Jeju Festivals in October 2026
10 festivals with confirmed dates · exhibitions and stage shows · updated Oct 26, 2026
October is nearly over.4 festivals in Jeju in November
| Weather | Around 20°C by day and 10°C at night; dry, clear and, with May, the best month to travel. |
|---|---|
| Public holidays | National Foundation Day (3 October) and Hangeul Day (9 October). |
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Guides3 days in Jeju
Already running as October begins
Starting Oct 8–14
Starting Oct 15–21
Starting Oct 22–28
Usually held in October: dates for 2026 not yet announced
These ran in October 2025. Organisers usually confirm the new dates a few weeks ahead; this page updates every morning when they do.
Running all season
Long-running programmes on throughout October: guard ceremonies, night tours and weekly performances.
Exhibitions and stage shows
- Jun 2, 2026 – Nov 8, 2026공공수장고 미디어아트_곶자왈: 숨결의 시간
- Aug 25, 2026 – Nov 15, 2026Jeju Biennale 2026: The Art of Transformation
- Oct 15, 2026 – Nov 30, 2026독립기념관 현충시설 순회전 <태극기, 모두의 염원을 담다>
- Oct 22, 2026 – Jan 31, 2027기획전시 《김만덕, 기록이 되다》
- Oct 28, 2026 – Feb 28, 20272026 산지천갤러리 윈도우갤러리 상설전시 《SJC 아카이브 윈도우: 붉은 방》
Quick answers
What festivals are on in Jeju in October 2026?
7 festivals in Jeju have confirmed dates in October 2026, plus 3 long-running programmes, including Culture Month National Festival (Seogwipo) (Oct 16, 2026 – Oct 19, 2026), Seogwipo Chilsimni Festival (Oct 23, 2026 – Oct 25, 2026) and Jeju Reading Festival (Oct 24, 2026 – Oct 25, 2026). They are listed on this page week by week.
Are festivals in Jeju free to attend?
Most are. 6 of the 7 festivals listed for October are free to enter; some charge for individual programmes or hands-on activities. Each festival page gives the fee.
What is the weather like in Korea in October?
Around 20°C by day and 10°C at night; dry, clear and, with May, the best month to travel.
Are there public holidays in Korea in October?
National Foundation Day (3 October) and Hangeul Day (9 October).
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