Gochang Green Barley Field Festival (Gochang Cheongboribat Festival)
AprilJeonbuk
This is a signature festival of Gochang County, held around Hakwon Farm in Gongeum-myeon, North Jeolla Province. From mid-April to mid-May each year, green barley fields stretch out in a wide, fresh-green expanse. You can stroll among the waves of green while enjoying performances and events.
When is it held?
Every year around mid-April. The exact dates change every year.
This year’s dates
Held 2026: Apr 18 ~ May 10 (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?
- Opening ceremony with pre-show and celebration performances
- Watch a farmers' music (nongak) street performance in the fields
- Enjoy busking along the paths between the barley fields
- Join the 'Find the Treasure' event themed on 7 UNESCO sites
- Take part in the SNS promotion event
Tips for visitors from abroad
Getting there
From Seoul you can reach the Jeonbuk 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
Spring mornings and evenings are chilly. A light layer and comfortable shoes work well.
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 Gochang Green Barley Field Festival (Gochang Cheongboribat Festival) held?
Every year around mid-April. The exact dates change every year. This year’s dates have not been announced yet.
How do I get to Gochang Green Barley Field Festival (Gochang Cheongboribat Festival)?
From Seoul, take KTX, an express bus or an intercity bus toward Jeonbuk, then check public transit to the venue in a map app.
Is Gochang Green Barley Field Festival (Gochang Cheongboribat Festival) free?
The official overview does not list admission. Please check the official website.
Places to visit near this festival in Jeonbuk
Top attractions close to the event site. Add them to the same day trip.
Source: Korea Tourism Organization TourAPI. Dates may change.