Korea Festivals

Gwangju ACE Fair

Sep 10 – Sep 13, 2026 · Gwangju & Jeollanam-do

Gwangju ACE Fair
Gwangju ACE Fair. Photo: Korea Tourism Organization

Other festivals in Gwangju & Jeollanam-do

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    Gwangju Seochang Silver Grass Festival

    Oct 15 – Oct 18, 2026

    Gwangju Seochang Silver Grass Festival takes place along the themed walking paths next to Yeongsangang River with a range of walking programs and photo spots.

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    Gwangju Kimchi Festival

    Oct 23 – Oct 25, 2026

    *The information below is based on the 2025 festivals. Details for the 2026 festivals will be updated as they become available.*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.

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    Earthen Vessels: Stories of Our Lives

    Jul 29 – Oct 25, 2026

    Earthen Vessels: Stories of Our Lives is a special exhibition held at the National Gwangju Museum. By looking back at earthenware, a type of pottery which has been at the core of our daily lives for a long time, we can encounter the practicality, aesthetic sense, and the stories contained in the earthenware that has been passed down through tradition. This exhibition showcases over 300 artifacts, including a ribbed bottle and large jars excavated from the Cheonghaejin site in Wando.

Festivals: Gwangju & Jeollanam-do

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