Seoul Traditional Market Night Festivals 2026: Food, Culture and Local Experiences
Seoul Metropolitan Government, My Seoul
Looking for a more local way to experience Seoul this autumn?
Across the city, 23 traditional markets and shopping districts are hosting special food and cultural events. Visitors can enjoy Korean market food, limited-edition dishes, night markets, live performances, hands-on activities and more.
Most events take place throughout October 2026, with the final festival scheduled for November 14. Each market offers a different experience, making this a great opportunity to explore Seoul beyond its famous tourist districts.
2026 Festival Schedule
| DISTRICT | MARKET | DATE & TIME | LOCATION |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gangnam-gu | Gangnam Gaepo Market | Oct 14 (Wed) 17:00-21:00 |
Food Alley area |
| Gangbuk-gu | Baeknyeon Market | Oct 9 (Fri) 16:00-21:00 |
Throughout the market |
| Suyu Traditional Market | Oct 3 (Sat) 17:00-22:00 |
Market area | |
| Gangseo-gu | Kkachisan Market | Oct 30-31 (Fri-Sat) 17:00-21:00 |
Throughout the market |
| Bangsin Traditional Market | Oct 23-24 (Fri-Sat) 17:30-22:00 |
Market area | |
| Hwagokbon-dong Market | Oct 16 (Fri) 16:00-20:00 |
Central market aisle | |
| Hwagok Jungang Market | Oct 29-30 (Thu-Fri) 17:00-21:00 |
Inside the market | |
| Gwanak-gu | Bongcheon Jeil General Market | Oct 31 (Sat) 16:00-21:00 |
Market area |
| Sinwon Market | Nov 13-14 (Fri-Sat) 16:00-21:00 |
Market and waterside terrace | |
| Guro-gu | Gaebong Jungang Alley Shopping District | Oct 23 (Fri) 16:00-20:00 |
Shopping district area |
| Gocheok Alley Market Shopping District | Oct 15-17 (Thu-Sat) 14:00-20:00 |
Market area and parking lot | |
| Gocheok Neighborhood Market | Oct 31 (Sat) 15:00-22:00 |
Merchants’ association hall and parking lot | |
| Guro Market | Oct 24 (Sat) 15:00-20:00 |
Market area and open lot | |
| Geumcheon-gu | Byeolbit Nammun Market | Oct 9 (Fri) 15:00-23:00 |
Byeolbit Nammun Market |
| Nowon-gu | Gongneung Dokkaebi Market | Oct 16 (Fri) 16:00-21:00 |
Throughout the market and the road beside Gongneung Shopping Center |
| Sanggye Jungang Market | Oct 17 (Sat) 14:00-21:00 |
Throughout the market | |
| Dongjak-gu | Namseong Station Alley Market | Oct 23 (Fri) 16:00-21:00 |
Throughout the market |
| Sangdo Traditional Market | Oct 16 (Fri) 16:00-22:00 |
Traffic-controlled area inside the market | |
| Seongdong-gu | Haengdang Market Shopping District | Oct 15 (Thu) 16:00-20:00 |
Around 32 Haengdang-ro 17-gil |
| Yangcheon-gu | Sinyoung Market | Oct 15-17 (Thu-Sat) 14:00-18:00 |
Central market aisle |
| Yongsan-gu | Shinheung Market | Oct 1-3 (Thu-Sat) 17:00-22:00 |
Main street and rooftop |
| Jungnang-gu | Yangwon Forest Road Alley Shopping District | Oct 31 (Sat) 17:00-21:00 |
Yangwonyeok-ro 14ga-gil area |
Note: The Seongdae Traditional Market event in Dongjak-gu was completed on September 12.
Tips Before You Visit
- Check the latest event time and program before travelling.
- Benefits and participation requirements differ by market.
- Translation services may not be available at every location.
- Payment options can vary between individual vendors.
- Arrive with an appetite and allow time to explore the surrounding neighbourhood.
Discover more practical travel guides and local experiences across Korea.
Information source:
Seoul Metropolitan Government,
updated September 29, 2026. Event details may change.