Montreal Korean Festival 2026: Discover the Jeonju Edition This Weekend

Looking for something to do in Montreal this weekend? 🇰🇷

The Montreal Korean Festival – Jeonju Edition is back from August 13 to 16, 2026, bringing four days of Korean food, culture, K-pop, beauty, art and entertainment to Bassin Peel in Griffintown.

And this year, THEKSHOP will be there!

As a Montreal-based destination for Korean beauty, we're excited to once again participate in one of the city's biggest celebrations of Korean culture—and meet our community outside our stores.

Whether you're already passionate about Korea or simply curious about Korean food, skincare, music and traditions, here's what to know before visiting the festival.

What Is the Montreal Korean Festival?

The Montreal Korean Festival, also known as La Semaine Coréenne, is an annual celebration designed to introduce Montrealers to different sides of Korean culture.

For 2026, the festival is putting the spotlight on Jeonju (전주), one of South Korea's most culturally significant cities.

The four-day event will feature everything from K-pop performances and Korean food to traditional games, hanbok experiences, Korean-language activities, art and K-beauty.

Montreal Korean Festival 2026 Dates & Location

Dates: August 13–16, 2026
Location: Bassin Peel, Griffintown, Montreal
Address: 1065 Rue de la Commune Ouest, Montréal, QC
Admission: Early Bird $4 / $5 at the event

Festival hours:

• Thursday, August 13: 5 PM – 10 PM

• Friday, August 14: 5 PM – 10 PM

• Saturday, August 15: 12 PM – 10 PM

• Sunday, August 16: 12 PM – 9 PM

Why Is the 2026 Festival All About Jeonju?

If Seoul represents the fast-paced, modern side of South Korea, Jeonju offers visitors a window into Korea's traditions, food and cultural heritage.

Located in southwestern South Korea, Jeonju is particularly famous for its traditional Korean architecture and culinary culture.

Its best-known attraction is Jeonju Hanok Village, where hundreds of traditional Korean hanok buildings create one of Korea's most recognizable historic neighbourhoods.

Jeonju is also deeply associated with Korean gastronomy.

In fact, the city is widely regarded as one of Korea's great food destinations and is particularly famous as the birthplace of Jeonju bibimbap.

The 2026 Montreal festival brings some of that Jeonju identity to Quebec through food, performances, cultural experiences and hands-on activities.

What to Expect at the Montreal Korean Festival 2026

This isn't only a food festival.

The Jeonju Edition is designed as a broader immersion into Korean culture, with activities happening throughout the four days.

Visitors can expect:

• Korean food and Jeonju-inspired specialties

• K-pop performances

• Traditional Korean performances

• Korean games

• Hanbok try-on and photo opportunities

• Korean cooking classes

• Korean-language workshops

• Live Korean art experiences

• Contests and challenges

• Korean cultural and business networking

• A dedicated K-Beauty Zone

That last one is where you'll find us.

THEKSHOP at the Montreal Korean Festival: A Tradition We Look Forward to Every Year

For THEKSHOP, the Montreal Korean Festival is much more than another summer event—it has become one of our annual traditions.

We've been proud to participate in the festival year after year, joining the Montreal community as each edition celebrates a different theme and a different side of Korean culture.

Every year brings something new, but one thing stays the same: we get to step outside our stores, meet so many of you in person and celebrate our shared love for Korean culture together.

For the 2026 Jeonju Edition, we're excited to be back once again as a vendor, bringing K-beauty to the festival alongside Korean food, music, art, traditions and entertainment.

If you've visited our booth in previous years, come say hello again. And if this is your first Montreal Korean Festival, we can't wait to meet you.

After so many editions together, it wouldn't feel like summer in Montreal without it. 🇰🇷💜

Visit the THEKSHOP Booth

Stop by our booth to explore Korean skincare and beauty in person.

If you've been wondering which Korean skincare products might fit your routine, this is also a great opportunity to meet our team and talk K-beauty with us.

Whether you're looking for a new sunscreen, toner, serum, moisturizer, sheet mask or simply want to discover what's trending in Korea right now, come say annyeong! 안녕 👋

And, of course, expect some fun items to bring home.

Why K-Beauty Belongs at a Korean Cultural Festival

K-beauty has become one of the most visible parts of contemporary Korean culture around the world.

Ingredients such as centella asiatica, PDRN, rice, heartleaf and snail mucin, along with innovations like toner pads, hydrogel masks and lightweight Korean sunscreens, have helped turn Korean skincare into a global beauty phenomenon.

But K-beauty is more than a collection of viral products.

Korean skincare culture traditionally places considerable emphasis on consistent routines, hydration, sun care and supporting the skin barrier, rather than relying solely on aggressive treatments.

Visiting the K-Beauty Zone at the Montreal Korean Festival gives newcomers an opportunity to experience that culture beyond what they see on TikTok or Instagram.

New to Korean Skincare? Come Talk to Us

You don't need a 10-step skincare routine to get started with K-beauty.

If you're overwhelmed by all the Korean products you've seen online, visit the THEKSHOP booth and ask us.

Tell us your skin type and what you're looking for—whether that's hydration, brightening, soothing, barrier care, mature skin or simply building a basic Korean skincare routine.

We'll help point you in the right direction.

Already a K-Beauty Fan?

Then you probably don't need much convincing.

The festival is a perfect excuse to spend the day surrounded by Korean culture while discovering some new beauty finds along the way.

Come meet the THEKSHOP team, talk skincare with us and see what we've brought to the festival.

