Yeongju Punggi Insam Festival (경북영주 풍기인삼축제)

Ginseng is one of Korea’s best-known health foods, valued for its ability to help restore energy and support the immune system. Every October, when ginseng is considered to be at its best, the Yeongju Punggi Insam Festival is held in Yeongju, one of Korea’s leading ginseng-producing regions. With health and wellness at its heart, the festival offers exhibitions and hands-on activities for visitors of all ages. Special programs include the Gaesamteo Ritual Ceremony, Reenactment of Governor Ju Sebung’s Procession, and the Ginseng Grand Ritual. Visitors can also enjoy dishes made with nutritious Punggi ginseng and take part in fun activities such as ginseng peeling. The festival is also a great place to shop for fresh ginseng, red ginseng, and a variety of processed ginseng products made by local growers, all at reasonable prices.

Event Program

Gaesamteo Ritual Ceremony, Ginseng Grand Ritual, Reenactment of Governor Ju Se-bung’s Procession, Premium Ginseng Competition and Exhibition, and more  

Start date

2026-10-03  

End Date

2026-10-11  

Performance Time

10:00~20:00  

Venue

Namwoncheon Stream and Punggi Insam Park (Punggi-eup, Yeongju-si)  

Fee

Free (fees vary by programs)  

Host Company

Yeongju Culture & Tourism Foundation  

Host's Contact Information

+82-54-630-8706  

Introduction

Insam, ginseng, is a representative health food in Korea that boosts energy and immunity. Yeongju Punggi Insam Festival is held every October when ginseng is at its most nutritious. The festival includes various ginseng-themed programs like harvesting ginseng, trying foods made with ginseng, exhibitions, cultural programs and more. Ginseng and red ginseng products are also sold at the festival at discounted prices.

Programs

- Ginseng Peeling
- Making Ginseng Wine
- Punggi Ginseng Singing Contest
- Red Ginseng King & Queen Contest