Mokpo Port Festival (목포항구축제)

Introduction

“Mokpo is a port.” This phrase is familiar to Koreans as both a movie title and a popular song. Mokpo, one of three major ports in Korea, is a key center for trade and logistics. The Mokpo Port Festival recreates the traditional Pasi Market culture of Mokpo Port, offering a variety of food, entertainment, and experiences. Visitors can participate in live auctions at a ship for fresh seafood and enjoy the ocean view while grilling their purchases at the cooking station. In addition, the festival features a variety of maritime parades, navy band performances, and shows by art troupes from Mokpo’s overseas sister cities, all reflecting Mokpo’s identity as a port city.

◎ Pasi Market
A market formed on the sea where merchant ships and traders gather near fishing grounds.

Basic Information

Address 6 Samhak-ro 92beon-gil, Mokpo-si, Jeollanam-do (58751)

Phone +82-61-270-8441

Last Updated 2025/07/11

Sponsor 1 Mokpo-si

Sponsor 1 Contact +82-61-270-8441

Sponsor 2 Mokpo Festival Organization Committee

Sponsor 2 Contact +82-61-270-8441

Event Time 13:00-22:00

Event Place Areas of Mokpo Port & Samhakdo Island

Event Start Date 2025/09/26

Event End Date 2025/09/28

Age Limit Open to visitors of all ages

Usage Fee Free

Viewing Time Varies by program

Additional Information

Introduction “Mokpo is a port.” This phrase is familiar to Koreans as both a movie title and a popular song. Mokpo, one of three major ports in Korea, is a key center for trade and logistics. The Mokpo Port Festival recreates the traditional Pasi Market culture of Mokpo Port, offering a variety of food, entertainment, and experiences. Visitors can participate in live auctions at a ship for fresh seafood and enjoy the ocean view while grilling their purchases at the cooking station. In addition, the festival features a variety of maritime parades, navy band performances, and shows by art troupes from Mokpo’s overseas sister cities, all reflecting Mokpo’s identity as a port city.

◎ Pasi Market
A market formed on the sea where merchant ships and traders gather near fishing grounds.

Programs Pasi market auction & grilling experience, youth night, youth Pasi market road parade, etc.

Mokpo Port Festival (목포항구축제)

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