Early May, 5 to 6 days

하동 야생차문화축제 (Hadong Wild Tea Cultural Festival)

Korea's oldest tea land, six days a year.

Held at the Hadong Wild Tea Healing Center, at the foot of Jirisan and near Hwagae. Korea's oldest continuously cultivated tea region hosts ceremonial tea contests, blending competitions and tea-field walks. Designated Korea's best cultural festival.

Dates and venues shift year to year. Check the event’s own site before booking travel.