Eunpyeong-gu Hosts Social Economy and Local Food Market 'Eunpyeong Kkotpineun Jangnal' to Protect People and the Planet

Marketplace Created Together by Social Economy Enterprises, Youth Startup Stores, and Small Business Owners in Local Economic Communities
Offering Social Economy Enterprise Products, Local Food, and Children's Experience Programs
Promoting Community-Centered Value Consumption and Local Donation Culture Expansion

Eunpyeong-gu (Mayor Kim Mi-kyung) announced on the 25th that it will hold the ‘2024 Eunpyeong Flower Blooming Market Day’ at the Lotte Mall Eunpyeong Plaza.

The ‘Eunpyeong Flower Blooming Market Day’ will feature products from social economy enterprises, local food, and children’s experience programs. It is promoted to enhance the image of social economy enterprises and revitalize the local commercial district. Eunpyeong youth startup stores and small business owners will also participate to emphasize the importance of value consumption centered on the local community.

The event will be held from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Lotte Mall plaza. ▲Fair trade products from social economy enterprises ▲Eco-friendly food ▲Desserts from youth startup stores ▲Craft products will be available. There will also be various attractions and entertainment, including children’s programs and performances by local cultural artists.

In particular, starting this year’s ‘Flower Blooming Market Day,’ participants will be encouraged to voluntarily donate a portion of their earnings to promote a culture of giving in the community.

Kim Mi-kyung, Mayor of Eunpyeong-gu, said, “The Eunpyeong Flower Blooming Market Day is a direct transaction market where social economy enterprises and residents of Eunpyeong meet face-to-face. We ask for your great interest and participation.” She added, “Through this event, we will naturally promote and develop social values of living together in the community.”