festivals

Gwangju Kimchi Festival (광주김치축제)

111 Naebang-ro, Seo-gu, Gwangju

About

Dive into Korea’s culinary heart at the Gwangju Kimchi Festival. This vibrant celebration is a must-visit for food lovers, offering everything from immersive kimchi workshops to a massive "Thousand People’s Table" sampling diverse dishes. Visitors can explore local kimchi products and witness culinary competitions. If you are a culture enthusiast or simply craving authentic Korean flavors, this festival is perfect for you. While specific dates vary, plan your trip around the festival announcement to fully experience Korea’s signature staple.

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The Gwangju Kimchi Festival is Korea’s representative kimchi festival, offering a variety of kimchi products for purchase and the chance to taste various kimchi dishes. Highlights include the “Thousand People’s Table” featuring diverse kimchi cuisine, a competition to discover kimchi masters, and a kimchi experience school with a range of engaging programs.

Information

Phone

+82-62-613-3955

Website

kimchi.gwangju.go.kr

Hours

10:00-20:00

Closed

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Parking

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Fee