Gangneung Noodle Festival

The Gangneung Noodle Festival is a premier culinary festival held in Gangneung, the “City of Noodles,” where noodle dishes—such as jang kalguksu, makguksu, jjamppong, and gamja ongsim kalguksu—are more popular than in any other region. The event was widely loved as the Gangneung Noodle Festival until 2025, and in 2026—marking its 5th edition—the name was changed to the Gangneung Noodle Festival to make it more accessible to the public and to better reflect the region’s diverse culinary heritage. In 2026, the festival will take place from October 15 to October 18, and will feature a food zone where visitors can sample a wide variety of Gangneung’s noodle specialties, as well as plenty of related attractions and activities. You’ll be able to experience everything from Gangneung’s most famous restaurants to the diverse flavors of noodles hidden in every alleyway. With a wide range of activities—including hands-on experiences, exhibitions, competitions, and cooking shows—visitors can fully enjoy the golden autumn of 2026 right here on Wolhwa Street.

1. Main Food Zone - Noodle Zone (Original, World, Multicultural) and Pairing Zone 2. Noodle Competition - Slurping Contest, Weight-Guessing Contest, etc. 3. Hands-On Activities - Noodle-Making Workshop, Noodle Painting, Flour Sensory Play, etc. 4. Diverse Performances and Noodle Road (Receipt Event)