Iksan Gukhwa Festival: Chrysanthemums at Central Sports Park
At a glance Upcoming · D-10
- Period
- 2026-10-23 ~ 2026-11-01
- Hours
- 10:00-21:00
- Venue
- Iksan Central Sports Park · 322 Hana-ro, Iksan-si, Jeonbuk-do
- Fee
- Free
- Organizer
- Iksan-si
- Contact
- +82-63-859-4977
Data: Korea Tourism Organization (English TourAPI) · checked 2026.10.12
Each autumn, Iksan in Jeonbuk fills its Central Sports Park with chrysanthemums for the Iksan Gukhwa Festival (익산천만송이국화축제). In 2026 the festival runs from October 23 to November 1, and admission is free.
About the festival
The Iksan Gukhwa Festival is held every year from late October to early November and is organized by Iksan-si. It centres on chrysanthemums (gukhwa), shown in a large outdoor exhibit.
Highlights
- Outdoor chrysanthemum exhibit
- City agricultural hall
- Cultural performances
- Music fountain
- Food
Hours and fees
- Dates: October 23 – November 1, 2026
- Hours: 10:00-21:00
- Fee: Free
- Contact: +82-63-859-4977
Getting there
The venue is Iksan Central Sports Park, 322 Hana-ro, Iksan-si, Jeonbuk-do.
Treasure Map Note
The weather looks pretty mild during the opening days of the festival, with daytime highs around 17–20°C and lows dropping to 7–9°C.
It should feel comfortable during the day, but things can get a little chilly once the sun goes down. Bringing a light jacket or an extra layer is a good idea, especially if you're planning to stick around into the evening.
The festival runs from 10 AM to 9 PM, so why not spend the daytime admiring the beautiful chrysanthemums, then stay a little longer to enjoy the musical fountain and live performances as the evening sets in?
And the best part? Admission is free, making it a lovely outing for families or anyone who enjoys flowers and a relaxing autumn stroll.
5 places to eat nearby within 1 km · as of 2026.10.12
Venue Featured on TV Restaurant
| Place | Distance | Blog posts | TV | Map |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 데이트술집 > 호프,요리주점 | 534mabout 10 min walk | 2,669 | Kakao Map | |
| 쌍용 맛집한식 | 491mabout 9 min walk | 1,341 | Kakao Map | |
| 어양수산한식 > 해물,생선 > 회 | 229mabout 4 min walk | 1,197 | Kakao Map | |
| 청담옥24시한식 | 535mabout 10 min walk | 408 | Kakao Map | |
| 어양생맥주술집 > 호프,요리주점 | 532mabout 10 min walk | 310 | Kakao Map |
Blog post counts are Naver blog search results — a popularity hint, not a rating. TV labels are shown only when a news article confirms it. Check menus and hours on Kakao Map.
Places to stay nearby by distance from the venue · as of 2026.10.12
Venue Place to stay
Listed by distance from the venue — not a recommendation. We have not checked prices, availability or quality, so please review each property on the booking site. Trip.com and Agoda buttons open a search for the property. Trip.com links are affiliate links: if you book through them we may earn a small commission, at no extra cost to you.
Was this helpful?
Official links & sources
- Korea Tourism Organization (English TourAPI) · collected 2026.10.12 · rechecked 2026.10.12
- Photo: Korea Tourism Organization (KOGL Type 3)
Dates and fees may change. Please check the official page before you visit. Found an error? Let us know.