Forest Staycation at Sunset: Gwacheon National Science Museum Offers Experiences and Relaxation in Nature

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What is the ecological park night event, 'Forest Staycation'?

Gwacheon National Science Museum said it will host a night event called 'Forest Staycation' at its ecological park in Gwacheon, Gyeonggi Province, from July 25 to August 7, 2026, for families visiting during the summer vacation. The event will run for 10 days, excluding Mondays and Tuesdays, from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. It was designed to offer hands-on experiences and relaxation in an urban natural setting. This is the first time the museum has held a night event at the ecological park.

▶ Key point: 'Forest Staycation' is the first night event hosted by Gwacheon National Science Museum at the ecological park from July 25 to August 7, 2026.

Why is it being held in the ecological park on summer evenings?

The museum organized the event so visitors can escape the summer heat, enjoy the evening sunset, and experience science museum content centered on insects and plants. Families can take part in forest interpretation, craft activities, mobile quiz missions, and a sunset-viewing program at the ecological park. After 7:40 p.m., when the program ends, visitors will be offered a healing time to watch the sunset accompanied by soft music.

▶ Key point: 'Forest Staycation' is a family experience event that combines ecological observation and relaxation in the summer evening.

Event space and program lineup

The ecological park will be divided into a picnic zone, a photo zone, and an activity zone. The main areas are as follows.

In the activity zone, 'Stories Told by the Forest' will take visitors on a walk through the ecological park with a forest interpreter while sharing stories about nature, including pollinating insects, insect survival strategies, and insect sounds. Craft booths themed around insects and plants will also operate throughout the event.

▶ Key point: The 'Forest Staycation' venue consists of three areas: a picnic zone, a photo zone, and an activity zone.

How can visitors join 'Summer Forest Detective Headquarters'?

'Summer Forest Detective Headquarters' is a self-guided quiz mission that uses mobile devices to solve six hidden cases inside the ecological park. Visitors take part by moving through the park, checking clues, and completing missions related to insects and plants. The program was designed as an adventure-style activity that families can enjoy together, alongside forest interpretation and craft experiences.

▶ Key point: 'Summer Forest Detective Headquarters' is a self-guided quiz mission that uses mobile devices to solve six cases in the ecological park.

How do reservations work?

'Forest Staycation' will be operated as a paid event with advance reservations. Registration will open online at 10 a.m. on July 18, 2026, through a separate reservation link posted on the museum's website.

The reservation process will proceed in two steps.

1. Check the notice: From 10 a.m. on July 18, 2026, check the separate reservation link posted on the Gwacheon National Science Museum website.

2. Online reservation: Make an advance reservation through the link.

Lee Chung-won, director of Gwacheon National Science Museum, said, "I hope this 'Forest Staycation' will give people a chance to step away from their busy daily lives, enjoy the fresh forest of a summer evening, and create precious memories with their families." The event is an example of how the museum's outdoor ecological park can be used as a summer vacation night-time experience space.

Q1. When will Gwacheon National Science Museum's 'Forest Staycation' run?

Gwacheon National Science Museum's 'Forest Staycation' will run from July 25 to August 7, 2026. It will not operate on Mondays and Tuesdays, and the hours are from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m.

Q2. What activities are available at 'Forest Staycation'?

Visitors can take part in 'Stories Told by the Forest' with a forest interpreter, insect and plant craft activities, the mobile self-guided quiz mission 'Summer Forest Detective Headquarters,' and a sunset-viewing program.

Q3. Where can visitors make reservations for 'Forest Staycation'?

Reservations will be made online through a separate reservation link posted on the Gwacheon National Science Museum website starting at 10 a.m. on July 18, 2026. The event is a paid program that requires advance booking.

This content was prepared by MaeKyung Biz Content Planning Team based on official announcements and press releases.