2026 Hangang Family Festival

The 2026 Hangang Family Festival is scheduled to take place from October 3 to October 18, 2026, in Seoul, inviting families to explore Gwangnaru and Jamwon Han River parks. Operating under the theme "Hangang Moeumjip" (anthology/home), the festival aims to bring together various family interests through a wide range of cultural and recreational activities set against the scenic backdrop of the Han River.

Attendees can enjoy expansive reading areas by the water, which will host approximately 7,500 books, encompassing picture books, essays, and travel titles, complemented by 400 comfortable seating options. The festival also features a dedicated play zone equipped with large inflatable bouncers, ball pits, and a kiddie roller coaster, alongside a craft zone where children can engage in making bookmarks, pop-up books, and lanterns decorated with fallen leaves.

Weekend programming at Gwangnaru Park includes book talks, jazz and classical music performances, as well as magic and bubble shows. Outdoor screenings of popular films such as "How to Train Your Dragon" and "F1: The Movie" are also part of the schedule. On October 9, Jamwon Park will host a special performance program featuring local artists, teenagers, and residents. Additional activities include a reading quiz contest for elementary school students, a Jenga competition, a closing jazz concert, and a photo zone featuring Haechi, Seoul's official mascot.