The 2026 Yangcheongajok Georichukje (양천가족 거리축제) takes place on Sunday, October 25, 2026, from 10:30 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. in the area around Sinjeongnegeori Station in Yangcheon-gu, Seoul. The festival takes over about 900m of road that runs toward Seoul Southern District Court, and entry is free. The name means “Yangcheon Family Street Festival,” and this is its third year. It is a street culture festival for families and neighbors of every age, from small children to grandparents. Last year’s second edition drew about 85,000 visitors.
What Is the Yangcheongajok Georichukje?
The Yangcheongajok Georichukje is Yangcheon-gu’s main cultural festival. It is designed to bring families, neighbors and different generations together. On festival day, the six-lane Sinwol-ro, which starts at Sinjeong Rotary, is closed to traffic. The road is filled with a parade, stage shows, hands-on booths and a food zone. A street parade and opening ceremony start the day, and the program continues until the evening concerts on the main stage.
Yangcheongajok Georichukje 2026: Date, Location and Admission
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Edition | 3rd |
| Date & time | Sunday, October 25, 2026, 10:30–21:00 |
| Location | Around Sinjeongnegeori Station (a stretch of about 900m toward Seoul Southern District Court) |
| Address | 서울특별시 양천구 중앙로 265-1 (신정동) / 265-1 Jungang-ro, Yangcheon-gu, Seoul (Sinjeong-dong) |
| Admission | Free |
| Main stage seating | About 1,200 seats (up from 1,000 last year) |
| Visitors last year | About 85,000 (2nd edition) |
| Organizers | Yangcheon-gu Office, Yangcheon Cultural Foundation |
| Inquiries | 02-2021-8943 |
| Website | https://yfac.kr/ |
The main stage now has 1,200 seats. Organizers are also putting up fencing in front of the stage to keep the crowd from surging forward.
Yangcheongajok Georichukje Lineup and Performance Times
After the opening ceremony, the main stage hosts a singing contest, then a traditional arts showcase, then the evening concert. Here is the schedule announced so far:
| Time | Program | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Opening (time not yet announced) | Street parade & opening ceremony | More than 400 people, including residents of Yangcheon’s 18 neighborhoods (dong) and marching bands, set off from the Meeting Plaza and march to samba drumming |
| 1:00 p.m. | LG HelloVision Taegun Norae Jarang (태군노래자랑) | A singing contest hosted by singers Na Tae-joo and Park Goon; you can sign up on the spot |
| Afternoon (time not yet announced) | Yangcheon Cultural Center Traditional Arts Festival (전통예술제) | Performers include gugak (Korean traditional music) artist Oh Jung-hae and the National Dance Company of Korea |
| 6:40 p.m. | Celebration concert | Dream Musical gala, then Ahn Ye-eun, Soyou, Baek Ji-young and Park Ji-hyun, in that order |
During the street parade, anyone in the crowd can join the theme-song performance. Start times for the parade and the Traditional Arts Festival haven’t been announced yet, so check the official website before you go.
What Can You Do in Each Zone?
The 900m festival route is divided into themed zones. Each zone has hands-on booths and photo spots, so it is an easy route to walk with kids.
| Zone | Highlights |
|---|---|
| Meeting Plaza | Festival entrance gate, giant character and air-dome photo zones, food trucks |
| Book Festival | Reading activities, book concerts, outdoor reading lounge and library, meet-the-author sessions, free secondhand bookshop |
| Kids Play Zone | Alice in Wonderland themed show, children’s play area Jaemikkollong (재미꼴롱), euro bungee, large-scale puppet show, pop-up playground, police and fire safety experiences |
| Gureum-gil (Cloud Road) | Family Dreams AI photo zone, crafts, pedal-powered cotton candy, traditional loom weaving, mood-lamp making |
| Yeohaeng-gil (Travel Road) | Yangcheon We Drew Together face-cutout photo zone, Yangcheon Fitness King fitness challenge, stress-relief activities, whack-a-mole, Yangcheon Golmok Daejang (양천 골목대장) |
| Baram-gil (Wind Road) | Jinsim-ui Tongno (진심의 통로), an exhibition of family drawings by 80 local children; emotion slime making; herb garden; herbal tea tasting; family-love mailbox; balloon and bubble shows |
| Fringe Stage | Acoustic band busking |
| Partner Organizations Zone | Keycap keyring making, family photo printing (with groups including the Yangcheon Sarang Welfare Foundation) |
| Food Zone | 19 popular local restaurants from Yangcheon-gu, plus food trucks |
Pop-Up Events
Surprise performances and prize events pop up around the festival grounds:
- Yangcheon Golmok Daejang (양천 골목대장)
- Door-lock prize giveaway
- Giant balloon and bubble shows
- Roaming performer Cloud Man (구름인간)
- Pop-up magic shows and balloon performances
Rest areas for visitors are also set up along the route.
