WELCOME TO ONE OF HOUSTON'S LARGEST CULTURAL EVENTS!

Over the nine years since its inception, the Korean Festival has emerged to become one of the largest events hosted at Discovery Green in downtown Houston, drawing tens of thousands of visitors to its cultural presentations and culinary experiences.

As the "Korean Wave" continues to make significant headway in the United States, the City of Houston, with its diverse and vibrant culture, is poised to become the predominant center of Korean culture in the South. New Korean and Korean-inspired eateries are thriving and expanding. Daily direct flights from Houston to Incheon have cleared the path for further growth and expansion. As you can imagine, these are very exciting times for all of us involved in the organization and promotion of the Korean Festival Houston!

OUR STORY

Koreans have been a part of Houston history for over half a century. In that time, the Korean community had long been quietly celebrating its heritage and tradition through various insular events, such as small-scale festivals and parades. However, there had yet to be a singular banner event for all of Houston to enjoy and to unite the entire Korean-American community.

In 2009, the enterprising young professionals of the Korean-American Society of Houston (KASH) organized the very first Korean Festival Houston at the Houston Community College - Spring Branch parking lot with the support of local community and business organizations. The success of that inaugural event was clear evidence of the significant demand for the Korean cultural experiences in Houston.

Bolstered by the enthusiastic support from the community, KASH made a bold decision in the very next year to move the Korean Festival to its current home at Discovery Green.

Following years of extraordinary growth, the Korean Festival Houston celebrates its ninth year. It now serves over 35,000 visitors during its single-day run and partners with dozens of both global and local sponsors to bring a truly exhilarating and spectacular experience to the heart of Houston.

OUR PURPOSE

To Raise Cultural Awareness by sharing the joys and delights of Korean culture with fellow Houstonians.

To Promote Community Growth by encouraging community involvement and fostering leadership development for the next generation of our youth.

To Bridge the Korean Community and the Houston Community at-large by collaborating with local businesses, community organizations, and individuals that plays an integral role in the Houston community.

ARE YOU READY?

Preparations for Korean Festival Houston 2017 are underway. The festival will be held Saturday, October 21st, 2017.

If you are interested in joining our dynamic group and really making an impact on Houston’s cultural scene, please contact us for more information. There will be many Korean food vendors, interactive games and art, live entertainment, and more! 

Stay tuned for more details!

WHEN
10:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Saturday, October 21, 2017

WHERE
Discovery Green - Downtown Houston

WHAT
Food & Merchandise
Interactive Games & Arts
Live Entertainment