# Autumn festivals in South Korea

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/autumn-festivals-in-south-korea
> Updated: 2026-10-06T00:03:31.000Z. Sources: 4. Developments: 2.

South Korea is hosting various autumn festivals throughout October, featuring cultural, culinary, and recreational programs in several regions.

In Naju, the Yeongsan River Festival includes an expanded flower garden, historical musical performances like ‘Queen Janghwa’, and community parades. To manage expected crowds, Naju City has increased shuttle bus services and expanded food facilities.

In Seoul, the Hangang Festival Autumn edition features activities such as the ‘Hangang Forest Adventure’, K-street food competitions, and musical performances including the Seoraeseom Picnic Concert. Additionally, the Gangseo-gu district is hosting a relay of night markets and food festivals across six traditional markets to revitalize local economies. The area is also hosting the 24th Heo Jun Festival, which blends traditional Korean medicine with modern wellness through activities like the ‘Heo Jun Run’ and medical consultations.

## Timeline

### 2026-10-06: Gangseo-gu hosts autumn festivals and traditional market events

Seoul's Gangseo-gu district is hosting various autumn festivals in October, including a relay of night markets across six traditional markets and the 24th Heo Jun Festival in Magok.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/gangseo-gu-hosts-autumn-festivals-and-traditional-market-events

### 2026-10-04: South Korea hosts diverse autumn festivals in Naju and Seoul

South Korea hosts diverse autumn festivals in October, including the expanded Naju Yeongsan River Festival and Seoul's Hangang Festival featuring food, music, and outdoor activities.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/south-korea-hosts-diverse-autumn-festivals-in-naju-and-seoul

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