A family enjoys the cooler autumn weather in Daegu on Sept 4.YONHAP
Congratulations! You've made it to Friday. Hope you have some great weekend plans ahead! Here are the stories you need to know in Korea.
In today's news, with Seoul's annual fireworks schedule set for tomorrow, we give you the lowdown on the best viewing spots.
In other stories, we check out some of Korea's old traditional homes, which have become popular for unique stays around the country. And during this week's Frieze events, Hollywood actor Ansel Elgort was spotted wearing a Japanese outfit to a Korean event — with the fashion choice drawing criticism from netizens.
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Sky's the limit — but not for spaces: The best spots to watch the Seoul fireworks festival
Seoul’s biggest annual fireworks show returns this Saturday — and so does the scramble for a good seat.
The Seoul International Fireworks Festival is set to take place at Yeouido Hangang Park in Yeouido in Yeongdeungpo District, western Seoul, from 1 p.m. to 10 p.m. this year, with the main shows running from 8 p.m. to 9:10 p.m.
From hidden Joseon-era (1392-1910) parks to neighborhood cafes and even a fish market, the Korea JoongAng Daily compiled an insider’s guide to the best free viewpoints of the 2026 Seoul International Fireworks Festival.
Hollywood actor Ansel Elgort criticized for wearing traditional Japanese attire to Korean event
Ansel Elgort wore a yukata, a traditional Japanese garment, to the "CJ Night in Celebration of Frieze Seoul" event to celebrate the start of Frieze Seoul, an international art fair.
