2026 Wondosim Night Tour 'Island Night Season'
Oct 17 – Oct 18, 2026 · Jeju
Overview
Jeju Special Self-Governing Province and the Jeju Special Self-Governing Province Tourism Association will host the "2026 Wondosim Night Tour: Island Night Season" festival for two days, from Saturday, October 17 to Sunday, October 18, throughout the Wondosim (old downtown) area of Jeju-si. The festival was planned to develop nighttime tourism content in the old downtown and to revitalize the surrounding commercial district by drawing in visitors. On cool autumn nights, it offers families, friends, and couples the chance to create cherished memories while enjoying a variety of performances and events. In particular, on October 17, the first day of the festival, a "Night Walk" will be held, allowing visitors to set aside the busyness of daily life and stroll through the old downtown to soak in its atmosphere. In addition, concerts and fireworks will take place at Jeju-si's Topdong Square on both days.
Why go
This two-day festival turns Jeju City's old downtown (Wondosim) into a nighttime destination, with concerts and fireworks at Topdong Square on both evenings. The opening night's 'Night Walk' lets visitors stroll the historic district at a relaxed pace, making it a good pick for families, friends, or couples looking for a cool autumn evening out.
Getting there from Seoul
Jeju is an island, so travel from Seoul is by air rather than rail or coach; frequent domestic flights connect Gimpo Airport (and some routes from Incheon) to Jeju International Airport in about an hour. From the airport, the Wondosim old downtown area and Topdong Square are a short taxi or local bus ride away, roughly 15-20 minutes.
Tips
- Bring a jacket, as mid-October evenings in Jeju can be cool, especially near the waterfront at Topdong Square.
- Arrive early on October 17 to join the Night Walk through the old downtown before crowds build for the evening performances.
- Topdong Square draws large crowds for the fireworks on both nights, so pick a viewing spot ahead of time.
Best for: families, couples, photographers, nightlife.
Photos
Photo: Korea Tourism Organization
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