Events in Korea aren’t slowing down just because the leaves are falling! Even as we shrug on our padded coats, there’s still lots to see between warm Americanos and hiding out in the heated subway.
We’ve compiled another list of some things to do this November. If you have some time to smell the coffee grinds, catch a local show or see some lights along the Cheonggyecheon River, take a look!
Seoul Lantern Festival | Jongno-gu, Seoul
- Dates: November 1st – November 17th
This year marks the 11th anniversary of the Seoul Lantern Festival, which means it’s all the more reason to put on your coat and go to take a look at some of the most beautiful lights in town! This year, the lanterns will present the theme of “Seoul Dream, Flowing Light”, and separated under four subcategories, “Start of a New Dream”, “Dreaming of a Future”, “Sparkling Memories” and Traditional Flow”. At the seventeen-day festival, guests have the opportunity to take in the beautiful lantern displays, make their own traditional style lantern, fly a paper lantern play around on a scratchboard and catch a glimpse of the nightly light shows. The festival will run over the Cheonggyecheon Stream in the heart of Seoul’s upper side, but don’t forget to check out the Seoul Lantern Festival Directory listing for more information.
Seoul Africa Fashion Show | Gangnam, Seoul
- Date: November 2nd
The Seoul Africa Fashion Show (SAFS) will return to Seoul for its third year on November 2, 2019 at the Platoon Kunstalle in Gangnam at 6 p.m. The venue doors will open at 5 p.m.
“Seoul Africa Fashion Show is a night of high fashion, music, and culture that delivers an exciting experience bridging Africans and Koreans through art and beauty” says Seoul Africa Fashion Show creative director, Rosemary Manso.
SAFS aims to promote up and coming African and Korean fashion designers along with aspiring models on a global platform. Last year, SAFS had an audience of more than 1,000 people including renowned fashion photographers, international press, and celebrities in attendance.
Check out more information on the 10 Directory listing for the Seoul Africa Fashion Show.
ANZA Korea – Melbourne Cup Charity Luncheon | JW Marriott Dongdaemun
- Date: November 5th
Men, break out your suave suits and ladies, dust off that gorgeous race day hat!
The Charity Luncheon is one of ANZA Korea’s major events and they plan to have over 100 VIPs, corporates, diplomats, expatriates and Korean community members in attendance. Watch the race live and get swept up in the excitement of the race by placing a bet in the live Cup Sweeps. Be in the running to win big in the raffle and “Fashion on the Fields” best dressed and best hat competitions.
You can find out more information on the Melbourne Cup through the 10 Directory.
Seoul Cafe Show | COEX, Seoul
- Dates: November 7th – November 10th (10:00 – 18:00)
For all those in love with their daily “dirty bean”, take a trip to the Seoul Cafe Show for more than just a taste, but a whole world of coffee. The Expo will not only show off Seoul’s best baristas and blends, but also a range of teas, baked goods, desserts, ice-creams, chocolates, coffee machines and equipment, cafe interior, cafe franchises and startups, kitchen appliances and more. There will be over 600 exhibitors in over 2,000 booths all for visitors to enjoy at their own leisurely pace throughout the day. If you’re a fan of Seoul’s colorful and novelty cafe culture, this is the expo to grab a cuppa, or two, or ten.
For more information about this event, visit the Seoul Cafe Show Directory listing.
Global Game Exhibition G-Star 2019 | BEXCO, Busan
Dates: November 14th – November 17th
The G-STAR Global Game Exhibition in Busan is a dream for game lovers everywhere! Learn about the trends in global games, enjoy testing new games, and learning from guest speakers in the industry! G-Star also holds the Korea Game Awards, Global Game Conference, and a Game Industry Job Fair! Whether you work in the games industry currently, in the past, or just enjoy video games in general, G-Star is one November event that you won’t want to miss!
Get more information about the event through the 10 Directory listing for G-Star here.
Mumford & Sons Live in Seoul | Yes 24 MUV Hall, Hongdae
- Date: November 15th
Don’t miss your chance to see Mumford & Sons Live in Seoul at the MUV Music Hall in Hongdae! Award-winning artists from London Mumford & Sons will perform in Seoul just one year after the release of their last album, Delta, and as part of a larger world tour. Don’t miss your chance to see this Billboard and Grammy award-winning group while you can!
Find more information, like ticket links and prices, at the 10 Directory listing for Mumford & Sons in Seoul.
Someday Theatre Pleroma Concert | COEX, Seoul
- Dates: November 16th – 17th
Have you ever dreamed of a super concert, where Korean artists Akdong Musician (AKMU), Henry, Jannabi, Crush, Epik High, BTOB Im Hyunsik, Lee Hi, Super Junior Kyuhyun, and Eric Nam are all together? Then your dreams might be coming true! These artists will join together for a 2-day concert series at COEX Hall in Gangnam.
Find ticket links and more information at the Directory listing for Pleroma here.
57th SIWA and Diplomatic Community Bazaar | Lotte Hotel Seoul
- Date: November 18th
The Seoul International Women’s Association, SIWA, is holding its annual Bazaar event this November 18th at the Lotte Hotel Seoul. The Bazaar has been organized annually since the foundation of SIWA in 1962. Last year more than 1,000 people attended the Bazaar and over 80 international and national institutions participated. Approximately 70,000,000 KRW was raised through the event. The SIWA Bazaar gives a good opportunity to find and acquire unique products, foods and craft from around the world, that may be difficult to find in Korea at a good value.
“All of the proceeds from the Bazaar go to Korean charities that are carefully selected, evaluated and monitored by the SIWA Welfare Committee. We feel tremendous gratitude for the continuous and generous support of our participants in the Bazaar, which allows us to keep on providing the funding needed by these charities,” says Veronica Koon, SIWA President.
You can find out more information about the SIWA Bazaar through the 10 Directory.
Paju Jangdan Soybean Festival | Paju-si, Gyeonggi
Dates: November 22nd – November 24th
The Paju Jangdan Soybean Festival (or Paju Jangdan Kong Festival) celebrates and life and the history of Jangdan soybeans that remain famous in Korea up until present day. The soybeans are renown for their ability to help with aging, obesity, blood pressure, diabetes, and brain development. The festival will showcase the beans as its main event, but will also display different ways to prepare the beans, cook them, and of course eat them. Visitors will also have the chance to experience the local farming culture in Paju for the day, and hear about their rich agricultural history through parades and shows. For more information about this event, follow through to the Paju Jangdan Soybean Festival webpage. Also on this page are ways to reach the venue via subway, bus or car.
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