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Korean Festivals in November 2026

Festivals happening around Korea, month by month, with dates, where to go and 5 Korean phrases for each, with audio and a quick quiz.

29 festivals in November: 10 starting this month · 19 already running

Starting in November10

  • Gyeongbuk Apple Promotion Fair (2026 경북사과홍보행사)
    Data: Korea Tourism Organization (한국관광공사)
    Seoul · Seoul PlazaNov 2 – 4, 2026

    Gyeongbuk Apple Promotion Fair

    2026 경북사과홍보행사

    Apples from 14 growing areas in Gyeongsangbuk-do come to Seoul Plaza with a fairy-tale royal garden theme: a hall of apple varieties, regional sales booths, tastings, a royal apple auction show, busking and photo zones.

    10:00–17:00. Free.

  • Whole-Family Book Festival (Jeongdok Library) (온 가족 책 잔치)
    Data: Korea Tourism Organization (한국관광공사)
    Seoul · Jeongdok Library garden, BukchonSat, Nov 7, 2026

    Whole-Family Book Festival (Jeongdok Library)

    온 가족 책 잔치

    Every autumn since 2013, the Seoul Metropolitan Office of Education has held its reading festival in the garden of Jeongdok Library in Bukchon. Libraries, local bookshops and school reading clubs run book crafts and eco and traditional-culture activities, with a library concert and a book swap market.

    Free. Saturday, Nov 7, 11:00–17:00.

  • MATERIALISM – BIG (Bjarke Ingels Group) Exhibition (MATERIALISM｜비야케 잉겔스 그룹 기획 전시)
    Data: Korea Tourism Organization (한국관광공사)
    Seoul · Seoul Hall of Urbanism & ArchitectureNov 7, 2026 – Feb 28, 2027

    MATERIALISM – BIG (Bjarke Ingels Group) Exhibition

    MATERIALISM｜비야케 잉겔스 그룹 기획 전시

    The first exhibition in Korea by the architecture group BIG, founded by Bjarke Ingels. Displays and models are built around 10 building materials such as stone, earth, concrete, metal and wood, showing how BIG thinks about the past, present and future of city buildings.

    10:00–18:00. Free.

  • Yeongju Apple Festival in Seoul (영주 사과축제 (서울 청계광장))
    Data: Korea Tourism Organization (한국관광공사)
    Seoul · Cheonggye PlazaNov 13 – 15, 2026

    Yeongju Apple Festival in Seoul

    영주 사과축제 (서울 청계광장)

    Yeongju, home of Buseoksa Temple, brings its crisp, sweet apples to downtown Seoul: an apple market with tastings, a display of apple varieties, hanbok try-on, small crafts and an apple-rolling game.

    10:00–19:00. Free (some activities paid). The festival in Yeongju itself ran Oct 30–Nov 1.

  • Korea Traditional Liquor Festival (K-Sool Grand Festival) (2026 대한민국 우리술 대축제)
    Data: Korea Tourism Organization (한국관광공사)
    Seoul · aT Center, YangjaeNov 13 – 15, 2026

    Korea Traditional Liquor Festival (K-Sool Grand Festival)

    2026 대한민국 우리술 대축제

    Korea's biggest traditional liquor festival: taste, try and buy traditional drinks from all over the country, with stage shows like cocktail and food pairing shows, makgeolli brewing classes, hangwa (traditional sweets) making and food trucks.

    13:00–20:00 (last day to 19:00). Admission 15,000 won.

  • QUAD Theater: "Hwayeom" (Flames) (쿼드, 연극의 질문들: 〈화염〉)
    Data: Korea Tourism Organization (한국관광공사)
    Seoul · Daehangno Theater QUADNov 14 – Dec 6, 2026

    QUAD Theater: "Hwayeom" (Flames)

    쿼드, 연극의 질문들: 〈화염〉

    The next play in Daehangno Theater QUAD's 2026 series. Twins Jeanne and Simon are thrown by the will of their mother, Nawal, who stayed silent for her last five years: they must find the father they thought was dead and a brother they never knew, and give each a letter. Following her past through a history of war and massacre, they reach a shocking truth about her silence.

