2026 Pyeongchang Highland Kimchi Festival Schedule, Reservation, and Pricing Guide

The 2026 Pyeongchang Highland Kimchi Festival is drawing significant attention as it approaches. For many, especially dual-income couples or apartment residents who find making kimchi at home challenging, this festival offers a unique opportunity to experience kimchi-making with family while enjoying a trip. Pyeongchang's highland cabbage is renowned for its firm texture and savory taste, which helps it stay fresh until spring, making it a highly valued ingredient for kimchi.

The festival is scheduled from November 4th (Wednesday) to November 16th (Monday), 2026, at the Jinbu-myeon Sports Park in Pyeongchang-gun, operating from 9 AM to 5 PM. Reservations should be made online or by phone at least five days before the visit, after deciding on the date and number of participants. Each kimchi-making table accommodates up to six people. The experience prices are 69,000 KRW for the basic kimchi experience (7kg brined cabbage + 3kg seasoning), 79,000 KRW for the premium kimchi experience (7kg deep-sea water brined cabbage + 3kg seasoning), and 70,000 KRW for the young radish kimchi experience (5kg brined young radish + 2kg seasoning). On-site registration is available, but afternoon visits are recommended due to potential waiting times.

Bloggers highlight the significant advantage of being able to make kimchi directly without the hassle of preparing ingredients, making it popular among families and individuals preparing kimchi for the year. The festival's accessibility for a day trip from Seoul and the convenience of public transportation via KTX Jinbu Station (Odaesan Station) are also positively noted. It is advisable to check the official website for the latest information and make reservations in advance.