Festivals in Seoul in October 2026
As of Oct 17 · 19 events
In October, Seoul has 19 festivals, and 18 of them are free to enter. The biggest category is “Local” (10).
This includes festivals already running and ones starting later in the month. Events that run for more than a month are left out.
The list is updated every day. Dates and venues can change, so check each event’s official website before you go.
Yangjae Art Salon (양재아트살롱)
This is a multi-cultural festival where visitors can fully enjoy the changing seasons and arts against the backdrop of the nature of Yangja…
Yangjae Library by the Stream: Picture Book Journey (양재천을 품은 양재도서관 「물길 따라 그림책 여행」)
An outdoor reading festival along Yangjaecheon Stream, held every Saturday and Sunday from October 10 to November 8, 2026 (10 sessions).
Jeongdong Culture Festival (정동문화축제)
Jeongdong Culture Festival brings an autumn ambience to Jeongdong-gil in Jung-gu, Seoul.
Gangdong Prehistoric Culture Festival (강동선사문화축제)
Now in its 31st edition, the Gangdong Prehistoric Culture Festival brings Korea's prehistoric past to life in Amsa-dong, Gangdong-gu, Seoul.
Gwanak Gang Gam-chan Festival (관악강감찬축제)
The Gwanak Gang Gam-chan Festival is Seoul's representative historical and cultural festival, held in Gwanak, a city steeped in history, to…
Garak Oktoberfest (가락 옥토버페스트)
As the cool autumn breeze arrives, Garak Market’s signature autumn festival, the 3rd Garak Oktoberfest, opens at Garak Mall with good food,…
Nowon Moonlight Walk (노원달빛산책)
A night-time public art festival along Danghyeoncheon, an eco-friendly stream in Nowon.
Dongdaemun-gu TEN FESTA (동대문구 청소년 페스티벌)
The Dongdaemun-gu TEN FESTA will be held at the open plaza in Baebongsan Mountain Neighborhood Park.
Guro Youth Festival (구로청소년축제)
The 11th Guro Youth Festival takes place on Saturday, October 17, 2026, at the Woosin High School sports ground.
Yeongdeungpo Future Talent Science Festival (영등포구 미래인재 과학축제)
A science festival for children, teens and families on October 17, 2026, at Yeongdeungpo Park in Seoul.
Geumcheon Harmony Festival (금천하모니축제)
The Geumcheon Harmony Festival is Geumcheon-gu's representative festival, held annually for over 20 years since its inception in 2003.
Nowon Book Festival (노원 북 페스티벌)
Nowon’s open-air library event, themed “In the AI era, it’s still about people,” brings books and cultural programs outdoors.
Seoul Animal Happiness Festa (동물행복페스타)
Held to mark Seoul Animal Protection Day, this participatory festival celebrates people and animals living together.
Seoul Silver Grass Festival (서울억새축제)
Seoul Silver Grass Festival takes place at Haneul Park.
Hangang River Festival (한강페스티벌)
The Hangang River Festival offers a range of activities that appeal to both children and adults.
Hanseong Baekje Cultural Festival (한성백제문화제)
Songpa’s signature arts festival, the 26th Hanseong Baekje Cultural Festival, runs October 23–25, 2026, at Olympic Park’s 88 Lawn.
Dogok Metasequoia Road Festa (도곡 메타세쿼이아 로드 페스타)
Season 3 of this street festival along the metasequoia-lined Yangjaecheon-ro features a market street with about 30 local vendors, a music …
Yeongdeungpo Seonyudo Garden Festival (영등포선유도원축제)
Seonyudo Park is Korea’s first ecological park built on an old water treatment plant.
Yangcheon Family Street Festival (양천가족 거리축제)
A street festival for families and neighbors on a 900 m stretch of road near Sinjeong Negeori Station.
See this month’s festivals in other regions below.