Jeonju International Picture Book Fair · 2026 · Historical listing

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Information for this edition

Dates

Oct 2, 2026 — Oct 25, 2026

Place

Sori Arts Center of Jeollabuk-do Exhibition Hall · 31 Sori-ro, Deokjin-gu, Jeonju-si, Jeonbuk Special Self-Governing Province (Deokjin-dong 1-ga)

Admission at the time

Free

Published hours at the time

10:00~18:00

Facts last checked

2026-10-22

First preserved here

2026-10-19

Published programme

The Jeonju International Picture Book Fair (JIPF) is a leading Korean picture-book cultural festival that connects with the world through picture books, an emerging form of global content. Each year, visitors can view original artwork by renowned Korean and international artists up close. Alongside Korean picture-book artists, a guest of honour is invited annually to introduce the work of a world-leading artist representing that country. The 5th fair features Taiwan's Jimmy Liao and Korea's Kim Dong-sung, running from Friday, October 2, to Sunday, October 4, 2026, at the Sori Arts Center of Jeollabuk-do Exhibition Hall under the theme 'Picturing the Memories'. Starting with the opening ceremony, the festival presents book exhibitions and talks by Korean and international artists, a book market featuring publishers, and an emerging-artists exhibition supporting new local talent. Performances and activities using books, conferences and other programmes add to the event. The picture-book original-art exhibition continues until Sunday, October 25, 2026, extending the festival atmosphere.

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