Join us this summer for a one-of-a-kind K-pop culture experience!
Ride the Korean wave as we explore the meteoric rise of South Korean pop culture sweeping the globe.
Hallyu! The Korean Wave arrives at the National Museum of Australia in Canberra this December, a first for Australia and the Southern Hemisphere.
See costumes and studio props from K-pop megastars aespa and Gangnam Style’s PSY, the Oscar-winning film Parasite and the hit streaming show Squid Game.
Take the K-pop dance challenge and track the evolution of this amazing, fast-growing contemporary cultural wave from Asia.
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K-pop, K-drama and K-fashion in Canberra
South Korean history and pop culture
Hallyu! takes visitors on a dazzling journey through movies, music, design, drama, fashion, fandom and beauty.
Hallyu! was developed by the renowned Victoria and Albert (V&A) Museum in London. The exhibition features 250 objects showcasing tradition, technology and trends.
Visitors can explore the powerhouse behind Korea’s dramatic cultural transformation and the vibrant world of K-culture as it continues to sweep across genres and generations of fans.
Stay tuned for our K-Museum takeover in Canberra this summer, with a season of ‘Korean-cool’ music, dance, food, film – and more!
Hallyu! The Korean Wave is at the National Museum of Australia in Canberra from 12 December 2025 to 10 May 2026.
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