Southernmost Amberjack Festival
Nov 19 – Nov 22, 2026 · Jeju
Overview
This festival connects 'Jeju's sea, land, and people' as one, linking the winter flavor produced by Jeju's pristine seas—amberjack—with the excellence of local specialties such as garlic and potatoes into a single festival, raising brand value and revitalizing the local economy through increased tourist inflow and expanded consumption. By creating experience, culture, and performance programs that residents and tourists participate in and enjoy together, it forms a venue for harmony that transcends generations and regions, highlighting the symbolic significance of the area as the southernmost point of South Korea, and raising the region's brand value through differentiated content to foster the 'Southernmost Amberjack Festival' as South Korea's leading marine and fisheries tourism festival. Starting from the sea and extending into the village, the Southernmost Amberjack Festival is one where the joy of the festival carries over into the vitality of the local economy.
Why go
This festival marks South Korea's southernmost point near Moseulpo Port, pairing fresh winter amberjack from Jeju's seas with local garlic and potatoes in one marine-and-fisheries celebration. Expect hands-on experience zones, cultural programs, and performances meant to bring residents and visitors together across generations.
Getting there from Seoul
Fly from Gimpo or Incheon to Jeju International Airport (roughly 1 hour), as there is no rail or direct bus link to the island. From the airport, it's about a 40-50 minute drive or bus/taxi ride south to the Moseulpo Port area in Daejeong-eup, Seogwipo-si.
Tips
- Dress for coastal wind and cool temperatures, as late November on Jeju's southern coast can be breezy.
- Book flights to Jeju early, since late-autumn seats fill up quickly around festival dates.
- A rental car or taxi is more reliable than public buses for reaching the Moseulpo Port/Daejeong-eup area.
Best for: seafood lovers, families, food tourism, coastal scenery.
Photos
Photo: Korea Tourism Organization 
Photo: Korea Tourism Organization 
Photo: Korea Tourism Organization 
Photo: Korea Tourism Organization 
Photo: Korea Tourism Organization 
Photo: Korea Tourism Organization
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