Seoul night market festivals Oct–Nov 2026: dates for 6 traditional markets
Seoul's traditional markets hold free-entry night festivals through mid-November. Every remaining date in one place.
Gwangjang Market (illustration) · Photo: Bgag (CC0), via Wikimedia Commons
- When
- Oct 17 – Nov 14, 2026
- Where
- 6 markets across Seoul
- Price
- Free entry; pay for food
Every remaining date
- OCT 17Sanggye Central Market
Nowon. Night market with specialties and performances.
상계중앙시장Google Maps - OCT 23Namseong Station Alley Market
Dongjak. Boiled pork (suyuk) festival.
남성역골목시장Google Maps - OCT 23–24Bangsin Traditional Market
Gangseo. Airport theme with a passport-style stamp tour.
방신전통시장Google Maps - OCT 24Guro Market
Hanbok runway through the market.
구로시장Google Maps - OCT 31Yangwon Forest Path shops
Jungnang. 'Spooky Library' night.
양원숲길 상점가 - NOV 13–14Sinwon Market
Gwanak. Spend ₩50,000, get ₩10,000 back as a digital Onnuri voucher.
신원시장Google Maps
Make it a night (our route)
- OCT 17Sanggye Central Market, then the Nowon Moonlight Walk
Both in Nowon-gu; the light walk runs 5:30–10 PM.
Say it in Korean (show this screen)
- SAYWhat's the most popular dish?
je-il in-gi i-neun me-nyu-ga mwo-ye-yo?
제일 인기 있는 메뉴가 뭐예요? - SAYOne of these, please.
i-geo ha-na ju-se-yo
이거 하나 주세요 - SAYCan I pay by card?
ka-deu doe-na-yo?
카드 되나요?
Local tips
- Go early evening before the dinner rush (our tip).
- Carry some cash for small stalls (our tip).
FAQ
When are Seoul's market night festivals in 2026?
Oct 17 (Sanggye), Oct 23 (Namseong), Oct 23–24 (Bangsin), Oct 24 (Guro), Oct 31 (Yangwon) and Nov 13–14 (Sinwon).
Is entry free?
Yes, entry is free; you pay for food.
Sources: Seoul Metropolitan Government (Sept 29, 2026) · Financial News