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Gimje Horizon Festival (김제지평선축제) · © KTO · KOGL Type 3
Korea
Gimje Horizon Festival (김제지평선축제)
Gimje Horizon Festival is a seasonal festival in Korea — check official dates and program before you visit.
Why go
The Gimje Horizon Festival takes place in Gimje, North Jeolla Province — one of Korea's most expansive rice-farming plains and the only place in the country where the horizon is visible across flat, open land. The annual autumn festival centers on the harvest season, showcasing traditional agricultural culture through rice-planting and harvesting demonstrations, folk performances, and hands-on farm activities. Visitors can walk through golden rice fields, sample locally grown rice and grain-based foods, and observe traditional farming tools and practices. The festival draws domestic and international visitors seeking a rare glimpse of Korea's agricultural heritage in a genuinely rural landscape.
Quick highlights
- Korea's only flat horizon viewable across open rice plains
- Held each autumn to celebrate the traditional rice harvest
- Live demonstrations of rice planting and harvesting techniques
- Folk performances and traditional games tied to farming culture
- Hands-on farm activities and local grain food tastings available
FAQ
When does Gimje Horizon Festival (김제지평선축제) take place?
Gimje Horizon Festival (김제지평선축제) runs October 1, 2026 – October 5, 2026 at Byeokgolje Reservoir Site.
Who hosts Gimje Horizon Festival (김제지평선축제)?
Hosted by Gimje-si · +82-63-540-3037, organized by Gimje Horizon Festival Committee · +82-63-540-3037.
Is Gimje Horizon Festival (김제지평선축제) free to attend?
Free
Where can I find more information about Gimje Horizon Festival (김제지평선축제)?
Visit the official website: https://festival.gimje.go.kr/
Where is Gimje Horizon Festival (김제지평선축제) located?
442 Byeokgolje-ro, Buryang-myeon, Gimje-si, Jeonbuk-do