Regina Kim

Lincoln Center’s second annual Summer for the City is currently in full swing, and this Wednesday the blockbuster arts and culture festival is kicking off its first-ever Korean Arts Week. For four straight days New Yorkers will have the chance to experience Korean culture first-hand without hopping on a pricey 16-hour flight. With a diverse lineup featuring K-rock concerts, K-pop silent discos, traditional and contemporary dance performances and more, Korean Arts Week promises something fun for every K-culture fan (and for anyone who’s simply K-curious). Most of the events are FREE, so grab your friends and get a taste of what Korea has to offer beyond BTS, Squid Game and the other usual suspects! What is Korean Arts Week? Part of Lincoln Center’s Summer for the City series, Korean Arts Week showcases the breadth and beauty of Korean culture through music, dance, visual art and more.  It’s the first time that Summer for the City is highlighting various aspects of a country’s culture over multiple days.  When is it? Korean Arts Week will take place from July 19–22. To view the full schedule of events, visit the Lincoln Center’s Korean Arts Week website.  Where will the events be held? All of the event venues are located on the Lincoln Center campus.  The Korean Arts Week website lists venue info for each event and also includes a detailed campus map.    How can I attend? All but one of the events are FREE, so you just have to show up.  For most events, attendees will be admitt