On Saturday, November 14, as Seoul is forecast to be cloudy with rain, nighttime food festivals and free outdoor live concerts will kick off simultaneously in various parts of the city. We’ve compiled the latest forecast from the Korea Meteorological Administration along with key information and practical tips for your weekend outing in Seoul.
1. November 14 (Sat) Seoul Weather and Dress Code Guide
According to the Korea Meteorological Administration’s short-term forecast, the morning low in Seoul on Saturday, November 14, is expected to be 10°C, and the daytime high is expected to be 14°C. Rainfall of around 5 mm is expected in the Seoul metropolitan area, including Seoul, from dawn through the night, and fine dust levels in the metropolitan area are expected to temporarily reach the “Poor” level in the morning before gradually recovering to “Good” to “Moderate” levels.
- Point to Note: When attending outdoor performances or visiting night markets, the rain and nighttime air may make it feel colder than it actually is, so it’s a good idea to bring a folding umbrella and a windproof, insulated outer layer.
2. “2026 Seoul Moonlight Gourmet Festival” Opens (November 14–21)
The “2026 Seoul Moonlight Gourmet Festival,” a nighttime culinary event hosted by the Seoul Metropolitan Government, will take place daily from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. for a total of 8 days, from Saturday, November 14, to Saturday, November 21 (closed on Sunday, November 15). The event will take place in the Namdaemun Market Arcade area, located at the foot of Namsan Mountain. Since it is held in the domed section of the arcade, visitors can enjoy the event in relative comfort even if it rains.
- Star Chef Collaboration Pop-Up “Moonlight Tavern”: Chef Nam Jun-young of Yongridan-gil will present the “Moonlight Platter (Oyster Bossam Platter)” featuring seasonal oysters, while Chef Jo Seo-hyung, known for the Netflix series *The Black and White Chef*, will showcase the “Starlight Platter (Chicken Kalguksu with Pulchi Topping).”
- Related Programs: In addition to food trucks at Namdaemun Market, the following events will be held: the “Moonlight Market,” a flea market featuring market vendors; the “Moonlight Shop,” which curates, displays, and sells market products; and the “Moonlight Gourmet Caravan (Gourmet Tour),” where participants explore hidden culinary gems in the alleys with a chef.
- Directions: No advance reservation is required; simply visit the venue. It is about a 2-minute walk from Exits 5 and 6 of Hoehyeon Station on Subway Line 4.
3. Free “Silica Gel” Live Performance at the Culture Plaza in Yeouido Park
The “4th Bungeo Flea Market Festival,” hosted by the secondhand trading platform Bungeo Jangteo, will be held over two days, November 14 (Sat) and 15 (Sun), at the Culture Plaza in Yeouido Park, Seoul. On the first day of the event, November 14, at 6:30 p.m., the band Silica Gel will take the stage at the concert hall for a free performance. (This will be followed by a free performance by singer Karden at 6:30 p.m. on November 15.)
- Admission: Any member of the Bbanggejangteo app can enter for free on-site after verifying their membership; no separate ticket reservation is required.
- Highlights: The event will feature a vintage and niche flea market—the largest ever, with over 150 teams and 500 sellers—as well as sustainability workshops (“Secondhand Culture Studio”), a food zone (“Food & Beat Park”), and a reusable shopping bag contest.
- Visitor Tip: On-site transactions are processed via the Bangeojangteo app, and disposable shopping bags are not provided; therefore, it’s convenient to bring a smartphone power bank and your own eco-bag (shopping bag) in advance.
