About
This festival brings together the sea, land, and people of Jeju, pairing yellowtail, the winter delicacy of Jeju's clean waters, with outstanding local specialties such as garlic and potatoes. It aims to raise the value of the local brand and energize the regional economy by attracting tourists and increasing spending. Hands-on, cultural, and performance programs for residents and visitors alike bring people together across generations and regions. By highlighting the area's symbolic status as Korea's southernmost point and offering distinctive content, the festival seeks to strengthen the local brand and grow into one of Korea's leading marine and fisheries tourism festivals. Beginning at sea and continuing into the village, the Southernmost Yellowtail Festival turns festive fun into vitality for the regional economy.
Southernmost Yellowtail Festival (최남단 방어 축제)
Thu, Nov 19 – Sun, Nov 22
4 days
Around Moseulpo Port, Daejeong-eup, Seogwipo-si
제주특별자치도 서귀포시 대정읍 최남단해안로 66 모슬포항 일원
10:00–17:00
Free
Contact +82 64-794-8032
About
This festival brings together the sea, land, and people of Jeju, pairing yellowtail, the winter delicacy of Jeju's clean waters, with outstanding local specialties such as garlic and potatoes. It aims to raise the value of the local brand and energize the regional economy by attracting tourists and increasing spending. Hands-on, cultural, and performance programs for residents and visitors alike bring people together across generations and regions. By highlighting the area's symbolic status as Korea's southernmost point and offering distinctive content, the festival seeks to strengthen the local brand and grow into one of Korea's leading marine and fisheries tourism festivals. Beginning at sea and continuing into the village, the Southernmost Yellowtail Festival turns festive fun into vitality for the regional economy.
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Data as of 11.12. Dates and prices can change, so check the official site before you go.