Korean Food Is Another Reason to Come Hungry

One of the highlights of this year's festival is its focus on Jeonju's culinary identity.

Jeonju is closely associated with some of Korea's most celebrated food traditions, making food an especially important part of the 2026 edition.

Festival organizers are highlighting Korean cuisine alongside cooking experiences and Jeonju-inspired specialties.

Our recommendation?

Come hungry.

Explore the food first, enjoy the performances, discover the cultural activities—and then come find us in the K-Beauty Zone.

More Than K-Pop: Discover Korean Culture in Montreal

The worldwide popularity of K-pop and K-dramas has introduced millions of people to South Korea.

But Korean culture extends far beyond Hallyu entertainment.

The Montreal Korean Festival is an opportunity to experience elements of Korea that aren't always visible through a screen—from traditional clothing and games to language, cuisine, visual arts and live performances.

You can try on a hanbok, participate in Korean cultural activities, learn some Korean, discover Jeonju's food traditions, watch performances and explore contemporary Korean beauty—all without leaving Montreal.

Is the Montreal Korean Festival Family-Friendly?

The range of activities makes the festival an easy outing for different ages.

Traditional games, food, performances, cultural experiences and interactive activities give families plenty to explore together.

K-pop and K-beauty fans will naturally have plenty to see, but you certainly don't need to already know Korean culture to enjoy the festival.

Do You Need to Know Korean?

Absolutely not.

The event is designed to share Korean culture with the wider Montreal community.

Whether you speak Korean fluently, know a few words from K-dramas, or your entire Korean vocabulary currently consists of annyeong and saranghae, you're welcome.

How Much Is the Montreal Korean Festival?

Admission is very accessible.

Early Bird tickets: $4
At the event: $5

Once inside, visitors can explore the festival programming, performances, cultural activities and vendor areas.

Food, products and certain experiences may have their own costs.

Where Is the Korean Festival in Montreal?

The 2026 Montreal Korean Festival takes place at Bassin Peel in Griffintown, near the Lachine Canal and Old Montreal.

Bassin Peel
1065 Rue de la Commune Ouest
Montreal, Quebec

The waterfront setting has become a popular location for Montreal's summer cultural and food festivals.

When Is the Best Time to Visit?

The festival runs for four days, so you have several opportunities to visit.

Thursday and Friday are evening-focused, while Saturday and Sunday offer longer festival days, beginning at noon.

If you're mainly interested in exploring food and vendor booths with a little more time, arriving earlier in the day can also help you get ahead of the busiest evening crowds.

Things to Do in Montreal This Weekend: Make It a Korean Culture Day

If you're searching for things to do in Montreal this weekend, especially something involving food, culture or K-pop, this is an easy one to add to your plans.

You can spend a few hours discovering Korean cuisine, watch K-pop and traditional performances, participate in cultural activities, explore Korean art and learn more about Jeonju.

And somewhere between the bibimbap and K-pop, make sure you leave room for a little skincare shopping.

See You at the Montreal Korean Festival!

We're thrilled to be participating in the Montreal Korean Festival – Jeonju Edition 2026.

THEKSHOP has been part of the festival in previous years, and getting to meet the Montreal K-beauty and Korean-culture community in person has made it an event we genuinely look forward to.

So gather your friends, bring your appetite and come spend part of your weekend in Korea—without leaving Montreal.

🇰🇷 Montreal Korean Festival – Jeonju Edition
📅 August 13–16, 2026
📍 Bassin Peel, Griffintown
💜 Find THEKSHOP in the K-Beauty Zone

See you there!

Montreal Korean Festival 2026 FAQ

When is the Montreal Korean Festival 2026?

The Montreal Korean Festival – Jeonju Edition takes place August 13–16, 2026.

Where is the Montreal Korean Festival?

The festival takes place at Bassin Peel in Griffintown, Montreal, at 1065 Rue de la Commune Ouest.

What are the Montreal Korean Festival hours?

The festival runs Thursday from 5 PM to 10 PM, Friday from 5 PM to 10 PM, Saturday from noon to 10 PM, and Sunday from noon to 9 PM.

How much does the Montreal Korean Festival cost?

Early Bird admission is listed at $4, with admission at the event at $5.

You can buy tickets online

What is the Jeonju Edition?

The 2026 festival highlights Jeonju, South Korea, a city renowned for traditional Korean culture and gastronomy.

Will there be Korean food?

Yes. Korean food is one of the main attractions, with the 2026 edition placing particular emphasis on the culinary traditions associated with Jeonju.

Will there be K-pop?

Yes. K-pop performances are included in the festival programming.

Is there K-beauty at the Montreal Korean Festival?

Yes. The 2026 festival includes a dedicated K-Beauty Zone, and THEKSHOP will be participating as a vendor.

Will THEKSHOP be at the Montreal Korean Festival?

Yes! Visit the THEKSHOP booth during the festival to discover Korean skincare and beauty products and meet our Montreal team.

Is the Korean Festival worth visiting if I'm not Korean?

Absolutely. The festival is designed for anyone interested in discovering Korean food, music, beauty, art, traditions and contemporary culture.

What should I do at the Korean Festival?

Come hungry, explore the Korean food vendors, watch the performances, try some of the traditional activities and hanbok experiences, visit the K-Beauty Zone and stop by the THEKSHOP booth to say hello.

Event details are based on information available as of August 2026 and may be subject to change. Check the festival's latest announcements before attending.