Social Programme

The social programme comprises events that showcase the sights, sounds and flavours of Korea. As well as the traditional welcome reception and gala dinner, there are opportunities to get immersed in Korean culture and history.

Find out more about all the social events by going to the sign-up section.

Welcome Reception: 7-9pm, Sunday 23rd

The Welcome Reception is being held in the Grand Ballroom of the Grand Hilton. Drinks and a buffet dinner will be provided. The reception will feature traditional musical performances of the gayageum (stringed instrument) and daegeum (flute).

Dress: smart casual

Gala Dinner: from 7.15pm, Thursday 27th

The Gala Dinner is being held in the Convention Hall (4F) of the Grand Hilton Convention Centre. Welcome drinks will be followed by a sit-down dinner featuring traditional Korean cuisine. Entertainment will comprise a traditional Korean fan dance plus performances of the K-Pop and fan dance routines practised by Colloquium participants during the free afternoon classes. The evening will finish with a traditional Cochrane disco and dance.

Dress: Elegant

Traditional Korean BBQ: 6.20pm, Monday 24th

Korean BBQ

Experience authentic Korean BBQ dishes, such as galbi and bulgogi. Round trip transportation from the Grand Hilton to the restaurant will be provided.

Meeting place: Grand Hilton hotel lobby at 6.20pm
Address: HAN YOOK GAM (한육감), 5F D-Tower, 17 Jong-ro 3-gil, Jongno-gu

K-Pop dance lesson: 2pm, Wednesday 26th (FULLY BOOKED)

K-pop dancers

If K-Pop is your thing, here’s a unique opportunity to learn some new moves and impress your colleagues.

Date: Wednesday 26th, 14:00-16:00
Location: Convention Hall B and C
Dress: Comfortable clothing. For those of you dancing in the Gala Dinner, please bring jeans and a white t-shirt to wear.

Fan dance lesson: 2pm, Wednesday 26th (FULLY BOOKED)

Fan dancing

Originating from shamanic ritual, this splendid dance illustrates the harmony of group movement.

Date: Wednesday 26th, 14:00-16:00
Location: Convention Hall D and E
Dress: Comfortable clothing. For those of you dancing in the Gala Dinner, traditional Hanbok will be rented for you to wear

Half-day city tour 1: 1.20pm, Wednesday 26th

N Seoul Tower

Itinerary: Meet at the Grand Hilton hotel lobby | N Seoul Tower | Kimchi experience | HongDae Street | Soora for dinner (cost of dinner is included in the price)
Date: Wednesday 26th, 13:20-18:00
Price: US$80

Book at the Fantastic Tour stand.

Half-day city tour 2: 1.20pm, Wednesday 26th

Blue House

Itinerary: Meet at the Grand Hilton hotel lobby | Gyeongbokgung Palace | Insadong traditional shops | Presidential Blue House | Soora for dinner (cost of dinner is included in the price)
Date: Wednesday 26th, 13:20-18:00
Price: US$80

Book at the Fantastic Tour stand.

Anne Anderson Walk: 2.20pm, Wednesday 26th

Anne Anderson walk

More information about the walk is available here.

Full-day Korean Demilitarized Zone (DMZ) tour: 8.50am, Friday 28th

DMZ

Itinerary: Meet at the Grand Hilton hotel lobby | Imjingak Peace Park | Freedom Bridge | Last Iron Train | Take shuttle for DMZ Tour |Tour of Dora Observatory | Dorasan Station | The 3rd infiltration Tunnel | Film about Korea War and DMZ | Lunch | Seoul N Tower | Back to Grand Hilton
Date: Friday 28th, 08:50-18:00
Price: US$100

Book at the Fantastic Tour stand.