Goseong Myeongtae Festival
Oct 2 – Oct 5, 2026 · Gangwon
The 2026 edition ran Oct 2 – Oct 5, 2026. 2027 dates have not been announced yet; this page is updated automatically when the organizer publishes them. Check the official site for the latest.
Other festivals in Gangwon
Gangwon
Yangyang Pine Mushroom & Salmon Festival
Oct 16 – Oct 18, 2026
The Yangyang Pine Mushroom & Salmon Festival is a representative autumn festival where visitors can experience both the mysteries of ecology and the joys of gourmet cuisine amidst the pristine nature of Yangyang, where mountains, the sea, and Namdaecheon Stream harmonize. The festival allows visitors to experience nature in a friendly and fun way through a variety of unique activities. Representative programs include the "Pine Mushroom Treasure Hunt," where participants search for pine mushrooms directly in the forest, and "Salmon Bare-Handed Catching," where participants snatch powerful salmon from Namdaecheon Stream with just their bare hands, offering visitors a thrilling experience. A wealth of participatory events and local content are also provided.
Gangwon
Hwacheon Sancheoneo Ice Festival
Jan 9 – Jan 31, 2027
*The information below is based on the 2026 festivals. Details for the 2027 festivals will be updated as they become available.*Held in Hwacheon, Gangwon-do, the Hwacheon Sancheoneo Ice Festival is a one-of-a-kind winter event that was named one of CNN's “Seven Wonders of Winter” in 2011. The festival takes place every January, when the famously pristine waters of Hwacheoncheon Stream freeze solid. Visitors can catch sancheoneo, mountain trout often called the "Queen of the Valley", through ice fishing or even with their bare hands. The freshly caught fish can be enjoyed immediately as raw slices or grilled on the spot. Beyond fishing, the festival features a wide range of winter attractions, including ice sledding, snow sledding, and bobsledding, drawing more than one million visitors each year.
Gangwon
K-Drone Festival
Oct 19 – Oct 23, 2026
In connection with the 2026 Gangneung ITS World Congress, this event introduces government policies and major support programs for developing core drone technologies and fostering the drone industry, and promotes the achievements and future vision of the drone industry to the public through exhibitions.
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Dates and programs can change. Check the official site before you go.