Gijang, Busan · Pet and animal welfare festival
Gijang Pet Culture Festival
September 19, 2026
- Dates
- September 19, 2026
- Hours
- 9 a.m.–6 p.m.
- Admission
- Free
- Venue
- Jeonggwan Central Park
- Address
- 27 Guyeon 3-ro, Jeonggwan-eup, Gijang-gun, Busan
Plan a few nearby stops
Traditional marketSeparate Busan trip · about 24 km awayGupo MarketThis traditional market is in Buk-gu. Market days end in 3 and 8.View market details ForestFor a separate nature stopAhopsan ForestWalk through bamboo and old woodland on a separately timed visit in Gijang-gun.View details Science museumFor familiesBusan National Science MuseumAdd hands-on science exhibits to a wider Gijang family trip.View details
Hotels near the festival
Jeonggwan-eup and eastern Busan
View staysCheck pet rules before entering the park
Review participation rules
Confirm leash, muzzle, vaccination, and registration requirements in the current event notice.
Choose activities early
Training classes, first aid, agility, grooming, and competitions may have separate sign-ups.
Bring pet essentials
Pack water, waste bags, and anything your pet needs for a full day outdoors.
Pets and people share a full day in Jeonggwan
At a glance
Gijang Pet Culture Festival brings pet owners, animal welfare groups, trainers, and local residents together in Jeonggwan Central Park.
What to expect
The program includes pet talent events, owner-and-pet races, training and first-aid lessons, agility, grooming, adoption outreach, and animal registration guidance.
Before you go
The 2026 festival took place on September 19 from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Admission was free.
