Festivals in Seoul this weekend (Oct 17–18)
As of Oct 17 · 15 events
This weekend (Oct 17–18), Seoul has 15 festivals, and 14 of them are free to enter. The biggest category is “Local” (9).
We left out events that run for more than a month, so this list is only what is worth planning your weekend around, including festivals already under way.
The list is updated every day. Dates and venues can change, so check each event’s official website before you go.
Dongdaemun-gu TEN FESTA (동대문구 청소년 페스티벌)
The Dongdaemun-gu TEN FESTA will be held at the open plaza in Baebongsan Mountain Neighborhood Park.
Jeongdong Culture Festival (정동문화축제)
Jeongdong Culture Festival brings an autumn ambience to Jeongdong-gil in Jung-gu, Seoul.
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.
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.
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.
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 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.
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…
Nowon Moonlight Walk (노원달빛산책)
A night-time public art festival along Danghyeoncheon, an eco-friendly stream in Nowon.
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).
See this weekend’s festivals in other regions below.