A free, family-friendly Korean culture festival is happening this Saturday in Honolulu, marking the state's official Kimchi Day.

The Kimchi Festival Hawaiʻi runs from 10am to 7pm at Makiki District Park, hosted by the United Korean Association of Hawaiʻi.

Visitors can expect Korean food like kimchi pancakes, japchae, bulgogi plates, and a range of kimchi varieties, plus K-pop music and entertainment.

The event is free to attend with free parking on-site, and there's a kids zone with traditional Korean games, giveaways, and free shave ice through a partnership with the city parks department. A local church group is also selling Korean-fusion food as a fundraiser.

Hawaiʻi designates November 22nd as Kimchi Day each year, recognizing the long history of Korean immigration and its cultural contribution to the islands.

Outlook: The festival runs as a one-day event this Saturday; organizers expect strong family turnout given free admission and parking.