Seosan Haemi Eupseong Fortress Festival
OctoberChungnam
This history and culture festival takes place around Haemi Eupseong Fortress in Seosan, South Chungcheong Province. Against the backdrop of a fortress with 600 years of history, you can enjoy processions, performances, hands-on activities and night-time media art. Admission is free, except for the "600-Year Table" program, which is paid.
When is it held?
Every year around early October. The exact dates change every year.
This year’s dates
Held 2026: Oct 9 ~ Oct 11 (ended). Check the official website for next year’s dates.
Before you go, check this year’s dates and fees on the official website.
What can you do there?
- Watch the King Taejong hunting procession and fortress-building parade
- See media facade shows and a drone lighting show at night
- Try traditional clothing, horseback riding, archery and calligraphy
- Join the military exam experience and kite flying
- See a traditional wedding reenactment and a guard-changing ceremony
Tips for visitors from abroad
Getting there
From Seoul you can reach the Chungnam area by KTX, express bus or intercity bus. Once there, check public transit to the venue in a map app (Naver Map and KakaoMap are the most accurate in Korea).
Naver Map ↗ KakaoMap ↗ Google Maps ↗ Official website ↗
What to wear and bring
Autumn days are mild and nights are cool. Bring a light jacket and shoes that are comfortable for long walks.
This is general guidance. Check the official website for what to bring and how to enter each event.
Photos
Source: Korea Tourism Organization TourAPI. Dates may change. · Photo: Korea Tourism Organization · KOGL Type3 · Shown unaltered.
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Frequently asked questions
When is Seosan Haemi Eupseong Fortress Festival held?
Every year around early October. The exact dates change every year. This year’s dates have not been announced yet.
How do I get to Seosan Haemi Eupseong Fortress Festival?
From Seoul, take KTX, an express bus or an intercity bus toward Chungnam, then check public transit to the venue in a map app.
Is Seosan Haemi Eupseong Fortress Festival free?
The official overview does not list admission. Please check the official website.
Places to visit near this festival in Chungnam
Top attractions close to the event site. Add them to the same day trip.
Source: Korea Tourism Organization TourAPI. Dates may change.