    Weekdays 19:30, weekends 15:00 (Saturday, Nov 14 at 18:00); no shows on Mondays. All seats 50,000 won; ages 16 and up.

  • 20th-Century Masters of Photography: Light Stops Time (20세기 사진 거장전 - 빛, 시간을 멈추다)
    Data: Korea Tourism Organization (한국관광공사)
    Seoul · Art Chosun Space, Jung-guNov 20, 2026 – Mar 28, 2027

    20th-Century Masters of Photography: Light Stops Time

    20세기 사진 거장전 - 빛, 시간을 멈추다

    About 80 works by 17 photographers who shaped modern photography, including Henri Cartier-Bresson, Tina Modotti and William Klein, chosen from the collection of Gallery Lumiere. The show is about the weight of physical prints, made in silver and platinum in the darkroom, in an age of endless digital images.

    10:00–18:00 (last entry 17:30). Adults 12,000 won; children, youth and seniors 9,000 won; young children free.

  • The Souvenir Fair (대한민국 관광기념품 박람회)
    Data: Korea Tourism Organization (한국관광공사)
    Seoul · DDP (Dongdaemun Design Plaza)Nov 20 – 22, 2026

    The Souvenir Fair

    대한민국 관광기념품 박람회

    A three-day fair of Korean souvenirs, from traditional crafts to trendy goods, with companies and local governments from around the country. Walk the exhibition halls, shop for gifts, see the prize-winning works from the national souvenir competition and a zone of the best local souvenirs, plus a special display of souvenirs from abroad.

    Art Hall 1 and 2, DDP. 10:00–19:00 (last day until 18:00); last entry 30 minutes before closing. Free admission.

  • Board Game Festa (Season 2) (보드게임페스타(시즌2))
    Data: Korea Tourism Organization (한국관광공사)
    Seoul · SETEC Halls 1–2, Gangnam-guNov 21 – 22, 2026

    Board Game Festa (Season 2)

    보드게임페스타(시즌2)

    A board game fair run by the Korea Board Game Industry Association (held as the Seoul Board Game Festa from 2015). Play new and upcoming games, try designers' new games, enter tournaments and buy games at a discount.

    Day 1 10:00–18:00, day 2 10:00–17:00. 5,000 won (4,500 won in advance).

  • Seoul Design Festival (서울디자인페스티벌)
    Data: Korea Tourism Organization (한국관광공사)
    Seoul · COEX Hall A (1F)Nov 26 – 29, 2026

    Seoul Design Festival

    서울디자인페스티벌

    The 25th Seoul Design Festival, a four-day design show at COEX in Gangnam, Seoul.

    Tickets ₩15,000 on site (early-bird ₩12,000 until Nov 22). Nov 26–28 10:30–18:30, Nov 29 10:30–17:00; last entry one hour before closing. Entry by QR code.

Already running, still on in November19

  • The Painters: Live Drawing Show (페인터즈)
    Data: Korea Tourism Organization (한국관광공사)
    Seoul · Jeong-dong (Painters Gwanghwamun theater)Nov 1, 2022 – Dec 31, 2026

    The Painters: Live Drawing Show

    페인터즈

    A non-verbal show that talks to the audience through dance, acting and art. The performers make pictures live on stage, with projection mapping on top: carving with light, action painting on four canvases, dust drawing, speed drawing, marbling on water and glow-in-the-dark drawing.

    Shows at 14:00, 17:00 and 20:00 (the schedule can change). Seats 50,000–70,000 won. All ages.

  • Jinyeon: Royal Banquet Gugak Show (국악공연 진연)
    Data: Korea Tourism Organization (한국관광공사)
    Seoul · InsadongJan 1 – Dec 31, 2026

    Jinyeon: Royal Banquet Gugak Show

    국악공연 진연

    A one-hour show of Korean traditional instruments in a small hanok-style theater in Insadong, inspired by the music of royal banquets. The players move from court and folk pieces to arrangements of modern and world music, and you sit close enough to see every string.

