In March, as the country comes alive with spring colors and seasonal foods, there is no better time to experience Korea’s rich cultural festivities. From cherry blossom celebrations to local food festivals and traditional heritage experiences, there will be something happening across every region. Whether you’re planning a trip or are already in Korea, this guide to the best festivals in Korea in March 2026 will help you discover unique experiences, explore different cities, and make the most of your spring season.
Hongseong Namdanghang Saejo Clam Festival – 홍성남당항 새조개축제
Dates: 2026.01.17-2026.04.30
Location: Hongseong-gun, Chungcheongnam-do
This is a seafood festival famous for fresh saejo clams. Visitors can enjoy local seafood dishes, explore Namdanghang harbor, and experience lively coastal markets and food stalls.
Gurye Sansuyu Flower Festival – 구례산수유꽃축제
Dates: 2026.03.14-2026.03.22
Location: Gurye-gun, Jeollanam-do
The Gurye Sansuyu Floweris a spring festival celebrating the blooming yellow sansuyu flowers. Take in the scenic countryside views, flower walks, local markets, and traditional cultural activities available.
Yangpyeong Danwol Gorosoe Sap Festival – 양평 단월 고로쇠축제
Dates: 2026.03.21-2026.03.22
Location: Yangpyeong-gun, Gyeonggi-do
The Yangpyeong Danwol Gorosoe Sap festival is centered around gorosoe tree sap, a traditional mountain drink in Korea. While you taste the fresh sap beverages and try the local food and regional specialties such as the savory Yangpyeong Haejangguk (beef blood soup).
Seocheon Camellia & Webfoot Octopus Festival – 서천 동백꽃 주꾸미 축제
Dates: 2026.03.21-2026.04.05
Location: Seocheon-gun, Chungcheongnam-do
Seocheon Camellia & Webfoot Octopus is a unique festival celebrating camellia blossoms and the jjukkumi octopus season. Fill your soul with the coastal flower gardens and fresh seafood dishes along the way.
Nonsan Strawberry Festival – 논산딸기축제
Dates: 2026.03.26-2026.03.29
Location: Nonsan-si, Chungcheongnam-do
The Nonsan Strawberry Festival, a popular event celebrating Nonsan’s famous strawberries. Get your baskets full of strawberries, enjoy strawberry desserts, and take part in fun family-friendly activities.
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Jinhae Cherry Blossom Festival (Jinhae Gunhangje) – 진해군항제
Dates: 2026.03.27-2026.04.05
Location: Changwon-si, Gyeongsangnam-do
Jinhae Cherry Blossom, Korea’s largest cherry blossom festival. As a visitors, you get to admire the streets lined with sakura trees, military parades, scenic bridges, and beautiful nighttime illuminations.
Gyeongju Daereungwon Stone Wall Road Festival – 경주 대릉원돌담길 축제
Dates: 2026.03.27-2026.03.29
Location: Gyeongju-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do
The Gyeongju Daereungwon Stone Wall Road is a spring festival along the historic stone wall road near Gyeongju’s royal tombs, featuring cultural performances, art displays, and scenic walks.
Goryeong Daegaya Festival – 고령 대가야축제
Dates: 2026.03.27-2026.03.29
Location: Goryeong-gun, Gyeongsangbuk-do
Goryeong Daegaya is a historical festival celebrating the ancient Daegaya kingdom with reenactments, traditional performances, and cultural experiences showcasing Korea’s heritage. The ancient Daegaya was a powerful 5th-6th century city-state is renowned for its advanced iron culture, pottery, and music.
The region is famous for the UNESCO-related Jisan-dong tumuli, featuring large-scale royal tombs with human sacrificial burials.
New Spring Yeonsu Hanmaeum Festival – 새봄맞이 연수한마음 축제
Dates: 2026.03.28-2026.03.29
Location: Yeonsu-gu, Incheon
The New Spring Yeonsu Hanmaeum is a community festival celebrating the arrival of spring with concerts, cultural performances, and family-friendly activities.
Yeosu Yeongchisan Azalea Festival – 여수 영취산 진달래축제
Dates: 2026.03.28-2026.03.29
Location: Yeosu-si, Jeollanam-do
The Yeosu Yeongchisan Azalea, a spring festival when Yeongchisan Mountain turns pink with blooming azaleas. While you’re there you can also do trail hiking, and other outdoor events.
March in Korea offers the perfect mix of weather, nature, making it an ideal time to explore beyond Seoul and the usual tourist spots. Whether you’re looking to discover traditional activities or taste local specialties, you can plan your travel itinerary around these events.
And while you make the most of your time and trip in South Korea, we wish you a happy spring! Do not be afraid to explore smaller, authentic localities. And capture the moments! Hoping this guide to the best festivals in Korea in March 2026 has been helpful.
