Hoengseong, Gangwon-do · Food festival

Hoengseong Hanu Festival

October 7–11, 2026

Dates
October 7–11, 2026
Hours
10 a.m.–9 p.m.
Admission
Free; activity fees may apply
Evening concert
7–9 p.m. daily
Venue
Seomgang River grounds
Address
221 Bukcheon-ri, Hoengseong-eup, Hoengseong-gun, Gangwon-do
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Outdoor dining area at the Hoengseong Hanu Festival
Photo: Korea Tourism Organization
AROUND THE FESTIVAL

Plan a few nearby stops

Traditional marketHoengseong · Every five daysHoengseong MarketThis traditional market opens on dates ending in 1 and 6 each month.View market details Lake trailFor a quiet half-day tripHoengseong Lake TrailChoose a trail section that fits your schedule, then return to town before the evening festival program.View details Outdoor activityFor a separate daytime stopHoengseong LugeCheck the day’s operating hours and ticket rules before adding this paid activity to your route.View details
STAY NEARBY

Hotels near the festival

Hoengseong-eup and the Seomgang River

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PLAN YOUR VISIT

Plan food and evening events separately

Choose a dining time

The Hanu grill areas and sales halls operate throughout the festival. Visit outside the main meal periods for a shorter wait.

Stay for the evening

The main concert runs from 7 to 9 p.m. each day. Fireworks are scheduled for October 7 and 10 at 9 p.m.

Check transport updates

Review the official parking and shuttle notice before traveling, especially on fireworks nights.

ABOUT THE FESTIVAL

Five days centered on Hoengseong hanu

At a glance

Hoengseong’s signature food festival combines hanu dining and sales with music, local produce, arts, and hands-on programs beside the Seomgang River.

What to eat

Visitors can buy cuts of hanu at the festival sales halls and cook them in self-service grill areas. Food purchases and selected activities have separate charges.

Before you go

Admission is free and the published hours are 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. Check the official notice for parking, shuttles, and any changes to the evening program.