Events in Seoul in October 2026
Seoul event dates for October 2026 are still being announced. Start with the planning leads and the city guide below — the lineup firms up closer to October.
Seoul's October 2026 lineup is still being announced — planning leads below.
By TripSapien · Updated August 24, 2026
Sourced events
Dates for this month are still being announced. Start with the planning leads below, or build the rest of your visit from the city guide.
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Add your dates and we'll build the rest of your trip around these events — every place checked for closures and booking needs.
Planning leads
Early leads on events still lining up. Exact dates and details firm up closer to your trip.
- Oct 3 - Oct 18
Seoul Lantern Festival 2026
An annual festival featuring thousands of illuminated lanterns along the Cheonggyecheon Stream, showcasing traditional and modern designs.
Planning lead · details firm up closer in · Source: festival research
- Oct 10
Seoul International Fireworks Festival 2026
A spectacular fireworks display over the Han River featuring international teams competing with elaborate pyrotechnic shows.
Planning lead · details firm up closer in · Source: festival research
- Oct 16 - Oct 18
Seoul Craft Beer Festival 2026
A gathering of local craft breweries offering tastings, food pairings, and live entertainment in a vibrant outdoor setting.
Planning lead · details firm up closer in · Source: festival research
Holidays, observances & long weekends
Holiday and observance schedules can affect services and venue hours; confirm each place directly.
- National Foundation Day · publicOct 3
- Hangul Day · publicOct 9
- Long weekendOct 3–Oct 5
- Long weekendOct 9–Oct 11
Holiday data: date-holidays (ISC/CC-BY-3.0).
Ready to plan Seoul?
Turn these October events into a full Seoul plan, every place checked for closures, limited hours, and booking needs on your dates.