Gangwon Science and Technology Festival to open in Chuncheon

The 11th Gangwon Science and Technology Festival is scheduled to take place from October 9 to 10 at the Chuncheon City Hall Plaza. Organized by Gangwon State and Chuncheon City, the event operates under the slogan ‘Gangwon Science and AI Festival for All.’

The festival aims to provide residents with hands-on experiences in cutting-edge technologies, including artificial intelligence (AI), robotics, virtual reality (VR), and space science. Program highlights include humanoid robot performances, science experiment shows, a youth science golden bell quiz, and a science costume contest. Approximately 30 innovation agencies, universities, and science museums will host exhibition and experience booths.

Additionally, the event will feature talk concerts with popular science YouTuber ‘Sudragon Maker’ and astronomer Shim Chae-kyung, covering topics such as the future of AI and space science. The opening ceremony on October 9 will include an awards ceremony to recognize researchers and entrepreneurs who have contributed to the regional development of science and technology in Gangwon.