“2026 Book Festa” at Dasan Cultural Park
Preparations ramp up for next year’s Korea Reading Festival
Namyangju, Gyeonggi Province, has wrapped up its citizen-participation reading festival, “2026 Book Festa,” and is preparing to host next year’s Korea Reading Festival.
Namyangju Mayor Choi Hyun-deok greets citizens at the 2026 Book Festa on the 17th. Provided by Namyangju City.
Namyangju City, led by Mayor Choi Hyundeok, said on October 18 that it held Book Festa for three days, from October 15 to 17, at Dasan Cultural Park in front of Jeong Yak-yong Library under the theme “Open a Book for a Picnic, Walk Through a Book Market.”
The festival featured a “Book Picnic” area where visitors could relax and read outdoors. On the final day, October 17, local bookstores and independent publishing creators took part in a “Book Market,” introducing a variety of books to residents.
Hands-on programs centered on books were also held, including “A Book for Today,” “Read with Fragrance, Leave a Mark in Color,” “Capture Your Reading Taste,” and a stamp tour. Programs for families included outdoor movie screenings, bubble and balloon performances, and a cotton candy magic show. A talk by author Jeong Munjeong, Book Forest Busking, and a jazz concert brought the festival to a close on the final day.
Choi Hyundeok, mayor of Namyangju, visited the festival on October 17, toured the Book Market and activity areas, spoke with residents, and encouraged event staff.
“Books are precious links that connect one generation to another and bring people together,” Choi said. “I hope this Book Festa gave residents a meaningful opportunity to discover the joy of reading in their daily lives and share culture with their families and neighbors.”
Mayor Choi Hyeondeok listens to an explanation at a booth at Book Festa. Provided by Namyangju City.
He added, “We will expand a range of reading and cultural programs so everyone can enjoy books and culture close to home, and make Namyangju a leading reading culture city in Korea by successfully hosting the 2027 Korea Reading Festival.”
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Namyangju City, selected to host the 2027 Korea Reading Festival, plans to draw more residents into the event and expand cooperation with local bookstores and the publishing industry, building on its experience organizing local reading festivals.
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