Mokpo Port Festival (목포항구축제)

Explanation

“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. 

Inquiry

Mokpo-si +82-61-270-8441

Information Use

Event Start Date : 2025년 09월 26일

Event end date : 2025년 09월 28일

Watching age : Open to visitors of all ages

Venue : Areas of Mokpo Port & Samhakdo Island

Show time : 13:00-22:00

Touring Time : Varies by program

Organizer info : Mokpo-si

Contact the organizer : +82-61-270-8441

Sponsor Information : Mokpo Festival Organization Committee

Sponsor Contacts : +82-61-270-8441

Charges (Hours) : Free

More 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.

Location

6 Samhak-ro 92beon-gil, Mokpo-si, Jeollanam-do