Hongcheon, Gangwon-do · Beer and music festival
Hongcheon Beer Festival
August 5–9, 2026
- Dates
- August 5–9, 2026
- Hours
- 3–10 p.m.
- Admission
- Free
- Beer & food
- Separate purchase
- Venue
- Tori Forest in City Forest Park
- Address
- Galmagok-ri, Hongcheon-eup, Hongcheon-gun, Gangwon-do
Plan a few nearby stops
Traditional marketSeparate Gangwon stop · about 28 km awayHoengseong MarketThis five-day market is in Hoengseong-gun. Market days end in 1 and 6.View market details Riverside parkAt the festival siteTori ForestWalk the shaded paths beside Hongcheongang River before the music and beer program begins.View details TempleFor a separate day tripSutasa TempleVisit the forested temple and nearby valley south of Hongcheon-eup.View details
Hotels near the festival
Hongcheon-eup and the riverfront
View staysStart with the beer list and plan the return trip
Compare before ordering
The festival serves major-brand draft beer, local craft beer, food, and international selections.
Stay for the headline event
The World Wet Dance Contest and evening music are central parts of the program.
Check the next edition
The 2026 festival has ended. Confirm the next lineup, sales system, and late transport.
Cold beer and live music beside the Hongcheongang
At a glance
Hongcheon Beer Festival combines draft and craft beer, food, dance, electronic music, hip-hop, and public competitions.
Why Hongcheon
The county is home to a major brewery and local craft producers, giving the festival a strong regional beer base.
Before you go
The 2026 festival ran August 5–9 from 3 to 10 p.m. Entry was free; beer and food were sold separately.
