Gokseong World Rose Festival
MayJeonnam-Gwangju Special City
This rose festival takes place at Seomjingang Train Village in Gokseong County, Jeonnam. Stroll through a large rose garden filled with rare European roses and seasonal flowers. Live performances on the central stage and hands-on activities add to the fun.
When is it held?
Every year around late May. The exact dates change every year.
This year’s dates
Held 2026: May 22 ~ May 31 (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?
- Romantic Rose Propose moments in the rose garden
- Lively Rose Park Brass Carnival performances
- Moonlight Rose Classic concert among the roses
- Rosie's Stamp Tour around the festival grounds
- Hunt for the Lucky Golden Rose event
Tips for visitors from abroad
Getting there
From Seoul you can reach the Jeonnam-Gwangju Special City 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 Gokseong World Rose Festival held?
Every year around late May. The exact dates change every year. This year’s dates have not been announced yet.
How do I get to Gokseong World Rose Festival?
From Seoul, take KTX, an express bus or an intercity bus toward Jeonnam-Gwangju Special City, then check public transit to the venue in a map app.
Is Gokseong World Rose Festival free?
The official overview does not list admission. Please check the official website.
Places to visit near this festival in Jeonnam-Gwangju Special City
Top attractions elsewhere in Jeonnam-Gwangju Special City. Combine them with this event in one trip.
Source: Korea Tourism Organization TourAPI. Dates may change.