Seoul, Suwon, and Hwaseong · Historical parade
King Jeongjo's Royal Parade
October 4, 2026
- Dates
- October 4, 2026
- Date
- October 4, 2026
- Hours
- 9 a.m.–9 p.m.
- Admission
- Free; some programs cost extra
- Venue
- Gyeongbokgung Palace and the historic procession route to Hwaseong
- Address
- 161 Sajik-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul
Plan a few nearby stops
Traditional marketSeoul · Every five daysDaerim MarketThis traditional market opens on dates ending in 5 and 0 each month.View market details PalaceSee the departure areaGyeongbokgung PalaceExplore the palace grounds before checking the Seoul departure ceremony and procession route.View details FortressFor the Suwon sectionSuwon Hwaseong FortressUse the official route map to choose a viewing point for the Suwon parade and welcome events.View details Hotels near the festival
Jongno for the Seoul departure or central Suwon for the later route
View staysChoose one section of the route
Pick your city first
The procession moves through Seoul, Suwon, and Hwaseong. Choose one city and viewing zone before planning the rest of the day.
Check the route map
Road closures and arrival times vary by section. Use the final official schedule rather than the overall 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. event window.
Arrive early
Popular ceremony and parade areas fill before the procession arrives. Allow extra time for security checks and walking detours.
King Jeongjo's 1795 journey reenacted
At a glance
This large-scale procession reenacts King Jeongjo's 1795 journey to Suwon Hwaseong for the 60th birthday of his mother, Lady Hyegyeong.
Across three cities
Seoul presents the palace departure and civic procession, Suwon stages welcome events and a Hwaseong parade, and Hwaseong continues with modern and traditional procession sections.
Before you go
The event covers a long route rather than one festival ground. Check the final city-by-city timetable, road closures, and viewing instructions before leaving.