    Shows at 11:00, 14:00 and 16:00, none on public holidays. Tickets 65,000 won.

  • Namsan Beacon Fire Ceremony and Traditional Culture Events (남산봉수의식 등 전통문화행사)
    Data: Korea Tourism Organization (한국관광공사)
    Seoul · Namsan Beacon Mound and BosingakJan 1 – Dec 31, 2026

    Namsan Beacon Fire Ceremony and Traditional Culture Events

    남산봉수의식 등 전통문화행사

    Seoul re-creates a Joseon-era way of sending news: the beacon fire ceremony at the Namsan Bongsudae, where fire signals from beacon towers all over the country ended up, with a guide explaining the history. At Bosingak you can join the daily noon bell ringing, and there are samul nori and traditional martial arts shows at the Palgakjeong plaza by N Seoul Tower, plus one-day beacon-keeper experiences.

    Free. Events run 11:00–15:40.

  • Royal Guard Changing Ceremony at Deoksugung (서울 왕궁수문장 교대의식)
    Data: Korea Tourism Organization (한국관광공사)
    Seoul · Daehanmun Gate, Deoksugung PalaceJan 1 – Dec 31, 2026

    Royal Guard Changing Ceremony at Deoksugung

    서울 왕궁수문장 교대의식

    Seoul's best-known traditional re-enactment: the changing of the guards who kept the palace gates in the Joseon era, built from historical records and staged in front of Daehanmun, the main gate of Deoksugung. You can also beat the drum that opens the ceremony, play a gate guard in full uniform (book ahead) or take photos in Joseon-era clothes.

    Free. 11:00 and 14:00, every day except Monday.

  • Sungnyemun Gate Guard Ceremony (숭례문 파수의식)
    Data: Korea Tourism Organization (한국관광공사)
    Seoul · Sungnyemun PlazaJan 1 – Dec 31, 2026

    Sungnyemun Gate Guard Ceremony

    숭례문 파수의식

    Pasu was the Joseon-era duty of guarding the gates of the capital. At Sungnyemun (Namdaemun), guards in Joseon uniforms open the gate to the sound of a conch shell and horns, change the watch through the day, march on patrol and close the gate again at the end.

    Free. 10:00–15:40, every day except Monday.

  • DDP Architecture Tour (DDP 건축투어)
    Data: Korea Tourism Organization (한국관광공사)
    Seoul · Dongdaemun Design Plaza (DDP)Jan 1 – Dec 31, 2026

    DDP Architecture Tour

    DDP 건축투어

    A 60-minute guided walk around Dongdaemun Design Plaza, the building designed by Zaha Hadid, and the history of the Dongdaemun area around it: the Seoul city wall, the restored Joseon-era water gate of Cheonggyecheon and the lighting towers of the old Dongdaemun Stadium.

    Tuesday–Sunday (closed Mondays and on New Year's Day, Seollal and Chuseok). One tour a day is in English; check times on the DDP site. Adults 10,000 won. Ages 13 and up (under 13 with a guardian).

  • Culture Day Youth Mic (Seoul region & Gangwon) (문화가 있는 날 청춘마이크 (수도·강원권))
    Data: Korea Tourism Organization (한국관광공사)
    Seoul, Incheon, Gyeonggi-do and Gangwon-do · plazas and parksApr 1 – Nov 29, 2026

    Culture Day Youth Mic (Seoul region & Gangwon)

    문화가 있는 날 청춘마이크 (수도·강원권)

    From April to November, 40 young and senior performing groups bring street shows to the capital region and Gangwon: bands, circus, dance, gugak, vocals, popera and more, at places such as Sinchon Star Plaza, Seoul Forest and Jayu Park in Incheon.

    Free. 15:00–19:30; places change, so check the official Instagram.

