Gwangju Design Biennale (광주디자인비엔날레)

Explanation

The Gwangju Design Biennale is the world’s first design biennale and currently Asia’s only design biennale. With exhibitions centered on the concept of design, the biennale combines the industrial aspect of design with cultural elements.

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Event Start Date : 2025년 08월 30일

Event end date : 2025년 11월 02일

Venue : Gwangju Biennale Exhibition Hall

Show time : 10:00-18:00(Last admission 17:00) / Closed on Mondays
It will operate as usual on September 1 and October 6, 2025

Organizer info : Gwangju

Contact the organizer : +82-62-531-7783

Sponsor Information : Gwangju Institution of Design Promotion

Charges (Hours) : [On-site Admission] Adults 16,000 won / [Advance Reservation] Adults 13,000 won
Refer to the official website for information on discounted tickets

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Introduction
The Gwangju Design Biennale is the world’s first design biennale and currently Asia’s only design biennale. With exhibitions centered on the concept of design, the biennale combines the industrial aspect of design with cultural elements.

Programs
Exhibitions, international conference, hands-on experience programs, etc.

Location

111 Biennale-ro, Buk-gu, Gwangju

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