Upcoming events in Korea

Dongnaeeupseong History Festival
Busan| Oct 16 – Oct 18

Dongnaeeupseong History Festival

The Dongnaeeupseong History Festival offers an immersive experience of the history and culture of Dongnaeeupseong Walled Town, where the Battle of Dongnaeseong Fortress took place against the Japanese army during the Imjin War in 1592.

Geumcheon Harmony Festival
Seoul| Oct 17 – Oct 18

Geumcheon Harmony Festival

The Geumcheon Harmony Festival is Geumcheon-gu's representative festival, held annually for over 20 years since its inception in 2003.

Seoul Silver Grass Festival
Seoul| Oct 17 – Oct 23

Seoul Silver Grass Festival

Seoul Silver Grass Festival takes place at Haneul Park. Originally a garbage dump, the land was reformed and transformed into the vibrant, healthy ecosystem it has today in large part thanks to the planting of silver grass.

Yangjae Art Salon
Seoul| Oct 2 – Oct 25

Yangjae Art Salon

This is a multi-cultural festival where visitors can fully enjoy the changing seasons and arts against the backdrop of the nature of Yangjaecheon.

D.FESTA Small Theater Festival
Seoul| Oct 7 – Oct 25

D.FESTA Small Theater Festival

The D.FESTA Small Theater Festival has strived to lead the way toward a better performing arts culture by keeping pace with changes in the domestic production environment and the direction of the performance market.

Hangang River Festival
Seoul| Oct 17 – Oct 25

Hangang River Festival

The Hangang River Festival offers a range of activities that appeal to both children and adults. Perfect for walking, running, or relaxing, the Hangang River area is filled with healthy laughter, delicious delights, and sparkling romance.

Seogwipo Chilsimni Festival
Jeju| Oct 23 – Oct 25

Seogwipo Chilsimni Festival

The Seogwipo Chilseongri Festival is Seogwipo's representative festival, bringing together local culture, arts, and citizen participation programs to be enjoyed against the backdrop of the city's historic downtown and the sea.

Gwangju Kimchi Festival
Gwangju| Oct 23 – Oct 25

Gwangju Kimchi Festival

The Gwangju Kimchi Festival is Korea’s representative kimchi festival, offering a variety of kimchi products for purchase and the chance to taste various kimchi dishes.

Seoul Petlympics
Seoul| Oct 24 – Oct 25

Seoul Petlympics

The Seoul Petlympics is an urban dog sports festival where citizens and their dogs can run, walk, and take on challenges together to create special memories.

Last updated October 7, 2026

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