This September, various Chambers of Commerce and Associations organized several events that provide the opportunity for expats to connect and network. After a hot summer, the networking events are in a full swing in South Korea!
Here at 10 Magazine, we’ve compiled a list of 10 networking events happening in Seoul this September.
1. Wednesday After-work Social Meetup | Playground Rooftop Cafe & Bar
Friends in Korea is one of the oldest and largest international clubs in Korea. It was created back in 2004 and organizes several events every month. One event is the After-work Social Meetup that takes place almost every Wednesday. This is a chance to unwind with a cocktail, network and meet new friends. The price of the meeting includes two drinks and snacks! For more information about the event, check out Wednesday After-work Social Meetup’s official website. For more information about the venue, check out the listing of the Playground Rooftop Cafe & Bar on our 10 Directory.
Date: September 5 – 12 – 19 – 26 (19h – 23h)
For more Information / To purchase Ticket: Wednesday After-work social meetup’s website
Address: Playground Rooftop Cafe & Bar, 14 Wausan-ro 21-gil, Seogyo-dong, Mapo-gu, Seoul
Cost: 10,000KRW
2. AMCHAM September Networking Night | Four Seasons Hotel Seoul
The American Chamber of Commerce (AMCHAM) is holding its Networking Night at the Four Seasons Hotel this September! Located near Gyeongbokgung, the Four Seasons Hotel is a good place to enjoy an evening of networking, eating and drinking. The American Chamber of Commerce will provide a light buffet with unlimited wine, beer, and soft drinks. For more information about the event, check out AMCHAM’s official website. For more information about the venue, check out the listing of the Four Seasons Hotel Seoul on our 10 Directory.
Date: September 5 (18h30 – 21h)
For more Information / To purchase Ticket: AMCHAM’s official website / amchamrsvp@amchamkorea.org / 02-6201-2229
Address: Four Seasons Hotel Seoul, 9-4 Sinmunno 1(il)-ga, Jongno-gu, Seoul
Cost: 79,000KRW (members) / 69,000KRW (new members 2018) / 99,000KRW (non-members)
3. Preview in Seoul | COEX
The Preview in Seoul has been around for 19 years now. This exhibition provides opportunities to explore distinctive yarns, eco-friendly & functional textiles, knits, findings & trims, accessories, DTP and machineries all organized around textile sectors. They also host numerous events such as a Trend Forum, a 1:1 networking opportunities, a fashion show, textile seminars, a fund-raising bazaar and fashion film screenings. For people who are interested in this sector, this exhibition is a really good opportunity to network! For more information about the event, check out the Preview in Seoul’s official website. For more information about the venue, check out the listing of the listing of the COEX on our 10 Directory.
Date: September 5 – 7 (9:30 – 18:00)
For more Information / To purchase Ticket:  Preview in Seoul’s official website / pis@kofoti.or.kr / 02-528-4019
Address: COEX Hall A, 513 Yeongdong-daero, Gangnam-gu, Seoul
Cost: Free (pre-registration) / 5,000KRW (on-site)
4. BCCK Jaguar Land Rover Garden Party | British Embassy
The British Chamber of Commerce in Korea (BCCK) is hosting its 10th Anniversary British Embassy Garden Party on September 6! While listening to a DJ that will play British artists, you will be able to enjoy British cocktails, beers, and wine as well as British food. This garden party is a good setting to network with a lot of people! The BCCK will also hold a raffle with numerous gifts to win. The number of tickets is limited so be sure to register as soon as possible. For more information about the event, check out the BCCK Jaguar Land Rover Garden Party’s official website. For more information about the venue, check out the listing of the British Embassy on our 10 Directory.
Date: September 6 (18:30 – 21:30)
For more Information / To purchase Ticket: BCCK Jaguar Land Rover Garden Party’s official website / rsvp@bcck.or.kr / 02-6365-2300
Address: British Embassy, 24 Sejong-daero 19-gil, Jeong-dong, Jung-gu, Seoul
Cost: Â 75,000KRW (members) / 85,000KRW (non-members)
5. Chungcheong Province’s SMEs and Startups Exhibition 2018 | COEX
This event in September is a good opportunity to meet SMEs and Startup from the Chungcheong Province. This exhibition is also the occasion for these SMEs and Startup to advertise their company and attract new people! For more information about the event, check out Chungcheong Province’s SMEs and Startups Exhibition 2018’s official website. For more information about the venue, check out the listing of the COEX on our 10 Directory.
