Historic palaces in Seoul to stage 5-day cultural festival this fall
Four of Seoul’s major royal palaces are preparing to host five days of music, night walks, and living history next month as the city’s flagship heritage festival expands its offerings for international visitors. From Oct. 7 to 11, the Royal Palaces and Tombs Center and the Korea Heritage Agency will hold the 2026 Autumn K-Royal Culture Festival across Gyeongbok Palace, Changdeok Palace, Deoksu…
Four of Seoul's most prominent royal palaces are set to host a five-day cultural festival in October, expanding the city's flagship heritage celebration for international visitors. The 2026 Autumn K-Royal Culture Festival will take place from October 7 to 11 across Gyeongbok Palace, Changdeok Palace, Deoksu Palace and Changgyeong Palace, alongside Jongmyo Royal Shrine.
Building on the success of the record-breaking spring edition, which attracted over 725,000 visitors, organizers are emphasizing evening illuminations and foreign-language programs to boost the event's global appeal.
The festivities will commence on October 6 outside Gyeongbok Palace's Heungnyemun Gate with a special outdoor screening of the music program "Immortal Songs," blending traditional Korean instruments with contemporary K-pop performances. Each historic complex will focus on a unique aspect of Joseon Dynasty traditions. At Gyeongbok Palace, the "Gyeongbokgung Hanbok Banquet" on October 9 and 10 will showcase traditional court attire, featuring a range of activities and performances.
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