Chungjang Street Festival of Recollection
광주 추억의 충장축제
Events · 226-22, Geumnam-ro, Dong-gu, Jeonnam-Gwangju Special Metropolitan City
+82-62-608-4672
Nearby stations and stops
- Geumnamno 4(sa)-ga (광주도시철도 1호선) · straight-line 153m
- Culture Center (Former Provincial office) (광주도시철도 1호선) · straight-line 554m
- Bus stop 5.18민주화운동기록관 · straight-line 97m
- Bus stop 예술의거리입구 · straight-line 97m
Straight-line distance; the actual walk is longer · Data as of 2025-10-31
Source: Korea National Railway urban rail station information · Ministry of Land, Infrastructure and Transport nationwide bus stop locations
The Chungjang Street Festival of Recollection is Gwangju’s largest signature festival, originating on Chungjang-ro in Dong-gu. Built around the universal theme of memories, it is Korea’s first festival of its kind, bringing together people of all generations and backgrounds. Geumnam-ro and May 18 Democracy Square, the festival’s main venues, hold profound significance in the history of democracy. They symbolize not only remembrance of the past but also Gwangju’s journey toward a hopeful future. Recognized for its excellence, the festival has been designated by the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism as both a Cultural Tourism Festival and an Honorary Cultural Tourism Festival. It has also gained international recognition through consecutive honors at the Asia’s Pinnacle Awards and Gwangju’s designation as a World Festival City. Looking ahead, the festival aims to grow into a truly international event through collaboration with the Asia Culture Center, embracing the cultures and shared memories of Asia. In doing so, it strengthens Gwangju's role as a leading cultural city of Asia and provides a meaningful platform for communication and harmony through culture.
Event info
Ended
- Dates
- 2026-10-07 ~ 2026-10-11
- Venue
- Geumnam-ro, Chungjang-ro, May 18 Democracy Square, and Art Street
- Hours
- 14:00-22:00
- Admission
- Free
- Organizer
- Gwangju Dong-gu, Dong-gu Culture & Tourism Foundation, Chungjang Festival Organizing Committee
At a glance
- Free admission
In the area
Source: Korea Tourism Organization TourAPI