Dongdaemun-gu to Host Beer Festival on August 28-29 with Double the Scale

More Craft Breweries and Food Trucks
QR Code Ordering Introduced

Dongdaemun-gu, Seoul (District Mayor Choi Dongmin) announced on August 18 that the Dongdaemun Cultural Foundation will host the ‘2026 Dongdaemun-gu Beer Festival’ for two days from August 28 to 29 in the area around Janghan 1 Riverside Park.

Last year's scene at the Dongdaemun-gu Beer Festival. Provided by Dongdaemun-gu.

This year marks the third anniversary of the festival, and the slogan is ‘The Value of Togetherness’. The district explained that it aims to create a riverside festival where multiple generations and cultures come together.

According to the district, this year the festival venue, as well as the number of participating craft beer breweries and food trucks, has been increased roughly twofold compared to last year. A new QR code ordering system for the food trucks has been introduced to reduce waiting times, and large-quantity beer sales and interactive programs will be offered.

Programs that embody the spirit of the slogan have also been prepared. There will be a promotional booth involving local residents with migrant backgrounds and international students, providing a platform for cultural exchange. In addition, there will be a project supporting local artists through micro-donations, where visitor participation in dart games leads directly to contributions; all funds raised will be used to support the creative activities of local artists. Maxim TOP and Condition are participating as festival sponsors.

District Mayor Choi Dongmin stated, “The ‘Value of Togetherness’ featured in this festival signifies more than simply enjoying the festival together; it is about fostering mutual understanding and creating our community’s culture. With a venue twice as large and even richer content than last year, I hope that not only local residents but also visitors from Korea and abroad will make unforgettable summer memories on the riverside in the heart of the city.”

This content was produced with the assistance of AI translation services.