A hands-on festival at Seoul Plaza where visitors can try making kimchi and sample regional varieties.
What to Know
Insider Tips
The signature Kimjang Sharing event has thousands of participants making kimchi together with cabbage and seasoning provided by the city — check the schedule if you want to join a hands-on session.
This UNESCO-recognized kimjang (kimchi-making) culture festival includes tastings of many regional kimchi varieties, not just the standard cabbage kind.
Best Viewing Spots
Seoul Plaza — Main festival grounds with kimchi-sharing, kimchi-making demonstrations, and a kimchi museum exhibit.
Mugyo-ro street — Hosts a regional product market and food court alongside the main plaza activities.
