Gimcheon City to Host Gimcheon Gimbap Festival Character "Kkodari" Souvenir Contest

See You at the 2026 Gimcheon Gimbap Festival!

Gimcheon City, North Gyeongsang Province, announced that it will host the "2026 Gimcheon Gimbap Festival Character Kkodari Souvenir Contest" to promote the activation of the festival's character "Kkodari" and to discover creative souvenirs.

"2026 Gimcheon Gimbap Festival Character Kodali Souvenir Contest" Poster / Provided by Gimcheon City

The contest period runs from March 12 to May 15, and any Korean national with the capability to produce and supply souvenirs is eligible to participate. The theme is "souvenirs utilizing the Gimcheon Gimbap Festival character Kkodari," and entries can be submitted in six categories: stationery and office supplies; daily necessities; fashion accessories; digital and home appliances; design items; and toys and hobby products.

Gimcheon City will select a total of six winning entries through a judging process consisting of expert evaluation (80%) and public evaluation (20%). Winners will receive certificates along with prize money totaling 10 million won, including 3 million won for the Grand Prize. The winning works will be used as official souvenirs for the 2026 Gimcheon Gimbap Festival and will also be sold at Gimcheon City’s official souvenir shops and consignment stores in the future.

Park Mijeong, Head of the Tourism Policy Division, stated, "We expect that by showcasing distinctive souvenirs with high collectible value through this contest, the IP sustainability of the Gimcheon Gimbap Festival character Kkodari will be further strengthened."

Meanwhile, contest entries can be submitted in person or by mail from May 13 to May 15 over a three-day period. Further details are available on the Gimcheon City Hall website.

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