Jeodo Giant Octopus Festival

A festival themed around giant octopus is held at Daejin Port in Goseong County, Gangwon-do. This festival is an event that uses fresh giant octopus caught directly from the sea by the residents of Daejin Port. The main programs include a food event showcasing a variety of octopus dishes such as giant octopus sukhoe and vinegared seasoning made with the residents' skilled touch.
The giant octopus of Daejin Port is a representative seafood of the East Sea, boasting an overwhelming size and a chewy, sweet-savory distinctive flavor. This festival is a place where village residents who have lived with the sea all their lives prepare with care to offer visitors a heartwarming feast of gourmet delights. The Daejin Port Giant Octopus Festival provides an opportunity to directly see and experience the true essence and taste of real giant octopus at Daejin Port itself.

Program

1. Enjoy the octopus! : Jodo gourmet booths, octopus food trucks, welcome octopus bread
2. Enjoy the sea! : Sea Rest Shelter, Daejin Octopus Teacher
3. Enjoy the city! : Receipt voucher exchange event, Daejin Port Walking Holiday
4. Enjoy the festival! : Opening/Closing Party, Octopus Circus, Stage Guerrilla Events (Octopus OX Quiz, Surprise Auction, Singing Contest, Goseong Bangga Event, etc.), Flea Market, Local Specialty Sales, Experience Booths