● ON NOW · OCT 23 – NOV 1
CENTRAL SPORTS PARK · IKSAN · JEONBUK
Iksan Chrysanthemum Festival 2026
Walk through millions of chrysanthemums, giant floral sculptures, sparkling light displays, family experiences and autumn performances in Iksan.
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Oct 23–Nov 1
Ten festival days
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10 AM
Open until 9 PM
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Free
Festival admission
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600+ works
Floral sculptures
THE FESTIVAL
Iksan Glows in Autumn Colour
The 23rd Iksan Ten Million Chrysanthemum Festival fills Central Sports Park with vivid autumn flowers from October 23 to November 1. The 2026 theme, GLOW IKSAN, combines Iksan’s jewel identity with colourful chrysanthemums.
See more than 600 chrysanthemum sculptures, 60,000 autumn flowers, 200 bonsai works and over 100 light installations. Visitors can also enjoy performances, craft experiences, mobile stamp tours, food and regional agricultural products.
Visit by day for the flowers, then stay after sunset as Iksan’s jewel-inspired gardens begin to glow.
CHOOSE YOUR EXPERIENCE
Plan Your Chrysanthemum Visit
DAYTIME
Flower Exhibitions
Explore jewel-themed gardens, enormous chrysanthemum sculptures, bonsai works and tens of thousands of colourful autumn flowers.
HANDS-ON FUN
Crafts & Experiences
Make chrysanthemum crafts, pressed-flower art, bracelets, keyrings, mood lamps and Baekje-inspired creations in family activity zones.
AFTER DARK
Lights & Performances
Stay for illuminated flower displays, live music, cultural stages, special events and glowing photo spots until 9 PM.
WHAT’S ON
Festival Highlights
🌼 600+ floral sculptures
🌸 60,000 autumn flowers
🪴 200 bonsai works
✨ Light installations
🎤 Live performances
🎨 Craft experiences
📱 Mobile stamp tour
PLAN YOUR VISIT
Getting There & Tips
🚇 How to Get There
- Main venue: Iksan Central Sports Park, 322 Hana-ro, Iksan-si, Jeonbuk
- From Seoul: take a KTX or regular train to Iksan Station, then continue by city bus or taxi
- Additional displays extend to Shinheung Park and the Iksan Station area
- Public transport is recommended; follow official parking and shuttle notices during busy weekend periods
✨ Good to Know
- Festival runs October 23–November 1 and is open daily from 10 AM to 9 PM
- Festival admission is free; food, products and selected hands-on experiences may have separate charges
- No general admission reservation is required; some events and activity booths have limited daily capacity
- Arrive before sunset to enjoy both the flower gardens and illuminated displays; enquiries: 063-859-4977
GOOD TO KNOW
Quick Questions
Do I need a reservation?
No general admission reservation is required, and festival entry is free. Individual activity booths and special events may have limited capacity.
When is the best time to visit?
Arrive in the late afternoon to see the flower displays in daylight, then stay after sunset for the illuminated sculptures and evening atmosphere.
Is the festival free?
Festival admission is free. Bring a payment method for food, regional products and any separately charged hands-on experiences.
Where is the festival held?
The main festival venue is Iksan Central Sports Park at 322 Hana-ro. Additional flower zones can be found around Shinheung Park and Iksan Station.
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Information checked October 26, 2026 from the official Iksan Chrysanthemum Festival website and Korea Tourism Organization. Schedules may change — check official notices before visiting. This post contains affiliate links; we may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you.