Celebrate and learn about the Korean Mid-Autumn harvest festival!
What is Chuseok?
Chuseok ("choo-suhk") is one of the biggest holidays in Korea. It is sometimes referred to as "Korean Thanksgiving" because it's a special time for family, friends, and food.
When is it?
Next year, Chuseok will be 11 days earlier than this year's (October 6, 2025).
For how long?
2 Days! From September 25, 2026 to September 27, 2026.
Things to eat and drink
Food and Drinks
Traditional Korean Drinks
Beer, soju, and makgeolli are just a few of the many varieties of Korean alcohols.
Food and Drinks
Snacks and Desserts
Sweet or savory, take a look at some traditional Korean snacks.
Food and Drinks
Traditional Korean Recipes
We’ve curated a list of food blogs for you to make your own delicious Korean meals for any occassion.
Food and Drinks
Typical Chuseok Foods
The classic dishes prepared on the first day of the Chuseok holiday.
Festivities of Chuseok
Festivities
Gift Sets
Learn more about the varieties of Chuseok gift sets.
Festivities
Folk Games, Music, and Dance
Discover the traditional activities that took place in Korea.
Festivities
Chuseok Attire - Hanbok
A Hanbok is Korea's traditional outfit.
Festivities
Greetings
Some Korean phrases, how to say them, and what they mean.
Cultural Traditions of Chuseok
Traditions
Chuseok Customs
Curious about what usually happens during Chuseok?
Traditions
The Story of the Moon Rabbit
Did you know that folklore related to the moon is a common theme in Mid-Autumn harvest festivals around the world?
Traditions
Places to Visit
Here are some things to see and places to visit during Chuseok.
Traditions
Charye Table Setting
Traditionally, there are general guidelines to follow when setting up the table for charye (차례). The reason is similar to Feng Shui, but for the relationship between the ancestral offering and the ancestors. It differs slightly from house to house and from region to region. For example, a house in Busan may have much more fish on the table than a house from Seoul.
Traditions
Broadcasting
Television shows are just as important on holidays.