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Millyang Spicy Food Festival. · 2026 · Historical listing

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Information for this edition

Dates
Oct 31, 2026 — Nov 1, 2026
Place
Located along the Millyang River, specifically at 1-1, Sammoon-dong, Millyang-si, Gyeongsangnam-do.
Admission at the time
Free
Published hours at the time
11:00~21:00
Facts last checked
2026-10-28
First preserved here
2026-10-19
Millyang Spicy Food Festival.

Published programme

The Miryang Spicy Food Festival takes place in Miryang, the home of Buldak-bokkeum-myeon, a global symbol of Korean spicy flavor, and Muan Matnahyang peppers. This festival caters to those proud of their spice tolerance, combining K-SPICY FOOD cuisine with a variety of hands-on programs and performances. At the festival, food programs such as Chef’s Table, the Spicy Zone and the Relax Zone offer fresh ways to experience the appeal of Miryang’s spicy flavors. Spicy-themed activities for people of all ages include a Spicy Challenge Pledge, Challenge! Fill the Scoville Scale!, certification by the Miryang Spicy Hunter Association, and Gyoteo Park social media check-ins. The brand experience zone operates as an interactive promotional space with participation by Korean companies and brands representing spicy flavors, including Samyang Ramen. Various events and performances add to the festival’s excitement. As a signature food festival in Miryang where visitors can enjoy Korean spicy flavors in one place, it offers special summer memories with family, friends and loved ones.

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Millyang Spicy Food Festival.

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