  • International Seon Meditation Summit & Festival (국제선명상대회)
    Data: Korea Tourism Organization (한국관광공사)
    Seoul · Bongeunsa Temple, GangnamApr 3 – Nov 12, 2026

    International Seon Meditation Summit & Festival

    국제선명상대회

    Run by the Jogye Order of Korean Buddhism for the nation's mental health, now in its third year with the theme "Seon meditation in the AI era". Alongside forums and an international conference on Nov 12 (the closing day), the meditation festival lets you try walking, eating and sound meditation at meditation centers and temples around the country.

    Free. Events at Bongeunsa 10:00–18:00.

  • Han River History Walks (한강역사탐방)
    Data: Korea Tourism Organization (한국관광공사)
    Seoul · Hangang Parks and nearby heritage sitesApr 20 – Nov 15, 2026

    Han River History Walks

    한강역사탐방

    Free guided walks along the Han River with a Hangang guide, run by the Seoul Future Hangang Headquarters. There are 16 routes, each with its own theme, such as Pungnap Fortress and the old Gwangnaru ferry crossing, or the Samjeondo Stele and Seokchon Lake in Songpa.

    Free. Two walks a day, 10:00–12:00 and 14:00–16:00. Routes on the official site.

  • Seoul Street Performances "Guseok Guseok Live" (서울거리공연 구석구석라이브)
    Data: Korea Tourism Organization (한국관광공사)
    Seoul · plazas and landmarks across the cityMay 1 – Dec 31, 2026

    Seoul Street Performances "Guseok Guseok Live"

    서울거리공연 구석구석라이브

    150 acts chosen through an open call play free street shows in central Seoul and at city landmarks, until the end of November.

    Free. Times and places change by show; check the official site or Instagram.

  • Seoul Plaza Culture Stage (문화가 흐르는 서울광장)
    Data: Korea Tourism Organization (한국관광공사)
    Seoul · Seoul Plaza outdoor stageMay 6 – Dec 31, 2026

    Seoul Plaza Culture Stage

    문화가 흐르는 서울광장

    Free evening shows on the outdoor stage at Seoul Plaza, in front of City Hall, from May to December, with a new line-up every month: pop, hip-hop, jazz, bands, classical music, magic and more.

    Free. 18:00–19:30. Program and performers on the official site.

  • Palsaek Chanran: Regions Full of K (팔색찬란)
    Data: Korea Tourism Organization (한국관광공사)
    Seoul · Cheong Wa Dae Sarangchae, 1st floorJun 4 – Dec 31, 2026

    Palsaek Chanran: Regions Full of K

    팔색찬란

    A special exhibition by the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism that asks where the "K" in K-culture comes from. Regional content and media art show how Korea's history, arts and local heritage grew into today's K-content. There is also a short performance every Wednesday at 12:10.

    Free. 09:00–18:00, closed Tuesdays.

  • Yangjae Outdoor Library: Picture Books Along the Stream (양재천을 품은 양재도서관 「물길 따라 그림책 여행」)
    Data: Korea Tourism Organization (한국관광공사)
    Seoul · Yangjae Library and Yangjaecheon Stream, Seocho-guOct 10 – Nov 8, 2026

    Yangjae Outdoor Library: Picture Books Along the Stream

    양재천을 품은 양재도서관 「물길 따라 그림책 여행」

    An outdoor reading festival by Yangjaecheon Stream on weekends from Oct 10 to Nov 8 (10 days in all). Read freely in the little forest and on the lawn, browse picture books on five themes (relationships, feelings, dreams and growing up, healing, nature), and join author talks, crafts, small concerts and family activities.

    Free. Weekends; KTO lists 11:00–17:00.

  • Nowon Moonlight Walk (노원달빛산책)
    Data: Korea Tourism Organization (한국관광공사)
    Seoul · Danghyeoncheon Stream, Nowon-guOct 16 – Nov 8, 2026

    Nowon Moonlight Walk

    노원달빛산책

    A night public-art festival along Danghyeoncheon, an eco-friendly stream in Nowon. Lantern and light sculptures line the water, some made by artists together with local residents, and resident docents explain the works. It began in 2014 as the spring Nowon Lantern Festival and moved to autumn in 2020 under its new name. Performances on weekends.

