# South Korean regional autumn flower festivals

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/south-korean-regional-autumn-flower-festivals
> Updated: 2026-10-18T04:31:47.000Z. Sources: 10. Developments: 2.

Regional autumn flower festivals in South Korea have seen significant activity and attendance. In Jangseong County, the Hwangryong River Autumn Flower Festival was scheduled for October 8 to 11, featuring themed gardens, night-time activities like the ‘J-Light Run’, and various musical performances.

Following the conclusion of the Jangseong event, reports indicated it attracted approximately 250,000 visitors and generated 359 million won in revenue from 32 local vendors. Concurrently, other regional celebrations such as the 17th Yuseong Chrysanthemum Festival in Daejeon have also drawn crowds, utilizing displays of 130,000 chrysanthemums and cultural programs including drone shows.

Additional seasonal festivities are being hosted across various municipalities to promote local agriculture, traditional markets, and tourism. In Yesan, the Samguk Festival, featuring soup, noodles, and chrysanthemums, is scheduled for September 22 to 25 at the Yesan Permanent Market, followed by an Apple Festival at Yedang Lake on September 30 and 31. In Gyeongju, local traditional markets are launching autumn events, including a rice cake and native beef festival at Jungang Market and a spoon and chopstick themed festival at Seongdong Market.

## Claims

- The 17th Yuseong Chrysanthemum Festival is being held at Yurim Park and Yuseongcheon until November 1. (single source)
- The Yuseong Chrysanthemum Festival features 130,000 flowers and 80 different sculptures. (single source)
- The Jangseong Hwangryonggang Autumn Flower Festival attracted 250,000 visitors over a four-day period. (single source)
- The Jangseong festival generated 359 million won in total revenue through 32 local food and product stalls. (single source)

## Timeline

### 2026-10-18: South Korean regions host diverse autumn festivals

Municipalities across South Korea are hosting various autumn festivals, including chrysanthemum displays, apple festivals, and traditional market events to boost local tourism and economies.

8 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/south-korean-regional-autumn-festivals-draw-large-crowds

### 2026-10-05: Hwangryong River Autumn Flower Festival to open in Jangseong

Jangseong County will host the Hwangryong River Autumn Flower Festival from October 8-11, featuring diverse floral gardens, a zombie-themed night run, and live performances by artists like YB and Urban Zakapa.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/hwangryong-river-autumn-flower-festival-to-open-in-jangseong

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