Pyeongchang Trout Festival (평창송어축제)

Explanation

Trout is a member of the salmon family that returns to Pyeongchang in winter. Known for inhabiting clean and cold waters, the trout symbolizes the clean and pristine environment of Pyeongchang. Every winter, Pyeongchang’s rivers are covered with thick ice, and the Pyeongchang Trout Festival draws many visitors who brave the cold to enjoy the event. The festival primarily features ice fishing through small holes drilled in the ice, with popular activities including tent camping at the fishing site and barehand fishing. The festival also offers various winter recreational facilities, such as ice sledding, ensuring fun for both children and adults.

◎ Tip
Home to the coldest winters in Korea, Pyeongchang hosted the Winter Olympics in 2018. Wearing thick clothes and winter equipment to the festival is recommended as most of the events are held outdoors.

Inquiry

Pyeongchang Trout Festival Committee +82-33-336-4000

Homepage

www.festival700.or.kr

Information Use

Event Start Date : 2025년 01월 03일

Event end date : 2025년 02월 02일

Show time : 09:00-17:00

Organizer info : Pyeongchang Trout Festival Committee

Contact the organizer : +82-33-336-4000

Charges (Hours) : Free (Separate charge may apply on programs and activities; refer to the official website for details)

More information

Introduction
Trout is a member of the salmon family that returns to Pyeongchang in winter. Known for inhabiting clean and cold waters, the trout symbolizes the clean and pristine environment of Pyeongchang. Every winter, Pyeongchang’s rivers are covered with thick ice, and the Pyeongchang Trout Festival draws many visitors who brave the cold to enjoy the event. The festival primarily features ice fishing through small holes drilled in the ice, with popular activities including tent camping at the fishing site and barehand fishing. The festival also offers various winter recreational facilities, such as ice sledding, ensuring fun for both children and adults.

◎ Tip
Home to the coldest winters in Korea, Pyeongchang hosted the Winter Olympics in 2018. Wearing thick clothes and winter equipment to the festival is recommended as most of the events are held outdoors.

Programs
Tent fishing, ice fishing, bare hand fishing, traditional sledding experience, etc.