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Chuseok (Korean Thanksgiving)

Name: Chuseok (Korean Thanksgiving)
Location: Seoul, Korea

When	Based on the lunar calendar; Gregorian date shifts each year, typically September or early October. 🟠 Approximate
Where	Seoul, Korea
Cost	See official source
Booking	Not required to attend

Summary

Korea's major harvest holiday; most shops and attractions close as families gather, though palaces often offer free traditional performances.

Most shops, restaurants, and businesses close for Chuseok as families travel to their hometowns — this is a quieter time to see Seoul's streets, but plan around reduced service hours.
Seoul's royal palaces (Gyeongbokgung, Changdeokgung, etc.) often offer free admission and special traditional performances during Chuseok, making them a good way to experience the holiday as a visitor.

Gyeongbokgung and other royal palaces — Frequently offer free entry and traditional performances during the Chuseok holiday period.

Usually mid July (~14 days)

Usually early November (~1 days)

Usually October