Experience the Vibrant 22nd Toechon Tomato Festival in Gwangju
If you’re looking for a unique and fun cultural experience in Korea, mark your calendar for the 22nd Toechon Tomato Festival in Gwangju! This exciting event takes place from June 14 to June 16, 2024, offering three days of tomato-themed festivities that you won’t want to miss.
What is the Toechon Tomato Festival?
The Toechon Tomato Festival is a celebration of the region’s famous tomatoes, known for their freshness and quality. Toechon tomatoes are celebrated for being grown in a clean, pristine environment, making them both healthy and delicious. The festival is the perfect opportunity to taste and learn about these exceptional tomatoes while enjoying the start of summer.
What to Expect
The 22nd Toechon Tomato Festival transforms the streets of Toechon into a lively and colorful festival ground, filled with a variety of activities and attractions for visitors of all ages. The festivities kick off with an opening ceremony on June 14 at 4:00PM, followed by the Tomato Pot Exhibition within the festival grounds. Enjoy live performances, including KBS2 Radio’s Ju Hyun-mi’s Love Letter and other celebration performances.
You can participate in interactive activities such as planting your own tomato pot, hunting for the golden tomato, and engaging in tomato-themed recreation.
Get ready for a splashing good time at the Tomato Water Park! You will be able to cool off the summer heat and join friends and family for some tomato adventures. The Tomato Water Park promises endless fun. Make sure to bring your swimsuit and towel.
Don’t miss the Tomato Kimchi Festa and the Tomato Evaluation event. At the Tomato Evaluation event you will get the chance to assess and appreciate the quality of the region’s finest tomatoes.
Also, take advantage of the exclusive 30% discount on tomatoes available only during the festival. You can shop for tomatoes and other local specialties at special festival booths.
How to Get There
Toechon-myeon in Gwangju-si is easily accessible by public transportation. Visitors can take a bus or drive to Gwangdong-ro, where the festival will be held. Signs and guides will be available to direct you to the event location.
From Seoul
By Subway and Express Bus:
Subway to Dong Seoul Bus Terminal:
Take Line 2 to Gangbyeon Station (Exit 4).
Walk to Dong Seoul Bus Terminal.
Express Bus to Gwangju:
Take an express bus from Dong Seoul Bus Terminal to Gwangju Bus Terminal. The journey takes approximately 1.5 to 2 hours.
Local Bus or Taxi to Toechon-myeon:
From Gwangju Bus Terminal, take a local bus or a taxi to Toechon-myeon. The festival location is along Gwangdong-ro, near Toechon Nonghyup and Toechon Small Library.
By Subway and Intercity Bus:
Subway to Seoul Express Bus Terminal:
Take Line 3, 7, or 9 to Express Bus Terminal Station.
Intercity Bus to Gwangju:
Take an intercity bus from Seoul Express Bus Terminal to Gwangju Bus Terminal. The journey takes approximately 1.5 to 2 hours.
Local Bus or Taxi to Toechon-myeon:
From Gwangju Bus Terminal, take a local bus or a taxi to Toechon-myeon. The festival location is along Gwangdong-ro, near Toechon Nonghyup and Toechon Small Library.
Gwangdong-ro, Toechon-myeon, Gwangju-si
Event Details
When | June 14th – June 16th, 2024 |
Where | Gwangdong-ro, Toechon-myeon, Gwangju-si (Gwangdong Rotary ↔ Onnuri Pharmacy) |
Price | Free*Certain programs may incur fees |
Inquiries | Homepage: Gwangju CityFacebook: Beer Fest KoreaTel: (+82) 031-760-4958 |