Yangcheongajok Georichukje Road Closures: Times and Route
The festival road is completely closed to vehicles for 30 hours for setup and the event itself.
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Closure period | Saturday, October 24, 2026, 10:00 p.m. – Monday, October 26, 4:00 a.m. |
| Closed section | Sinwol-ro, from Sinjeongnegeori Station to Seoul Southern District Court (about 900m, six lanes) |
| On-site guidance | Traffic staff at key points directing drivers to detours |
At the first edition in 2024, city buses on this route were temporarily rerouted. The Sinjeongnegeori Station, Woori Bank Sinjeong-dong Branch and Sinjeong 4-dong Gyeongseo Nonghyup bus stops were also closed. Bus detours and stop changes for 2026 have not been officially confirmed yet. If you plan to take the bus, check the Yangcheon-gu Office notices first.
Getting from Sinjeongnegeori Station to the Festival
The festival begins right at the subway station, so public transportation is the best choice. Because the festival section is closed to traffic, it is hard to reach by car.
| Transportation | Details |
|---|---|
| Subway | Line 2 (Sinjeong branch line), get off at Sinjeongnegeori Station. The festival starts in the area around the station |
| Bus | Routes that pass through the festival section may be rerouted; check Yangcheon-gu Office notices |
| Car | The festival section is fully closed from 22:00 on Sat 10/24 to 04:00 on Mon 10/26; public transportation is recommended |
Official sources don’t give travel times or fares from Seoul Station, Incheon International Airport, Busan or other starting points. They also don’t give taxi fares or parking information. The easiest option is to enter “Sinjeongnegeori Station” as your destination in a map app.
Tips for Visiting the Yangcheongajok Georichukje
- Get to the evening concert early. Ahn Ye-eun, Soyou, Baek Ji-young and Park Ji-hyun perform back to back from 6:40 p.m., and there are only about 1,200 seats.
- Try the singing contest. You can sign up on the spot for Taegun Norae Jarang at 1:00 p.m.
- With kids, start at the Kids Play Zone and Baram-gil. Most of the children’s activities are here, including the puppet show, safety experiences and slime making.
- Eat at the Food Zone. It has 19 popular Yangcheon-gu restaurants plus food trucks.
- Know the road closure times. The road is closed from the night before the festival until early the morning after, so Line 2 to Sinjeongnegeori Station is the easiest way in.
Frequently Asked Questions
When and where is the 2026 Yangcheongajok Georichukje?
It runs on Sunday, October 25, 2026, from 10:30 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. The venue is a stretch of about 900m that runs from the area around Sinjeongnegeori Station toward Seoul Southern District Court. The address is 서울특별시 양천구 중앙로 265-1 (신정동) / 265-1 Jungang-ro, Yangcheon-gu, Seoul (Sinjeong-dong).
Is there an admission fee for the Yangcheongajok Georichukje?
No, admission is free. Everyone is welcome to join.
Who is performing at the Yangcheongajok Georichukje, and when?
The evening concert starts at 6:40 p.m. with a Dream Musical gala, followed by Ahn Ye-eun, Soyou, Baek Ji-young and Park Ji-hyun, in that order. Earlier in the day, Taegun Norae Jarang starts at 1:00 p.m., hosted by Na Tae-joo and Park Goon. The Yangcheon Cultural Center’s Traditional Arts Festival is also held earlier, with gugak artist Oh Jung-hae, the National Dance Company of Korea and others.
How do I get there from central Seoul or the airport?
Take Line 2 (Sinjeong branch line) to Sinjeongnegeori Station. Official sources don’t give travel times or fares from specific starting points, so search for Sinjeongnegeori Station in a map app.
Is parking available at the Yangcheongajok Georichukje?
Official sources don’t mention parking, and public transportation is recommended. The festival section is completely closed to traffic from 10:00 p.m. on Saturday, October 24, until 4:00 a.m. on Monday, October 26.
Will the festival be crowded?
Yes, expect large crowds. Last year’s second edition drew about 85,000 visitors. This year the main stage has 1,200 seats for the evening concert, and fencing will be put up in front of the stage.
Can I pay by card?
Official sources don’t say which payment methods the Food Zone and booths accept. Bring a little cash in case cards aren’t accepted.
Are there activities for children?
Yes, there are plenty. The Kids Play Zone has the Alice in Wonderland themed show, a large-scale puppet show and police and fire safety experiences. Baram-gil offers emotion slime making, and Gureum-gil has an AI photo zone and cotton candy making.
Who can I contact with questions about the festival?
Contact the Yangcheon-gu Office at 02-2021-8943. You can find more details on the official website, https://yfac.kr/.
