The 14th Gwangju Handmade Fair is an event designed to showcase the beauty and creativity of handmade crafts that are not easily accessible to the public. It provides a platform for interaction between consumers and artisans, promoting the excellence of handcrafted works from Gwangju and beyond.
Event Title The 14th Gwangju Handmade Fair
Event Period 2025.08.22 (Fri) ~ 08.24 (Sun) / 3 days
Host/ Organization Gwangju Metropolitan City · Gwangju Institute of Design Promotion
Scale Total 283 booths (based on 3m × 3m units)
Exhibition Categories Leather, metal, ceramics, wood & lacquer, textiles, paper, and other handmade crafts
Main Programs Opening ceremony, special exhibitions, sales booths, hands-on craft experiences, and various events
Venue Kim Dae-jung Convention Center (Halls A & B)
Permanent Exhibitions Exhibition Hall for Fine handicrafts, Premium Crafts Hall, Gwangju District Promotion Booths, General Workshop Zone, GIDP Program Booths, University Booths, and Special Exhibition Areas
Schedule Details Aug 22 (Fri): 09:30–18:00 (Exhibitor entry 08:00~ / Exit by 18:30) Aug 23 (Sat): 09:30–18:00 (Exhibitor entry 08:00~ / Exit by 18:30) Aug 24 (Sun): 09:30–17:30 (Exhibitor entry 08:00~ / Exit by 19:30)
| GIDP | Contacts | Phone | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Choi Se-jin | +82 62-311-5031 | handmade@gdc.or.kr | |
| Noh Young-woo | +82 62-611-5034 |
