When? Early September over a weekend (September 5–6 in 2026), 12:30–4:30 p.m.
- Entry fee? Free; some programs paid.
- Places to run around? Bounce houses and activity booths, plus an outdoor library.
- Rain? Outdoor programs may change, so check on-site notices.
- Nearby? Daegu National Science Museum on site, or Dalseong Fossil Museum.
YES! Kids Zone puts children at the center, and with free entry and a science museum on site, it makes an easy Daegu family day.
Dates, programs and prices in this guide are as of the 2026 edition. Check the official website for next year’s schedule before you go.
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Schedules and prices can change, so check the VISITKOREA official tourism site before you go.