Gurye, Jeollanam-do · Spring flower festival
Gurye Sansuyu Flower Festival
March 14–22, 2026
- Dates
- March 14–22, 2026
- Hours
- 9 a.m.–6 p.m.
- Admission
- Free
- Venue
- Sansuyu Festival Grounds in Sandong
- Address
- 45 Sanggwan 1-gil, Sandong-myeon, Gurye-gun, Jeollanam-do
Plan a few nearby stops
Traditional marketGurye-gun · about 12 km awayGurye Five-Day MarketThis traditional market opens on dates ending in 3 and 8 each month.View market details Flower villageAt the heart of the festivalSansuyu VillageWalk the stone-walled lanes and yellow flower paths beneath Jirisan.View details Mountain templeFor a separate half dayHwaeomsa TempleVisit the major Jirisan temple and forested grounds south of Sandong.View details Follow the bloom report, not only the calendar
Check current flowers
Warm weather can move peak bloom earlier than the published festival dates.
Walk beyond the main stage
The best flower views extend through village lanes and riverside paths.
Check the next edition
The 2026 festival has ended. Confirm future bloom conditions, shuttle routes, and parking.
Golden sansuyu flowers open spring beneath Jirisan
At a glance
The festival fills Sandong’s villages with yellow cornelian cherry blossoms, walking routes, performances, crafts, food, and local products.
Why Gurye
Sandong is Korea’s largest traditional growing area for sansuyu trees, valued for both spring flowers and red autumn fruit.
Before you go
The 2026 festival ran March 14–22 from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Admission was free.
