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2026 Vancouver Kimchi & K-Food Festival

Experience Taste • Enjoy • Unite — Feel Korea 2.0!
Join us on September 4–5, 2026 (Friday–Saturday) from 12:00 PM to 9:00 PM at a Metro Vancouver venue (to be announced).
Immerse yourself in a vibrant celebration of Korean culture, food, and community.
Credit card and contactless payments are preferred.

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2025 Festival Map

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Korean Flavors & Culinary Culture

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    Hands-On Kimchi Making Class

    A guided workshop by Mom’s Kimchi where participants make their own kimchi using premium ingredients while learning about fermentation and Korea’s 3,000-year-old kimchi heritage.

    Each participant takes home their own container of freshly made kimchi.

    • Dates & Times:

      • Sep 4: 15:00–16:00

      • Sep 5: 15:00–16:00, 16:30–17:30

    • Capacity: 50 participants per session (total 150)

    • Includes: Ingredients, gloves, apron, container, digital recipe (QR code)

    • Registration: Online pre-registration (mobile QR)

    • Age/Safety: 13–17 with adult; allergy disclosure required; food-safe workflow

    • Location: TBA | Fee: TBA

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    K-Street Food Market & Live Cooking Stage

    An open-air market recreating the atmosphere of Seoul’s vibrant night streets.

    This year’s lineup features 20 signature K-Food dishes including tteokbokki, hotteok, bibimbap, Korean fried chicken, gimbap, and hot dogs — showcasing Korea’s diverse food culture.

    Visitors can also enjoy live chef demonstrations throughout the day.

    • Hours: 12:00–21:00 (peak time 17:00–20:00)

    • Ordering: Kiosk-based ordering system with Express Pick-Up Line for quick service

    • Location: TBA | Admission: Free (pay per item)

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    K-Traditional Pub (Makgeolli)

    Enjoy the charm of a traditional Korean tavern with one serving of makgeolli per adult and a variety of authentic Korean snacks (anju).

    • Hours: 12:00–21:00 (last order 20:30)

    • Policy: 19+ (ID required); wristband entry control

    • Location: TBA | Price: TBA

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    Kimchi Innovation & Fermentation Zone

    A special experience zone where visitors can explore kimchi’s past and future through live fermentation demos, varietal tastings, and short video presentations on kimchi’s health benefits and global fusion dishes such as kimchi tacos and kimchi paella.

    • Sessions: Hourly micro-demos; tasting tokens available via QR

    • Partners: Kimchi Blast Collaboration

    • Location: TBA | Admission: Free

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Culture, Beauty & Performances

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    Hanbok Experience & Photo Studio

    Try on traditional or modern hanbok for free and capture memorable photos at themed photo zones.

    Participants can also join the “Hanbok Daily Look” showcase on stage.

    • Hours: 12:00–21:00 (last fitting 20:30)

    • Capacity: 60 fittings/hour; sanitized between uses

    • Location: TBA | Fee: Free

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    Squid Game Mini Challenge Zone

    A fun mini-game zone inspired by Squid Game, featuring dalgona candy, ddakji, and jegichagi challenges. Complete missions to collect stamps and win prizes.

    • Daily Limit: 200 dalgona challenges, 250 balloon prizes

    • Access: QR slot registration; accessible lane provided

    • Location: TBA | Fee: Free

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    K-Beauty Showcase 2026

    An upgraded pavilion highlighting Korea’s leading beauty brands.

    Visitors can experience product demos, trend displays, and clean/vegan/functional beauty innovations while earning digital stamp rewards.

    • Features: Brand booths, live demo bars, product sampling

    • Location: Beauty Pavilion (TBA) | Admission: Free (products sold separately)

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    K-Tech & Lifestyle Innovation Zone

    Experience Korea’s creative technology through immersive AR/VR tourism, smart living devices, AI beauty testing, and startup showcases.

    • Format: 5–8 minute guided demos

    • Location: Innovation Dome (TBA) | Fee: Free

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    Ultimate Breaking Championship

    Canada’s top breakers face off in a thrilling 2v2 showdown featuring Olympic-style judging, live DJ sets, and MC commentary.

    • Date & Time: Sep 4, 17:00–20:45 (Main Stage)

    • Admission: Free

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    K-POP Dance Cover Challenge
    — Western Canada Qualifier

    The official Western Canada qualifier for K-POP dance teams, organized in collaboration with the Korean Cultural Center (in progress).

    Audiences can vote live through the festival app.

    • Date & Time: Sep 5, 18:00–20:30 (Main Stage)

    • Registration: Online team application (TBA)

    • Admission: Free

Unite

Community, Culture & Leadership

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    Scholarship Award Ceremony

    A special ceremony recognizing youth leaders, outstanding volunteers, and community contributors for their dedication to unity and cultural exchange.

    • Date & Time: Sep 5 (Sat evening, before K-POP)

    • Location: Main Stage

    • Admission: Free (reserved seats for honorees & families)

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    Multicultural Food & Vendor Village

    Celebrate diversity through international food, crafts, and cultural exchange booths from across Metro Vancouver.

    • Hours: 12:00–21:00

    • Location: TBA | Admission: Free

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    Business Pavilion

    A professional exhibition zone introducing Korean food, beauty, and lifestyle brands to local markets.

    Provides product sampling and packaging showcase for cross-cultural engagement.

    • Location: Pavilion Tent (TBA)

    • Access: Open to public & invited guests

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    Volunteer & Youth Leadership Program

    Over 200 volunteers and youth leaders support all festival operations, including eco, info, and stage teams. Participants receive meals, uniforms, and certificates of recognition.

    • Registration: Online sign-up required (training video included)

    • Accessibility: Tasks assigned based on ability and preference

Visitor Information

  • Most programs free; select workshops or tastings may be ticketed.

  • Online pre-registration (QR) required for select events.

  • 19+ policy for K-Pub; minors must attend workshops with guardians.

  • Credit Card / Contactless preferred.

  • First-aid, lost & found, and weather contingency plans in place.

  • Schedules and content subject to change

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