Goheung Astronaut Alley Festival Draws 5,000... Boosts Local Businesses

Drone Show and Traditional Nakhwa Nori Fireworks Ignite Festival Fever

Goheung Traditional Market and the Namgye Alley Shopping District were alive with festival excitement.

Goheung County in Jeonnam-Gwangju said around 5,000 people visited the 2026 Goheung Astronaut Alley Festival and the 12th Goheung Traditional Market Community Festival, held from October 30 to 31 around Goheung Traditional Market, the Namgye Alley Shopping District, and Goheung Brewery. The events concluded successfully.

Goheung County Governor Gong Young-min greets visitors at the Goheung Astronaut Alley Festival. Courtesy of Goheung County.

The events were organized as a local festival connecting the traditional market with the neighborhood commercial district, where residents and visitors could enjoy the festivities together.

The Goheung Traditional Market Community Festival featured performances by local arts groups, a guest singer, and a special performance by the Market Troupe. Charcoal-grilled fish, one of the traditional market's signature foods, and a food-sharing event were especially well received by visitors.

At the Goheung Astronaut Alley Festival, 32 food and flea market booths showcased local food and products, along with a variety of hands-on activities.

Traditional Nakhwa Nori fireworks and busking performances added to the festive atmosphere. On October 30, a drone show featuring 1,500 drones at Goheung Dong Elementary School captivated spectators. A performance by the Space Choir followed on October 31.

Events to encourage spending and support local businesses were also held. Customers who spent at least 30,000 won at participating shops in the traditional market and Namgye Shopping District received prize-draw tickets and craft beer discount coupons. Delivery fees were subsidized for food orders placed to the festival site through the public delivery app Meokkaebi.

The festival brought residents, merchants, and local arts groups together, creating an opportunity for them to connect. It also encouraged visitors to shop at the traditional market and neighborhood businesses, adding to the significance of the event.

Goheung County Mayor Gong Young-min said, "Many visitors came, making this a meaningful time for residents and merchants to come together." He added, "We will continue to hold events that connect traditional markets with neighborhood businesses, bringing enjoyment to local residents and revitalizing the commercial districts."

The Goheung Astronaut Alley Festival is scheduled to conclude its events for the year with a youth-themed program on November 13 and 14.

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