Arts Council Korea's Literature Week returns to Seoul in September
Arts Council Korea, the state-run agency dedicated to funding and promoting the nation’s cultural landscape, will host Literature Week 2026 throughout September. Under the theme “A Sidelong Glance,” the festival will anchor its main festivities at Marronnier Park and its own venues in Daehangno — Seoul’s vibrant, historic theater district — while simultaneously rolling out events at cultural…
Arts Council Korea, the national agency responsible for funding and promoting South Korea's cultural scene, will host Literature Week 2026 in September. The festival's theme, "A Sidelong Glance," will guide its main events held at Marronnier Park and Daehangno, a lively and historic theater district in Seoul, while spreading to cultural venues across the country.
Literature Week aims to create a connection between writers and readers, highlighting the written word's ability to cultivate empathy. By encouraging participants to cast a sidelong glance, organizers hope to spark curiosity and understanding of underrepresented stories, historical accounts, and viewpoints distinct from their own.
This year, Literature Week will consist of 131 events. In Daehangno specifically, visitors can enjoy 38 diverse stage programs, 10 interactive exhibitions, and engaging hands-on activities. The festival extends its reach beyond Seoul by partnering with regional grassroots cultural networks.
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