    Free. 17:30–22:00.

  • Collection: Scenes of the Times (Arko Art Center) (《소장품, 시대의 장면들》)
    Data: Korea Tourism Organization (한국관광공사)
    Seoul · Arko Art Center, DaehangnoOct 16 – Dec 6, 2026

    Collection: Scenes of the Times (Arko Art Center)

    《소장품, 시대의 장면들》

    Arko Art Center shows 70 works from its collection by 60 artists who exhibited there from the 1970s to the 2000s, tracing the main currents of Korean contemporary art. Archive material on the artists and the center's exhibition history sits beside the works, with new research made for this show.

    Free. 11:00–19:00.

  • Sium Sium Morning (쉬엄쉬엄모닝)
    Data: Korea Tourism Organization (한국관광공사)
    Seoul · Hangang bridges (Gwangjingyo, Jamsildaegyo)Oct 18 – Nov 22, 2026

    Sium Sium Morning

    쉬엄쉬엄모닝

    "Sium sium" means taking it easy. On weekend mornings Seoul opens a route across Hangang bridges and park paths where you walk, run or cycle at your own pace, with no times or rankings. Strollers and dogs are welcome, and there are group exercise classes and a quick fitness check on site.

    07:00–09:00 on event days (Sundays). Free, first come, first served, no registration. Check the official site for each day's place and course.

  • Namsan Night Trekking "Sparkling Namsan Night Road" (남산 야간 트래킹 「반짝반짝 남산밤길」)
    Data: Korea Tourism Organization (한국관광공사)
    Seoul · Namsangol Hanok Village to N Seoul TowerOct 21 – Nov 21, 2026

    Namsan Night Trekking "Sparkling Namsan Night Road"

    남산 야간 트래킹 「반짝반짝 남산밤길」

    A non-competitive night walk of about 3 km from Namsangol Hanok Village up the Namsan park roads to N Seoul Tower. Walkers wear little glow bracelets, so the trail looks like a line of fireflies. About 700 people per session set off in groups of 100 after a warm-up and safety briefing, and each group takes a photo at Palgakjeong at the end.

    Free. 19:00–21:00; sign up on site 18:00–19:20 (closes early when full). Weather can change dates and route.

  • Namsan Night Festival (남산 나이트 페스티벌)
    Data: Korea Tourism Organization (한국관광공사)
    Seoul · Namsan (Baekbeom Square, Namsan Dulle-gil, Palgakjeong)Oct 23 – Nov 14, 2026

    Namsan Night Festival

    남산 나이트 페스티벌

    Autumn nights on Namsan in Seoul: a picnic with music and an outdoor movie at Baekbeom Square (Namsan Campnic), an evening walk among the autumn leaves on the Namsan trail, and a silent-disco party with the city lights by Palgakjeong near N Seoul Tower.

    November dates: Campnic and the night walk Nov 6–7, the silent disco Nov 14 (17:30 and 19:30). Book ahead on the official site; you pay a small deposit (₩10,000 per team or ₩5,000 per person), refunded after you take part.

  • QUAD Theater: "Dance of Revolution" (쿼드, 연극의 질문들: 〈혁명의 춤〉)
    Data: Korea Tourism Organization (한국관광공사)
    Seoul · Daehangno Theater QUADOct 28 – Nov 8, 2026

    QUAD Theater: "Dance of Revolution"

    쿼드, 연극의 질문들: 〈혁명의 춤〉

    Part of Daehangno Theater QUAD's 2026 series of five plays by veteran Korean directors. "Dance of Revolution" breaks with normal storytelling: eight separate scenes show moments from the middle of a revolution, tied together not by plot but by repeated lines, sounds, objects, light and precise movement.

    Weekdays 19:30, weekends and holidays 15:00; no shows on Mondays and Tuesdays. All seats 50,000 won; ages 13 and up.

Data: Korea Tourism Organization (한국관광공사), via TourAPI. Photos are shown as provided, uncropped. Facts are checked against VisitKorea and official festival sites, and the descriptions are our own.