The National Museum of Australia is currently buzzing with the energy of the Hallyu! The Korean Wave exhibition. For families in Canberra this January, there is one specific activity that creative teens will not want to miss. It is called Knot Your Lucky Charm, and it is the perfect way to spend a summer morning.
This hands-on workshop introduces participants to maedeup, which is the traditional Korean art of decorative knotting. During the session, visitors get to fashion their very own norigae. This is a traditional lucky charm accessory that has been worn in Korea for centuries. However, this workshop has a very modern twist. The designs are actually inspired by the knots worn by the characters in the Netflix hit, K-Pop Demon Hunters.
It is a fantastic opportunity for older children and teens to express their personalities. They can choose their own colors and styles to create a charm that is uniquely theirs. Because the activity is held in the Tim and Gina Fairfax Discovery Centre, the environment is bright, welcoming, and full of inspiration.
The workshop is specifically designed for ages 12 to 17 years. It runs on the 21st and 22nd of January 2026, from 10 am to 12 pm. Tickets are $20 for teens, and accompanying adults can join in for free!
Since the Hallyu! exhibition is also showing, you can make a full day of it by exploring the glittering K-pop costumes and interactive dance challenges afterward.
Be sure to book your spot early. These creative sessions are a popular highlight of the Canberra school holidays!