Romance of the Silver Sea, A Fall Trip to Jeju for the 2025 Seogwipo Silver Hairtail Festival

Seogwipo in September, Filled with the Scent of the Silver Sea

Autumn in Jeju(Jeju-do) is particularly deep and blue. When the heat subsides and the sea breeze begins to mingle with the air, both body and mind naturally turn toward Seogwipo. If you want to create one more unforgettable memory in Jeju this September, keep an eye on the '6th Seogwipo Silver Hairtail Festival(Seogwipo Eun-galchi Chukje)'. From September 12th to 14th, 2025, the area around Seogwipo Port(Seogwipo-hang) will be filled with the silver waves of fresh silver hairtail and the laughter of people. Carefully prepared by the Seogwipo Fisheries Cooperatives(Seogwipo Subsan-eop Hyeopdong-johap), this festival is now in its 6th year, promising even richer sights to behold.

As you enter the port, greeted by the sea breeze, the first thing you notice is the fishy yet savory scent of the ocean. Starting with the opening ceremony commemorating the 100th anniversary at 6:00 PM on the 12th, the night of Seogwipo wakes up brilliantly. It is not just a festival to watch, but one that excites visitors with many programs where they can experience things firsthand while listening to the sound of the waves.

Highlights of the Festival to Enjoy with All Five Senses

The true charm of the festival lies in the 'taste'. Living up to the name of the Silver Hairtail Festival, the hairtail dishes tasted on-site offer the deep flavors of Jeju that fill your mouth. When the savory smell of golden-brown grilled hairtail sweeps past your nose, it is impossible for anyone to stop their steps. After filling your stomach, enjoy the pouring fireworks. The fireworks blooming brilliantly over the black night sea of Seogwipo offer an unforgettable romance.

If you want to feel the freshness of the hairtail firsthand, you should not miss the dawn auction experience. Just watching the energetic shouts of the busy fishermen and the quick hand movements of the auctioneers from up close conveys the vitality of Jeju's fishing industry. After watching the passionate performances of singers on the song festival stage, the excitement of the festival reaches its peak. You must apply for the experience programs in advance through the official festival website, so it is wise to check your schedule carefully before visiting.

Travel Tips for Enjoying Seogwipo to the Fullest

The festival venue at 18, Chilsimni-ro 72beon-gil, Seogwipo-si, is adjacent to Seogwipo Port, making it an optimal location for travel. If you feel that visiting just the festival site is not enough, why not take a walk to the nearby Jeongbang Waterfall(Jeongbang Pokpo) or Seogwipo Olle Market? Since crowds may gather during the festival, it is better to use public transportation or arrive early. In particular, while waiting for the fireworks in the evening, walking along the trail near the port allows you to fully feel the unique, quiet yet powerful atmosphere of Seogwipo.

Enjoy the lively scenery of the port during the day and the festival scene colored with twinkling lights and fireworks at night. Seogwipo in September will surely provide you with the most sparkling silver memories. A Jeju trip that shines as faintly as hairtail, that brilliant moment is waiting for you.