Date: September 6 – 8 (10:00 – 17:00)
For more Information / To purchase Ticket: Chungcheong Province’s SMEs and Startups Exhibition 2018 website / venture18@daun.net / 02-6000-8752
Address: COEX Hall C4, 513 Yeongdong-daero, Gangnam-gu, Seoul
Cost: Free
6. ANZA Autumn BBQ | Four Seasons Hotel Seoul
The Australia and New Zealand Association (ANZA) is organizing its annual barbecue at the rooftop terrace of the Four Seasons Hotel Seoul! With beautiful views of the Gyeongbokgung Palace and Bukhansan mountains, you will be able to enjoy a delicious barbecue buffet and great wines while networking! After dinner drinks will be held at the cocktail bar Charles H. For more information about the event, check out ANZA’s official website. For more information about the venue, check out the listing of the Four Seasons Hotel Seoul on our 10 Directory.
Date: September 7 (18:30 – 21:00)
For more Information / To purchase Ticket: ANZA’s official website
Address: Four Seasons Hotel Seoul, 9-4 Sinmunno 1(il)-ga, Jongno-gu, Seoul
Cost: 60,000KRW (members) / 70,000KRW (non-members)
7. AMCHAM Traveller’s Night | Gran Seoul
The American Chamber of Commerce (AMCHAM) will be hosting a fun and mini networking event at the newly opened Spaces Gran Seoul! This networking event is a good opportunity for people interested in the airline industries! The American Chamber of Commerce will provide a light buffet with unlimited wine, beer, and soft drinks. For more information about the event, check out AMCHAM Travellers Night’s official website. For more information about the venue, check out the listing of the Gran Seoul on our 10 Directory.
Date: September 12 (18:30 – 21:00)
For more Information / To purchase Ticket: AMCHAM Traveller’s Night website / amchamrsvp@amchamkorea.org / 02-6201-2229
Address: Gran Seoul, 320-6 Jongno 5(o).6(yuk)ga-dong, Jongno-gu, Seoul
Cost: 35,000KRW
8. FKCCI Café du Commerce | Novotel Grand Ambassador
The French Korean Korean Chamber of Commerce and Industry (FKCCI) is organizing an informal networking event at the Novotel Grand Ambassador! You will be able to taste delicious French gastronomy and wines while networking with new people! Pre-registration for this event is required and the payment will be on-site. For more information about the event, check out FKCCI Café du Commerce official website. For more information about the venue, check out the listing of the Novotel Grand Ambassador on our 10 Directory.
Date: September 13 (19:00 – 21:00)
For more Information / To purchase Ticket: FKCCI Café du Commerce website / event@fkcci.com (Information) / nagbqsales@ambatel.com (pre-registration) / 02-2268-9506
Address: Novotel Grand Ambassador, 130 Bongeunsa-ro, Yeoksam 1(il)-dong, Gangnam-gu, Seoul
Cost: 30,000KRW
9. The 47th Korea Study Abroad Fair 2018 | COEX
The 47th Korea Study Abroad Fair 2018 is a good opportunity for students to find out about studies abroad. You will be able to have the latest information and a free and reliable consultation with experts! You can also find information about emigration, overseas employment & internships, local education for English and foreign languages and more! For more information about the event, check out Korea Study Abroad Fair 2018’s official website. For more information about the venue, check out the listing of the COEX on our 10 Directory.
Date: September 15 -16 (10:00 -17:00)
For more Information / To purchase Ticket: Korea Study Abroad Fair 2018’s official website
Address: COEX Hall C4, 513 Yeongdong-daero, Gangnam-gu, Seoul
10. FKCCI Career Forum | KCCI Grand Hall
The FKCCI Career Forum was held for the first time in 2017 and had a huge success. This event provides opportunities for students to introduce themselves to professionals from French companies. The forum will be held in two parts: presentations from companies currently recruiting and networking opportunities between students and professionals. For more information about the event, check out the FKCCI Career Forum official website. For more information about the venue, check out the listing of the KCCI Grand Hall on our 10 Directory.
Date: September 20 (14:00 – 18:30)
For more Information / To purchase Ticket: FKCCI Career Forum website / event@fkcci.com / 02-2268-9506
Address: KCCI Korean Chamber of Commerce and Industry, 39 Sejong-daero, Namdaemunno 4(sa)-ga, Jung-gu, Seoul
Cost: Free