Gwangju Kimchi Festival. · 2026 · Historical listing

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Information for this edition

Dates

Oct 23, 2026 — Oct 25, 2026

Place

Jeollanam-do and Gwangju Metropolitan Area, Gwangju City Hall Plaza area. Jeollanam-do and Gwangju Metropolitan Area, Seogu District, 111 Naebang-ro, Chipyeong-dong.

Admission at the time

Free (Kimchi Experience School - paid program)

Published hours at the time

10:00~20:00

Facts last checked

2026-10-19

First preserved here

2026-10-12

Published programme

*Please note that the information regarding the food offerings for the festival is based on the previous year's (2025) event, and the food offerings for the 2026 festival are currently being updated.*\n\nThe Gwangju Kimchi Festival, a representative event showcasing Korean kimchi culture, will continue its 33-year tradition and will be held for three days, from October 23rd to October 25th, at the Gwangju Metropolitan City Hall. Held in Gwangju, a city that has preserved the traditions and values of kimchi, the Gwangju Kimchi Festival is a celebration where you can experience the past, present, and future of kimchi, from traditional kimchi-making to new kimchi-related content.\n\nThe festival offers a variety of programs, including the National Kimchi Competition, kimchi-making experience, a kimchi market, and \"Cheon-in's Table\" (a dining space where you can enjoy food and cultural performances). Through these programs, you can experience Korea's unique food culture and stories. In particular, the festival aims to connect local food culture, art, and tourism resources with kimchi, creating a food culture festival that reflects the unique character of Gwangju and encourages citizen participation.

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