{
  "id": 7967487,
  "title": "Seoul marks Chuseok holiday with late-night reading, folk shows, free museum entry",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/17/seoul-marks-chuseok-holiday-with-late-night-reading-folk-shows-free",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-09-17T06:42:04.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "The Korea Times",
    "slug": "the-korea-times",
    "url": "https://www.koreatimes.co.kr/lifestyle/people-events/20260917/seoul-marks-chuseok-holiday-with-late-night-reading-folk-shows-free-museum-entry"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Korea is gearing up to celebrate Chuseok, its traditional autumn harvest festival, with a four-day cultural extravaganza in Seoul. From Thursday to Sunday, the bustling capital will be flooded with traditional folk performances, free museum exhibitions and extended hours at public libraries. This provides a unique opportunity for foreign visitors to dive deep into the country's rich cultural heritage.\n\nThroughout September 24-27, numerous cultural sites, museums and art institutions across Seoul will host a range of family-friendly programs. These include folk games, Korean music sessions, craft workshops and captivating exhibitions. The Seoul Metropolitan Government has planned an array of activities to immerse attendees in the country's cultural roots.\n\nThe Unhyeon Palace will be a hub of activity, hosting Chuseok-themed events from Thursday to Sunday. Visitors can look forward to traditional games, craft activities, and performances showcasing both Korean traditional and fusion music and dance.\n\nMeanwhile, Namsangol Hanok Village will offer a mesmerizing experience called Namsan Dalbit Madang (Moonlit Courtyard) from Friday to Sunday. The program features tightrope walking, Arirang performances, seven traditional experiences, quilted craft workshops and hanbok-related activities, creating a vibrant atmosphere that truly brings the spirit of Chuseok to life.",
  "summary": "As Korea prepares for Chuseok, its traditional autumn harvest festival, Seoul is transforming the national holiday into a four-day cultural festival. From Thursday through Sunday, the capital will host traditional folk performances, open museum exhibitions for free and keep public libraries open late, offering foreign visitors a rare look into the country's cultural roots. From Sept. 24-27,…",
  "key_points": [
    "Seoul celebrates Chuseok with four-day cultural events",
    "Folk performances, museums free, libraries open late",
    "Activities include games, music, craft workshops"
  ],
  "editors_take": "Seoul's Chuseok celebrations offer foreign visitors and locals alike a chance to immerse themselves in Korea's cultural heritage through traditional performances, exhibitions, and family-friendly activities.",
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
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    "also_reported_by": [
      {
        "outlet": "The Korea Times",
        "title": "Seoul marks Chuseok holiday with late-night reading, folk shows, free museum entry",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/17/seoul-marks-chuseok-holiday-with-late-night-reading-folk-shows-free-7969680",
        "published": "2026-09-17T06:52:03.000Z"
      }
    ]
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "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."
}