{
  "id": 6565275,
  "title": "Seocho District to host 19-and-up 'Mystery Party' beer festival",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/10/seocho-district-to-host-19-and-up-mystery-party-beer-festival",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-09-10T09:12:03.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "The Korea Times",
    "slug": "the-korea-times",
    "url": "https://www.koreatimes.co.kr/lifestyle/people-events/20260910/seocho-district-to-host-19-and-up-mystery-party-beer-festival"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "The Seocho District in Seoul is set to host a beer festival exclusively for adults aged 19 and above, known as the 19-Plus Mysterious Friday Party, this autumn. The event, organized by the Seocho District Office, aims to revitalize local businesses along Jamwonha-gil, a vibrant alleyway between Sinsa and Nonhyeon subway stations. The festival will take place three times in autumn - on September 11, September 18, and October 2 - from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Each night features continuous draft beer service and a chance to purchase food and drinks from participating neighborhood vendors or eateries. To attend, attendees must make a minimum purchase of 10,000 won (approximately $7.50) at any participating establishment. While Korea is famous for its lively nightlife, adults-focused block parties are relatively rare, with district offices typically focusing on family-friendly events. Since its launch in 2024, the 19-Plus Mysterious Friday Party has received an impressive 95% approval rating from previous attendees. With this success, district organizers are expanding the initiative.",
  "summary": "Free-flowing cold draft beer, electric DJ sets and a distinctly adults-only vibe are taking over one of Gangnam's quietest commercial pockets this autumn. The Seocho District Office announced the return of the \"19-Plus Mysterious Friday Party,\" an adults-only street festival designed to reboot local business along Jamwonha-gil, a bustling alleyway stretch nestled between Sinsa and Nonhyeon subway…",
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    "also_reported_by": [
      {
        "outlet": "The Korea Times",
        "title": "Seocho District to host 19-and-up 'Mystery Party' street festival",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/10/seocho-district-to-host-19-and-up-mystery-party-street-festival",
        "published": "2026-09-10T07:07:02.000Z"
      }
    ]
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}