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Korea Festivals & Concerts (Oct 8, 2026): Autumn Events & K-Pop Highlights

This guide highlights 12 events happening across Korea, covering free outdoor festivals, media art shows, K-pop concerts, fan meetings, ballet, and plays. These selected events run from October 1 to November 22, 2026.

Goyang Autumn Flower Festival (고양가을꽃축제)

Enjoy the ‘Autumn Palette’ theme at this flower festival held at Ilsan Lake Park. It’s a good option for families and couples looking for an outdoor outing.

  • Dates: October 1-11
  • Price: Free
  • Address: Ilsan Lake Park, Goyang, Gyeonggi-do
  • Good for: Families, couples, outdoor visitors

National Heritage Media Art Cheongju (국가유산 미디어아트 청주)

This night cultural event uses four national heritage sites, including the Yongdusaji Iron Flagpole Site, as a backdrop for media facades and sound tours. It’s suitable for those interested in media art and night excursions.

  • Dates: October 3-24
  • Hours: Daily 7 PM – 10 PM
  • Price: Free
  • Address: Yongdusaji Iron Flagpole Site, Cheongju, Chungcheongbuk-do
  • Good for: Night outings, media art enthusiasts

Suwon Hwaseong Cultural Festival (수원화성문화제)

Experience a reenactment of King Jeongjo’s 1795 procession to Hwaseong, showcasing Suwon’s history and culture. The festival takes place around Hwaseong Haenggung Plaza and Suwon Hwaseong Fortress.

  • Dates: October 4-11
  • Price: Basic admission is free; some pre-booked programs are paid.
  • Address: Hwaseong Haenggung Plaza and Suwon Hwaseong Fortress, Suwon, Gyeonggi-do
  • Good for: Families, history and traditional culture enthusiasts

PENTAGON 10th Anniversary Tour 〈101010〉 (펜타곤 10주년 투어 〈101010〉)

PENTAGON celebrates their 10th debut anniversary with a tour performance in Seoul. The show runs for 100 minutes.

  • Dates: October 9-10
  • Hours: October 9 at 7 PM, October 10 at 6:30 PM
  • Price: VIP 187,000 KRW, General 143,000 KRW
  • Address: Blue Square WooriWON Banking Hall, Seoul
  • Good for: PENTAGON fans, K-POP concertgoers

National Heritage Media Art Yeosu (국가유산 미디어아트 여수)

Titled ‘Jinnamgwan, Rebuilt with Light,’ this event takes place around the national treasure Jinnamgwan, Goso-dae, and Yi Sun-sin Plaza. It uses historical urban spaces as a canvas for media art.

  • Dates: October 9 – November 8
  • Price: Free
  • Address: Jinnamgwan, Goso-dae, and Yi Sun-sin Plaza, Yeosu, Jeollanam-do
  • Good for: History and culture, media art, night tourism

10CM Fan Concert 〈THE MISSING TRACKS〉 (10CM 팬 콘서트 〈THE MISSING TRACKS〉)

10CM presents a fan concert with the concept of ‘The Whereabouts of Lost Songs.’ This performance is part of a series, specifically ‘CASE No.1010.’

  • Dates: October 10
  • Hours: 6 PM
  • Price: Reserved Seating 132,000 KRW
  • Address: Olympic Hall, Olympic Park, Seoul
  • Good for: 10CM fans, live music enthusiasts

Koobin Fan Meeting 〈Koonight〉 (쿠빈 팬미팅 〈쿠나잇〉)

Creator Koobin hosts a solo fan meeting with a ‘pajama party’ concept. This event focuses on the interaction between the creator and fans.

  • Dates: October 11
  • Hours: 4 PM
  • Price: All seats 40,000 KRW
  • Address: Gurumare Small Theater, Seoul
  • Good for: Koobin fans

Korean National Ballet Giselle (국립발레단 지젤)

The Korean National Ballet performs Adolphe Adam’s ‘Giselle’ with choreography by Patrice Bart, accompanied by the Korean National Symphony Orchestra. The performance duration is 120 minutes, including a 20-minute intermission.

  • Dates: October 13-18
  • Hours: Tue-Fri 7:30 PM, Sat 2 PM & 6:30 PM, Sun 2 PM
  • Price: 30,000 KRW – 120,000 KRW
  • Address: Opera Theater, Seoul Arts Center, Seoul
  • Good for: Ballet and classical music enthusiasts

Hwang Min Hyun Fan Meeting 〈DOWONKYUNG〉 (황민현 팬미팅 〈도원경〉)

Hwang Min Hyun holds a solo fan meeting in Seoul with a ‘Dowonkyung’ (Peach Blossom Spring) theme.

  • Dates: October 16-18
  • Hours: October 16 at 8 PM, October 17 at 6 PM, October 18 at 5 PM
  • Price: Reserved Seating 110,000 KRW
  • Address: COEX Artium Woori Bank Hall, Seoul
  • Good for: Hwang Min Hyun fans

Seoul WoW Book Festival (서울와우북페스티벌)

The 22nd Seoul WoW Book Festival, themed ‘Changing, Unchanging,’ features a street book fair and an illustration exhibition in the Hongdae area. Some programs, such as lectures and performances, are paid.

  • Dates: October 16-18
  • Price: Street book fair and illustration exhibition are free; some programs are paid.
  • Address: Hongdae Red Road R1·R2 area, Seoul
  • Good for: Reading, publishing, and design enthusiasts

ILLIT 〈PRESS START〉 Korea Encore Performance (아일릿 〈PRESS START〉 한국 앙코르 공연)

ILLIT’s live tour ‘PRESS START’ continues with an encore performance in Korea. Mobile tickets are issued for entry.

  • Dates: October 17-18
  • Hours: October 17 at 6 PM, October 18 at 5 PM
  • Price: General 165,000 KRW, SOUND CHECK 220,000 KRW, M&G 253,000 KRW
  • Address: Inspire Arena, Incheon
  • Good for: ILLIT fans, K-POP concertgoers

Play The Glass Menagerie (연극 〈유리동물원〉)

Tennessee Williams’ ‘The Glass Menagerie’ is staged as part of the Seoul Arts Center Towol Traditional Play Series. The performance duration is 120 minutes, including a 20-minute intermission.

  • Dates: October 17 – November 22
  • Hours: No performances on Mondays and Tuesdays.
  • Price: R 99,000 KRW, S 77,000 KRW, A 55,000 KRW
  • Address: CJ Towol Theater, Seoul Arts Center, Seoul
  • Good for: Traditional play and drama enthusiasts

Tips for visitors

  • For the Suwon Hwaseong Cultural Festival, basic admission is free, but some pre-booked programs may require a fee. Check participation conditions for specific programs before visiting.

FAQ

Are there any age restrictions for the fan meetings or concerts?

Hwang Min Hyun’s fan meeting has a viewing age of 9 years and older. For other events, check the official channel before you go.

What are the closing days for the National Heritage Media Art Yeosu?

The National Heritage Media Art Yeosu is closed every Tuesday and on October 19.

Source

Information from PLATZLAB eX blog (Korean), Oct 8, 2026.

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