This guide highlights selected exhibitions and expos across Korea from October 15 to October 25, 2026. It features 8 events, including beauty expos, a cafe show, an art fair, a bazaar, an eco-products show, a stationery fair, and a math festival. Three events are held this week, and five more are held next week.
K-Beauty Expo Korea (K-뷰티엑스포 코리아)
Explore the latest in cosmetics, hair, body, nail, and smart beauty products. This expo is suitable for consumers interested in comparing different product types and industry professionals looking into new business items.
- Dates: October 15 (Thursday) to 17 (Saturday)
- Hours: 10:00-17:00, last entry 16:30
- Price: General 20,000 won / Free with pre-registration
- Address: KINTEX Exhibition Center 1, Halls 3-5 (킨텍스 제1전시장 3~5홀), Goyang
- Good for: Beauty product comparison, industry research
Map: Naver Map · Google Maps
Busan Cafe Show (부산카페쇼)
Discover a wide range of coffee beans, brewing tools, cafe equipment, desserts, and teas. This show is ideal for home cafe enthusiasts interested in ingredients and small tools, or those preparing to open a cafe, focusing on equipment and operational information.
- Dates: October 15 (Thursday) to 18 (Sunday)
- Hours: 10:00-18:00 (closes 17:00 on October 18, Sunday)
- Price: Pre-registration by October 14: 5,000 won / On-site registration: 10,000 won
- Address: BEXCO Exhibition Center 1 (벡스코 제1전시장), Busan
- Good for: Home cafe users, cafe owners
Map: Naver Map · Google Maps
BFAA International Art Fair (BFAA국제아트페어)
The 15th International Art Fair, hosted by the Busan Art Association, offers an opportunity to appreciate various artworks. It can be a good addition to your itinerary if you are also visiting the Busan Cafe Show, as both are held at BEXCO.
- Dates: October 15 (Thursday) to 18 (Sunday)
- Hours: October 15 (Thu): 14:00-19:00, last entry 17:30 / October 16 (Fri) – 17 (Sat): 10:00-19:00 / October 18 (Sun): 10:00-17:00, last entry 15:00
- Price: Adults 10,000 won / Youth 5,000 won
- Address: BEXCO Exhibition Center 2, Hall 4 (벡스코 제2전시장 4홀), Busan
- Good for: Art appreciation, exploring art preferences
Map: Naver Map · Google Maps
Red Cross Bazaar (적십자 바자)
This one-day bazaar sells food, clothing, general goods, and donated items to help those in need. It’s suitable for visitors looking for daily necessities and wishing to participate in a charitable cause.
- Dates: October 19 (Monday)
- Hours: 10:00-16:00
- Price: Free entry
- Address: COEX B1 Hall (코엑스 B1홀), Seoul
- Good for: Shopping for daily necessities, supporting a cause
Map: Naver Map · Google Maps
Korea Eco-Products Show (대한민국 친환경대전)
This exhibition showcases green technologies, products, and services across various fields, including green products, architecture, power, energy, circular resources, carbon neutrality, and ESG. It caters to those interested in eco-friendly living and corporate environmental initiatives.
- Dates: October 21 (Wednesday) to 23 (Friday)
- Hours: 10:00-17:00, last entry 16:30
- Price: General 5,000 won / Free with pre-registration
- Address: COEX A Hall (코엑스 A홀), Seoul
- Good for: Eco-friendly living, industry professionals
Map: Naver Map · Google Maps
Seoul International Stationery & Office Fair (서울국제문구사무용품전시회)
Discover new stationery and office supplies, including art and design products, as well as creative and educational items. This fair is for stationery enthusiasts and families with students looking for learning and educational supplies.
- Dates: October 22 (Thursday) to 24 (Saturday)
- Hours: October 22 (Thu) – 23 (Fri): 10:00-18:00 / October 24 (Sat): 10:00-17:00
- Price: General 5,000 won / Free for students
- Address: COEX B1 Hall (코엑스 B1홀), Seoul
- Good for: Stationery enthusiasts, families with students
Map: Naver Map · Google Maps
Osong Cosmetics & Beauty Expo (오송화장품뷰티엑스포)
This event features exhibitions, trade consultations, sales, and beauty experiences in the cosmetics and beauty industry. Visitors can explore the official website’s online exhibition hall to identify companies of interest, such as skincare or makeup, before visiting.
- Dates: October 22 (Thursday) to 24 (Saturday)
- Hours: 10:00-17:00
- Price: Pre-registration offers faster entry.
- Address: OSCO (오스코), Cheongju
- Good for: Beauty consumers, industry visitors
Map: Naver Map · Google Maps
Daejeon Mathematics Festival (대전수학축전)
Hosted by the Daejeon Metropolitan Office of Education, this festival offers math exploration and hands-on activities for students and parents. It is designed for elementary, middle, and high school students, making it suitable for families planning a weekend visit with school-aged children.
- Dates: October 24 (Saturday) to 25 (Sunday)
- Hours: Math Experience Zone: October 24 (Sat): 10:30-17:00 / October 25 (Sun): 10:00-16:00 (Check specific program times)
- Price: Math experience booths require on-site reservations.
- Address: DCC Exhibition Center 2, Halls 1-3 & Exhibition Center 1, Conference Hall (DCC 제2전시장 1~3홀·제1전시장 컨퍼런스홀), Daejeon
- Good for: Elementary, middle, and high school students and their families
Map: Naver Map · Google Maps
Tips for visitors
- Pre-registration: For K-Beauty Expo Korea, pre-registration for free entry closes on October 14 at 17:59. For Busan Cafe Show, early bird pre-registration for a discounted price of 5,000 won also ends on October 14. For Korea Eco-Products Show, pre-registration allows free entry.
- On-site payment: For Busan Cafe Show, if you pre-register, you will pay the discounted fee at the venue.
- Student entry: Students can enter the Seoul International Stationery & Office Fair for free.
- Experience reservations: For the Daejeon Mathematics Festival, hands-on math experience booths require on-site reservations. It is recommended to check reservations for activities of interest first.
- Opening hours: The BFAA International Art Fair opens at 14:00 on its first day, October 15.
Source
Information from PLATZLAB eX blog (Korean), Oct 12, 2026.
