2026 Cheongsong Apple Festival: A Celebration of Taste and Culture
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Today's Quiz! ๐๐
Where in South Korea is the highest apple production?
The answer is Cheongsong County, Gyeongsangbuk-do!
Cheongsong County proudly holds the title of the leading apple-producing region in the country, both in terms of cultivation area and production.
As of 2026, the apple production is approximately 85,000 tons, accounting for 16% of the national production, with the cultivation area also ranking first at 11% of the national total.
Recognized for its quality and taste, Cheongsong apples have won the prestigious Korea Representative Brand Award for 14 consecutive years!
I visited the 2026 Cheongsong Apple Festival to enjoy the crunchy texture and sweet juice of the famous honey apples.
2026 Cheongsong Apple Festival
Location: 269 Geumwol-ro, Cheongsong-eup, Cheongsong-gun, Gyeongsangbuk-do
Operating Period: November 4th to November 8th (9 AM to 8 PM)
Parking: Free parking available in lots 1-6
Admission: Free
The festival took place over five days from November 4th to November 8th, at the Hyunbi-am Beach area in Cheongsong-eup, from 9 AM to 8 PM.
I visited on Friday, November 6th, and despite it being a weekday, the festival was lively with visitors from all over the country, showcasing the immense popularity of Cheongsong apples.
To ensure visitors could comfortably enjoy the festival, free parking was available, making it easy for those who arrived by car.
As soon as I entered the festival grounds, I was captivated by the apple-themed decorations.
Large apple sculptures and various photo zones, along with apple decorations hanging from the trees, enhanced the festive atmosphere.
The sparkling apple-themed tunnel was particularly stunning for taking photos.
The cute mascots, Cheongi and Songi, could also be spotted throughout the festival, adding to the fun of finding these adorable characters.
No festival is complete without food!
Food booths featuring Cheongsong apples, food trucks, and local restaurants offered a variety of dishes, including soups and grilled meats.
It was impressive to see the local community actively participating in making the festival vibrant.
During the festival, there were performances by local groups and popular singers, including Kim Yong-bin and Jin Hae-sung, which added to the excitement of the event.
The festival also featured a spectacular fireworks display, creating wonderful memories for visitors.
There were various interactive programs for both children and adults to enjoy.
In the apple pounding experience, participants could relieve stress to lively rhythms, and there were also activities like 'Find the Golden Apple' and apple bat experiences.
If you burst a balloon with a bat, you could receive an apple as a gift, and even if you didnโt, you were given drinks, making it a warm and friendly event.
One experience I highly recommend is the stamp tour.
By visiting designated locations from 1 to 7 to collect stamps, you could complete a colorful picture of the Cheongsong Apple Festival and receive an apple as a gift once you finished your stamp card.
Limited to the first 200 participants per time slot, the line for this popular activity was quite long.
The Cheongsong Apple Promotion Center at booth 63 offered a unique photo opportunity where you could become the star of the Cheongsong apple promotional newspaper.
This was a great way to capture special memories from the festival.
A must-visit at the festival is the Cheongsong Apple Promotion Center.
Here, you could see award-winning golden apples and high-quality apples from Cheongsong up close.
This year, the space was spacious and comfortable, making it easy to explore.
From exhibitions showcasing the characteristics and benefits of apples to various processed products like apple-based foods, drinks, jams, and even cosmetics, there was a lot to see.
There were also dishes utilizing Cheongsong apples, such as apple pork and Cheongsong gimbap, allowing for both sightseeing and dining enjoyment.
At the apple sales booths throughout the festival, you could taste and purchase Cheongsong apples directly.
I also sent a box of apples by delivery, which was free of charge, making it easy to gift without the burden of carrying them around.
I also enjoyed delicious hot dogs from the senior booth and explored the Cheongsong Baekja exhibition hall, showcasing the region's traditions and beauty, as well as the Cheongsong flower stone exhibition hall with its mysterious patterns.
The Cheongsong Apple Festival is a meaningful event that promotes the excellence of local agricultural products and aims to increase farmers' incomes and revitalize the local economy.
Taste the top-ranked Cheongsong apples while enjoying diverse experiences and performances!
As the season for sweet and crunchy apples approaches, don't forget to include a visit to Cheongsong, the representative apple-producing region of South Korea, in your plans for next year!
Source :https://blog.naver.com/gyeongbuk_official/224470081390
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