Chungjang Street Festival of Recollection Ended
Oct 7, 2026 – Oct 11, 2026 · Jeonnam
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| Dates | Oct 7, 2026 – Oct 11, 2026 |
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| Venue | Geumnam-ro, Chungjang-ro, May 18 Democracy Square, and Art Street |
| Address | 226-22, Geumnam-ro, Dong-gu, Jeonnam-Gwangju Special Metropolitan City |
| Admission | Free |
| Hours | 14:00-22:00 |
| Contact | +82-62-608-4672 |
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The Chungjang Street Festival of Recollection is Gwangju’s largest signature festival, originating on Chungjang-ro in Dong-gu. Built around the universal theme of memories, it is Korea’s first festival of its kind, bringing together people of all generations and backgrounds. Geumnam-ro and May 18 Democracy Square, the festival’s main venues, hold profound significance in the history of democracy. They symbolize not only remembrance of the past but also Gwangju’s journey toward a hopeful future
Recognized for its excellence, the festival has been designated by the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism as both a Cultural Tourism Festival and an Honorary Cultural Tourism Festival. It has also gained international recognition through consecutive honors at the Asia’s Pinnacle Awards and Gwangju’s designation as a World Festival City. Looking ahead, the festival aims to grow into a truly international event through collaboration with the Asia Culture Center, embracing the cultures and shared memories of Asia. In doing so, it strengthens Gwangju's role as a leading cultural city of Asia and provides a meaningful platform for communication and harmony through culture.
