Korea Craft Week 2025 to kick off May 16

South Korea's largest annual local craft festival is returning bigger than ever next month.

The Korea Craft and Design Foundation and the Culture Ministry said Thursday that the eighth annual Korea Craft Week 2025 will take place May 16-25 nationwide, with three counties and 12 provinces hosting major craft events and programs for visitors.

In its eighth edition, this year's fair will run under the theme, "Living Together, Craft Together," to connect people through craft and bring happiness to everyday life, blending creativity with togetherness.

To shed light on local craft traditions, Goseong-gun in Gangwon Province, Buan-gun in North Jeolla Province and Jinju in South Gyeongsang Province have been designated as areas to hold special programs to promote their unique craft heritage, as well as offer various craft exhibitions and programs.

In addition, 21 organizations nationwide have also been chosen to host special programs -- including activities, exhibitions, markets, experiences, tours, education and lectures -- during the 10-day event.

Schedule and reservations for the festival will soon be available on the Korea Craft Week 2025's official website and Instagram account.