Jeju Flounder Festival 2024: A Seafood Lover’s Guide to Jeju Island’s Culinary Delights

Dive into Flavor at the Jeju Flounder Festival

Celebrate Jeju’s Delectable Flounder!

Date: October 5th – 6th, 2024

The Jeju Flounder Festival, a vibrant celebration of Jeju Island’s renowned flounder, returns for its annual showcase of culinary delights and family fun. Hosted by the Jeju Fish Culture Cooperative and supported by prominent organizations like the Jeju Special Self-Governing Province and the Ministry of Oceans and Fisheries, this festival is a must-visit for seafood enthusiasts and anyone seeking an authentic Jeju experience.

Since its inception in 2016, the Jeju Flounder Festival has become Korea’s premier event dedicated to this versatile fish. The festival aims to expand the culinary horizons of flounder beyond sashimi and sushi, introducing attendees to a diverse array of dishes, including flavorful fish cakes, spicy tteokbokki, and savory pajeon.

A Feast for the Senses (and the Wallet!)

Attendees can savor a wide variety of flounder-based delicacies prepared by the very cooperative members who raise these fish with expertise and care. The festival’s commitment to affordability ensures that everyone can indulge in the exquisite taste of Jeju flounder.

Fun for the Whole Family

Beyond the culinary attractions, the Jeju Flounder Festival offers a dynamic lineup of activities for all ages. From engaging competitions like the Jeju Flounder Singing Contest and the Youth Dance Contest to creative endeavors like the Children’s Art Contest and the thrilling Flounder Bare-hand Catching event, there’s something to captivate every member of the family.

Event Highlights:

Main Program:

  • Jeju Flounder Food Booths
  • Youth Dance Contest
  • Children’s Art Contest
  • Jeju Flounder Bare-hand Catching
  • And more!

Sub Program:

  • Jeju Farmed Seafood Golden Bell
  • Children’s Air Bounce
  • Five different Children’s Experience Activities
  • And more!

Pre-event Activities:

  • Jeju Sea Plogging with Jeju Flounder: Join us on September 21st at 9:00 AM around Pyoseon Beach to help keep our oceans clean.
  • Love Sea Fisheries Seed Release Event: Participate in this meaningful event on October 4th at 12:00 PM at Gwangjin Breakwater.

Event Details:

Jeju Flounder Festival

Don’t miss this opportunity to experience the best of Jeju’s culinary and cultural offerings!

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