Top 5 Events to Check Out in South Korea Early November 2024

November is a great time to enjoy festivals. Here are five festivals in Korea happening in early November.

1. Seoul Cafe Show (서울 카페쇼)

• COEX Convention & Exhibition Center
• November 6 – November 9, 2024 / 10AM – 6PM (ends at 4PM on Saturday)

It’s one of the world’s largest platforms, held every November in South Korea to promote the global coffee industry and food and beverage culture. Coffee brands from around the world gather in one place. If you’re interested in the latest café trends, this event is worth a visit.

2. 2024 Yangjae Flower Festa (양재 플라워 페스타)

• aT Center 2nd Exhibition (27, Gangnam-daero, Seocho-gu, Seoul)
• November 15 – November 17, 2024 / 9AM – 6PM

It is a festival aimed at promoting domestic flower consumption in Yangjae, Seoul, South Korea. Many attendees can engage in flower-related experiences, take photos with their family, friends, or loved ones at flower-themed photo zones, and naturally immerse themselves in the event while enjoying the beauty of the flowers.

3. GoHeung Yuja Festival (고흥유자축제)

• 701-7, Handong-ri, Pungyang-myeon, Goheung-gun, Jeollanam-do, South Korea
• November 7 – November 10, 2024

The Goheung Yuja Festival, selected as the 2024 representative festival of Jeollanam-do, is a major festival in South Korea centered around yuja (citron). It is a celebration of nature’s golden hue and the vitamin C-rich yuja, featuring a spectacular nightscape that shines brightly throughout the event.

4. Busan International Fireworks Festival (부산불꽃축제)

• 219, Gwanganhaebyeon-ro, Suyeong-gu, Busan, South Korea
• November 9, 2024

The Busan Fireworks Festival, which has been dazzling Gwangalli Beach every year, is now celebrating its 19th edition. Originally launched in 2005 as part of the APEC summit commemorative events, it has grown to become a representative event of Busan. Visitors can experience spectacular fireworks, a media facade performance utilizing the Gwangan Bridge’s scenic lights, and the Busan Multi Fireworks Show. In addition to Gwangalli Beach, fireworks displays can be enjoyed from various locations, including Dongbaek Island and Igidae.

5. Sunchang Tteokbokki Festival (순창떡볶이페스티벌)

• 265-66, Baeksan-ri, Sunchang-eup, Sunchang-gun, Jeonbuk-do, South Korea
• November 16 – November 17, 2024

Sunchang is famous for its gochujang (Korean red chili paste), which is the key ingredient in making tteokbokki. When Koreans hear “Sunchang Gochujang,” they all recognize it. The 2024 Sunchang Tteokbokki Festa will showcase the grand performance of tteokbokki, Korea’s beloved street food. The event promises a unique experience where visitors can explore the endless variations of tteokbokki, the soul food of Koreans. The festival will offer a wide range of attractions, entertainment, and delicious food for people of all ages to enjoy.

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