The gods, however, did allow him to return once a year to visit his people and be assured that they are happy. The Festival of Malaysia is celebrated each May to give thanks to the rice gods. Agricultural shows, cultural programs, buffalo races, and traditional games are held. There is fun and feasting throughout the Festival. Chu Suk is a Korean Festival that takes place during the harvest season.
Families travel to their ancestral sites.
Memorial services take place and visits of respect are made to the grave site of ancestors. After the Memorial services, there is a special meal to celebrate and be thankful for each other. The night before Chu Suk is the time for Kang Kang Sue Wol Lae. Sue Wol Lae is a traditional ceremony where women gather in a circle and sing songs. Other activities that take place during Chu Suk are wrestling, archery, singing folk music, and a game called turtle tag.