Gangneung Coffee Festival (강릉커피축제)

Gangneung is as renowned for its delicious coffee as it is for its scenic coastline. Strolling along the cafe-lined beaches of Gangneung, visitors can experience a coffee aroma that rivals the sea breeze. Famous coffee manufacturers attend the Gangneung Coffee Festival and hold a tasting event. At the opening ceremony, 100 baristas hold a “100 People 100 Tastes” performance where they simultaneously brew hand-drip coffee. Visitors are welcome to taste 100 kinds of coffee at this special event. During the festival, competitions are held to select the No. 1 barista for each category, including latte art, hand drip, and roasting. Tourists can also visit cafés in Gangneung that are taking part in the festival and receive a stamp to get a prize. Coffee enthusiasts should not miss this opportunity.

Basic Information

Postal Code	25556
Homepage	www.coffeefestival.net
Address	20-1 Changhae-ro 14beon-gil, Gangneung-si, Gangwon-do

Usage Information

Event End Date	2025-10-26
Event Location	Gangneung Coffee Street and throughout the city
Event Start Date	2025-10-23
Performance Time	10:00-22:00
Host Organization	Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism, Gangwon State, Gangneung-si
Host Contact	+82-33-647-6802
Organizing Agency	Gangneung Culture & Arts Foundation
Usage Fee	Varies by program

Detailed Description

Introduction

Gangneung is as renowned for its delicious coffee as it is for its scenic coastline. Strolling along the cafe-lined beaches of Gangneung, visitors can experience a coffee aroma that rivals the sea breeze. Famous coffee manufacturers attend the Gangneung Coffee Festival and hold a tasting event. At the opening ceremony, 100 baristas hold a “100 People 100 Tastes” performance where they simultaneously brew hand-drip coffee. Visitors are welcome to taste 100 kinds of coffee at this special event. During the festival, competitions are held to select the No. 1 barista for each category, including latte art, hand drip, and roasting. Tourists can also visit cafés in Gangneung that are taking part in the festival and receive a stamp to get a prize. Coffee enthusiasts should not miss this opportunity.