Gwangju World Kimchi Festival (광주세계김치축제)

*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.

Event Program

Kimchi Making Experience,Thousand People’s Table (Food Court), Gwangju Kimchi Star Chef Food Show, Cultural Performances, Kimchi Exhibition, Etc.  

Start date

2026-10-23  

End Date

2026-10-25  

Performance Time

10:00-20:00  

Venue

Sangmu Citizens Park  

Fee

Free  

Organizer

Gwangju-si  

Host Company

Gwangju Kimchi Festival Organizing Committee  

Host's Contact Information

+82-62-613-3955  

Introduction

Gwangju Kimchi Festival is held to promote one of Korea's most famous specialties, kimchi. The festival offers diverse kimchi-related programs and entertaining events. Visitors can learn about how to make award-winning kimchi, and purchase kimchi at great prices.

Programs

Kimchi Making Experience,Thousand People’s Table (Food Court), Gwangju Kimchi Star Chef Food Show, Cultural Performances, Kimchi Exhibition, Etc.