Following its successful operation in September with performances linked to regional events, the "2026 Our Neighborhood Culture Market Day," which brings culture and vitality to traditional markets in North Chungcheong Province (Chungbuk), is continuing a diverse lineup of performances across local traditional markets throughout October.

"Our Neighborhood Culture Market Day" is an initiative designed to revitalize traditional markets and expand local residents' opportunities to enjoy culture through pro-market and popular cultural performances. This year, various arts and cultural performances are being showcased across 11 traditional markets in the province.

In September, performances linked with regional events—such as the "Byeolbyeol Barbecue Night Market" at Eumseong Samsung Market and the "Chungbuk Excellent Market Fair" at Jincheon Jungang Market—provided visitors with the opportunity to enjoy arts and culture alongside their shopping. Additionally, various performances tailored to the distinct characteristics of Goesan Traditional Market and Jeungpyeong Jangdeul Market injected new energy into these traditional markets.

In October, a total of 11 performances will be held across 10 traditional markets in the province, including Boeun, Eumseong, Jecheon, Okcheon, Danyang, Goesan, Jeungpyeong, Cheongju, Chungju, and Jincheon. Along with a variety of genre performances, Onnuri gift certificate cashback events will also be operated to add extra joy to autumn traditional market outings.

Notably, on October 6th, the 1970s beloved vocal group DickFamily will take the stage at Boeun Traditional Market. Through representative hits like "See You Again" and "I'm a Fool," they are expected to bring back memories and nostalgia to visitors. A small prize event for visitors will also be prepared alongside the performance.

On October 24th, a performance will be held at 7:00 PM at Cheongju Yukgeori Market in connection with the Cheongju Yukgeori Night Market. The 4-member male dance group Free Pass will appear, presenting modernly reinterpreted stages of retro dance songs and trot representing the 1980s through the 2000s.

In addition, various performances tailored to the characteristics of each market will continue throughout October, ranging from weekday afternoons to weekend evenings. As the season is ideal for visiting traditional markets with cooler weather, visitors can enjoy shopping, food, and diverse cultural performances all at once, raising expectations for autumn traditional market outings. Visitors to the markets are expected to encounter arts and culture close to everyday life and spend an enjoyable time with family, friends, and neighbors.

Furthermore, if visitors make a purchase at a traditional market hosting "Our Neighborhood Culture Market Day" on the day of the event and present a card or cash receipt, they can receive a refund in Onnuri gift certificates: a 5,000-won voucher for purchases of 30,000 won or more, and a 10,000-won voucher for purchases of 50,000 won or more. Detailed operating standards and conditions may vary by market, so visitors should check the on-site information.

The October schedule for the "2026 Our Neighborhood Culture Market Day" proceeds in the following order: ▲ Boeun Traditional Market on Tuesday, October 6th ▲ Eumseong Samsung Market on Sunday, October 11th ▲ Jecheon Jungang Market on Wednesday, October 14th ▲ Okcheon Public Market on Thursday, October 15th ▲ Danyang Gugyeong Market on Friday, October 16th ▲ Goesan Traditional Market on Sunday, October 18th ▲ Jeungpyeong Jangdeul Market on Wednesday, October 21st ▲ Cheongju Yukgeori Market on Saturday, October 24th ▲ Chungju Jayu Market on Sunday, October 25th ▲ Jincheon Jungang Market on Friday, October 30th ▲ and Danyang Gugyeong Market on Saturday, October 31st.

Kim Kyung-shik, CEO of the Chungbuk Culture Foundation, stated, “Through 'Our Neighborhood Culture Market Day,' traditional markets are establishing themselves as spaces where people can enjoy arts and culture alongside their shopping. As we have prepared various performances for October as well, we hope many provincial residents will visit their local traditional markets to enjoy both shopping and cultural performances together.”

Meanwhile, the "2026 Our Neighborhood Culture Market Day" will continue its cultural performances and Onnuri gift certificate cashback events at traditional markets across the province in October. Detailed schedules can be found on the official website and social media channels of the Chungbuk Culture Foundation, and other inquiries can be directed to the Cultural Business Team (043-299-9282, 9285).

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