Jinan, Jeonbuk-do · Food and wellness festival
Jinan Red Ginseng Festival
September 18–20, 2026
- Dates
- September 18–20, 2026
- Hours
- 10 a.m.–9 p.m.
- Festival entry
- Free
- Selected programs
- Separate fees may apply
- Venue
- Northern Maisan area
- Address
- 160 Maisan-ro, Jinan-eup, Jinan-gun, Jeonbuk-do
Plan a few nearby stops
Traditional marketJinan-gun · Every five daysJinan Highland MarketThis traditional market opens on dates ending in 4 and 9 each month.View market details Local museumNear the festival areaJinan History MuseumStart indoors with an overview of Jinan’s local history before exploring the wider Maisan area.View details Rest stopBetween festival programsMai Rural Theme Park Foot BathTake a short break at the outdoor foot bath beside the northern Maisan visitor area.View details Hotels near the festival
Jinan-eup and the northern Maisan area
View staysTaste, learn, and leave time for Maisan
Sample before you shop
Compare red ginseng foods and products across the festival before deciding what to take home.
Choose hands-on programs
Cooking, wellness, stamp tours, food giveaways, and family activities run throughout the day.
Keep Maisan separate
The mountain and its temples need more time than a quick festival stop. Plan them as a separate outing.
Jinan puts red ginseng at the center of fall
At a glance
Jinan Red Ginseng Festival combines regional food, wellness programs, family activities, shopping, concerts, and traditional performances below Maisan Mountain.
Why Jinan
Jinan is Korea’s only designated red ginseng special zone. The festival introduces locally certified products through tastings, food, and hands-on activities.
Before you go
The 2026 festival runs September 18–20 from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. Entry is free; selected programs may charge a fee.
