Seoul Events & Exhibitions in October 2026: Dates and Official Links
Last verified: October 10, 2026 · Source basis: primary sources and public-agency information
If you are looking for things happening in Seoul this month, the safest starting point is the city’s own event listings. This guide pulls together major exhibitions and festivals that are still running in October 2026 and links you back to official sources for the latest venue, ticket and schedule details.
October 2026 events at a glance
- 2026 SEOUL LIGHT HANGANG BITSEOM FESTIVAL — October 2–11, 2026
- Seoul Gallery Autumn Special Event — September 18–October 11, 2026
- Seoul International Garden Show — May 1–October 27, 2026
- Seoul Outdoor Library — April 23–November 1, 2026
- Seoul Autumn Festa — September 18–November 29, 2026
- KAWS: FRIENDS AND NEIGHBORS — July 23–December 27, 2026
- Martin Parr: We Are Martin Parr — July 16–October 18, 2026
- The Grand Panorama of Seoul Urban Planning — August 14–November 8, 2026
- Kim Duck-yong & Byun Yong-kuk Duo Exhibition: Light Resting in the Grain — August 28–October 31, 2026
- 2026 Title Match: Oh Inhwan vs. Chang Seoyoung – Human Error — August 13–October 25, 2026
Event schedules can change. Before leaving, open the official event page and confirm the venue, opening hours, reservation requirements and any ticket fee.
Events ending soon
Two city-listed events end on October 11: SEOUL LIGHT HANGANG BITSEOM FESTIVAL and the Seoul Gallery Autumn Special Event. Martin Parr: We Are Martin Parr is currently listed through October 18. If you are visiting Seoul in the first half of the month, these have the shortest remaining windows.
Events that continue later into the month
The Seoul International Garden Show is listed through October 27, while the Seoul Outdoor Library continues through November 1. Seoul Autumn Festa runs much longer, through November 29. These longer-running programs can be easier to fit into a flexible itinerary.
Ongoing exhibitions
Visit Seoul currently lists KAWS: FRIENDS AND NEIGHBORS through December 27, The Grand Panorama of Seoul Urban Planning through November 8, Light Resting in the Grain through October 31, and the 2026 Title Match through October 25.
Because museum closing days, admission rules and reservation systems differ by venue, this page intentionally does not copy those details unless they are verified from the organizer. Use the city listing as the starting point, then follow the venue’s official page before visiting.
How to use this list
- Choose an event based on the dates that overlap your trip.
- Open the official Seoul event listing.
- Confirm venue, operating hours and whether advance booking is required.
- Check the route using Seoul public transportation information.
- Recheck on the day of your visit if weather could affect an outdoor program.
Frequently asked questions
Where can I check official Seoul event listings?
The Seoul Tourism Organization’s Visit Seoul website maintains English-language pages for festivals, events and exhibitions.
Are all events on this list free?
No. Fees vary by event and venue. Always check the official listing or organizer before visiting.
Can event dates change?
Yes. Weather, venue operations and organizer decisions can affect schedules, so use the dates here as a planning reference and verify them again before you go.
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How to find each venue on Google Maps and NAVER Map
For the most reliable route, copy the event or venue name from the official organizer page and check it in both map services. Google Maps is convenient for English searches, while NAVER Map often has more detailed local entrances, transit exits and Korean venue names.
Always confirm the exact building, gate or entrance on the event’s official page before traveling.
Featured photo: Mathew Schwartz / Unsplash.
