Cheongju, Chungcheongbuk-do · Firefly and insect festival
Firefly and Insect Festival
June 12–14, 2026
- Dates
- June 12–14, 2026
- 2026 hours
- 15:00–22:00
- 2026 admission
- Free entry; selected activities cost extra
- Venue
- Chungcheongbuk-do Agricultural Research and Extension Services
- Address
- 46 Gagok-gil, Ochang-eup, Cheongwon-gu, Cheongju-si, Chungcheongbuk-do

Plan a few nearby stops
Traditional marketCheongju · Every five daysOchang Traditional MarketThis market opens on dates ending in 3 and 8 each month.View market details Nearby stopBefore or after the festivalAgricultural Science MuseumBefore or after Firefly and Insect Festival, visit Agricultural Science Museum and check current hours before setting out.View details Add to the routeFor a separate stopOchang Lake ParkSave time for Ochang Lake Park if you are extending your stay in Cheongju after Firefly and Insect Festival.View details Plan a future visit to Firefly and Insect Festival
Check the next edition
Firefly and Insect Festival ended its 2026 run. Confirm the next dates, hours, prices, and booking requirements on the official page.
Choose your priorities
Use the official Firefly and Insect Festival schedule to set your arrival time, then leave room for Agricultural Science Museum.
Start with the venue
For Firefly and Insect Festival, use Chungcheongbuk-do Agricultural Research and Extension Services as the arrival point and check the daily program before setting out.
Firefly and Insect Festival at a glance
At a glance
Firefly and Insect Festival was held at Chungcheongbuk-do Agricultural Research and Extension Services in Cheongju.
What happened in 2026
Firefly lights, insect exhibits, children’s seminars, specimen and bee programs, research-center tours, butterflies, agricultural science, activities, sales booths, and food trucks filled three evenings.
Before you go
Firefly and Insect Festival ran June 12–14, 2026. Check the official page for the next confirmed schedule.

