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SUMMARY:FISHING KOREA 2026 (2026 생활낚시박람회)
DESCRIPTION:FISHING KOREA 2026\, officially titled the 2026 생활낚시박람회 (FISHING KOREA 2026)\, is a consumer‑oriented fishing and outdoor leisure exhibition held over three days at KINTEX 2nd Exhibition Hall in Gyeonggi Province\, South Korea. Organized by Seoulmesse Co.\, Ltd.\, the show targets the broad lifestyle fishing market—from shore and freshwater anglers to lure and camping‑focused visitors—and showcases gear\, tackle\, boats\, travel\, and related services alongside special zones and concurrent events. The 2026 edition is scheduled for August 21–23\, 2026\, with daily opening hours from 10:00 to 17:00 and last entry at 16:30. According to the official exhibition outline\, the planned scale is about 150 exhibiting companies across 500 booths\, indicating a mid‑sized national show with strong industry participation. The event is positioned not only as a buying and discovery platform for consumers but also as a networking and promotional hub for brands\, distributors\, and regional fishing tourism programs\, backed by organized participation procedures and early‑bird incentives for exhibitors. A core feature in 2026 is the simultaneously held “The 8th LURE Fishing Korea” event\, which concentrates on lure fishing gear\, techniques\, and communities\, giving lure brands and specialized retailers additional visibility and enthusiasts a focused program. The show floor also includes special themed zones such as a “Korea Fishing Travel Special Pavilion” and “2026 Camp‑Fishing‑Food Week\,” which highlight domestic fishing destinations\, camping‑linked angling experiences\, and food concepts tied to outdoor recreation. For general visitors\, this creates a festival‑like environment that goes beyond product displays\, integrating travel information\, live demos\, and practical guidance on planning fishing‑centered trips in Korea. Admission pricing is clearly structured: adults and students 8–19 years are charged 8\,000 KRW\, while seniors (65+)\, national merit honorees\, and persons with disabilities can enter free with proof\; pre‑school children accompanied by parents and holders of invitations or online pre‑registration enjoy free entry\, reinforcing accessibility for families and key target groups. From an industry standpoint\, FISHING KOREA 2026 is significant because it concentrates diverse segments of the Korean fishing market in one venue—equipment manufacturers\, importers\, tackle shops\, charter and tour operators\, content creators\, and service providers—creating an efficient marketplace for launching new products and gathering user feedback. Exhibit application procedures and payment milestones published by the organizer (including discounted rates for repeat exhibitors and early contract signing until May 6\, 2026) demonstrate a structured approach to sustaining exhibitor loyalty and ensuring a full show floor by mid‑year. For regions and tourism bodies\, the travel‑focused special pavilion offers a channel to promote lesser‑known fishing spots and integrated camping/fishing itineraries\, aligning with broader trends in domestic leisure and short‑haul travel. Consumers benefit by being able to compare brands on site\, attend seminars or demos (as indicated in the broader brochure and materials)\, and access promotions that are often exclusive to the show. As a result\, FISHING KOREA 2026 matters both as a barometer of the Korean recreational fishing market and as a practical engine for connecting enthusiasts\, businesses\, and destination marketing under one roof.
LOCATION:KINTEX 2nd Exhibition Hall (KINTEX 제2전시장)\, KINTEX 2nd Exhibition Hall\, 217-60\, Kintex-ro\, Ilsanseo-gu\, Goyang-si\, Gyeonggi-do\, South Korea\, Goyang (KINTEX\, Gyeonggi Province)\, South Korea
URL:https://exhibitionsvoice.com/event/fishing-korea-2026
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