A K-pop dance team participates in the K-pop Dance & Singing Contest hosted by the Korean Cultural Center Washington, D.C.

The Korean Cultural Center Washington, D.C. showcased a day full of Korean cultural events on May 6th from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. as part of the annual city-wide Around the World Embassy Tour event organized by Passport DC.

The center welcomed a total of 7,900 visitors who enjoyed a range of activities, including traditional Korean music performances, K-pop dance workshops, arts and crafts, and a K-pop singing and dance competition.

Passport DC is a month-long celebration that highlights the diplomatic community and international culture in Washington, D.C. 

Traditional Korean drum team 'Di Dim Sae' performs a mega drum performance.

The day kicked off with traditional Korean performances featuring a 25-string Gayageum (traditional Korean plucked zither), Jindo Drums and a Giwonmu (traditional Korean ritual for rain dance). Later, Amy Kwon led a K-pop dance workshop followed by a K-pop random dance play. 

The day culminated in the K-pop dance and singing contest, where 22 soloists and dance teams competed with Korean music covers. Teresa Harris won the vocal category, and Howard University's K-pop dance team 1OAK (One of a Kind) won the performance category. Additionally, visitors were treated to arts and crafts booths, food-tasting booths, and the KCCDC's ongoing exhibitions were especially open on this day for weekend viewing. 

Children make Korean arts and crafts at the Korean Cultural Center Washington, D.C.

Participants pose for a commemorative photo after the competition.