Seomun Market Night Market Celebrates Its 10th Anniversary
Creatrip Team
a year ago
Seomun Market Night Market in Daegu, South Korea, had its first grand opening this year, drawing crowds eager to enjoy the bustling atmosphere. First opened in 2016 as part of a government initiative to promote global market excellence, the night market features 24 food stalls, 6 food trucks, and 15 flea market stalls. Despite past interruptions due to a fire and the COVID-19 pandemic, the market has welcomed over 26 million visitors over the past decade. The night market now operates primarily on weekends to accommodate tourists from outside Daegu. Long-time vendors express pride in their connection to the market, while new participants are enthusiastic and nervous about joining. Visitors, both seasoned and new, enjoy the lively evening scene, showing great interest in the unique market experience.
