Daegwallyeong Snow Flower Festival (Daegwallyeong Nunkkot Festival)
FebruaryGangwon
This winter festival takes place every year around Songcheon in Daegwallyeong-myeon, Pyeongchang-gun, Gangwon Special Self-Governing Province. Giant snow and ice sculptures tell the story of Nundongi, the Pyeongchang mascot, as he grows into a winter sports athlete. With snow sledding, an ice playground and an outdoor grill area, it's a fun day out for families and friends.
When is it held?
Every year around mid-February. The exact dates change every year.
This year’s dates
Held 2026: Feb 13 ~ Feb 22 (ended). Check the official website for next year’s dates.
Before you go, check this year’s dates and fees on the official website.
What can you do there?
- Walk through large snow sculptures and a huge snow tunnel
- See snow and ice sculptures telling Nundongi's growth story
- Ride a snow sled and play at the ice and snow playgrounds
- Join folk games and the Hwangbyeongsan wild boar ice-tag game
- Taste local traditional food at the outdoor grill area
Tips for visitors from abroad
Getting there
From Seoul you can reach the Gangwon area by KTX, express bus or intercity bus. Once there, check public transit to the venue in a map app (Naver Map and KakaoMap are the most accurate in Korea).
Naver Map ↗ KakaoMap ↗ Google Maps ↗ Official website ↗
What to wear and bring
Winter festivals are often below freezing. Bring a thick coat, gloves, a hat and non-slip shoes.
This is general guidance. Check the official website for what to bring and how to enter each event.
Photos
Source: Korea Tourism Organization TourAPI. Dates may change. · Photo: Korea Tourism Organization · KOGL Type3 · Shown unaltered.
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Frequently asked questions
When is Daegwallyeong Snow Flower Festival (Daegwallyeong Nunkkot Festival) held?
Every year around mid-February. The exact dates change every year. This year’s dates have not been announced yet.
How do I get to Daegwallyeong Snow Flower Festival (Daegwallyeong Nunkkot Festival)?
From Seoul, take KTX, an express bus or an intercity bus toward Gangwon, then check public transit to the venue in a map app.
Is Daegwallyeong Snow Flower Festival (Daegwallyeong Nunkkot Festival) free?
The official overview does not list admission. Please check the official website.
Places to visit near this festival in Gangwon
Top attractions close to the event site. Add them to the same day trip.
Source: Korea Tourism Organization TourAPI. Dates may change.