The Flower Festival 2026 was held in Pyongyang from April 13 to 27 to mark the 114th birth anniversary of President Kim Il Sung (1912-1994), the founder of the DPRK. Organized under the theme “More Beautiful, More Fragrant” the festival brought together flower research and production units, universities, public institutions, enterprises, organizations, flower enthusiasts, and honorary members of the Korean Flower Association from across the country.
More than 200 organizations and individuals presented a wide range of flowers, ornamental plants and plant sculptures. Among the exhibits that attracted particular attention was a display by the Taedonggang District Floricultural Station featuring more than 1 000 flowers representing the DPRK flag. Contributions also came from provinces including South and North Phyongan, North Hwanghae, Kangwon, and Ryanggang, as well as from the municipalities of Nampho and Rason. Amateur flower growers displayed beautiful flowers and various kinds of flower decorations cultivated at their homes.
The festival also included diverse technical exchanges, experience-sharing meetings and various service activities. The event opened and closed with ceremonies attended by officials, participants, and residents of Pyongyang. At the closing ceremony, awards and diplomas were presented to units and participants that received high evaluations from the festival jury. These included Pyongyang Municipality, North Hwanghae Province, Jagang Province, Kangwon Province, South Phyongan Province, North Phyongan Province, the Central Botanical Garden and the Central Committee of the Socialist Patriotic Youth League.
