The newly released fall edition of Seoul Festival Map offers an overview of events across the capital from September through November. Shown is a scene from last spring's Car-Free Jamsugyo (Jamsu Bridge) Walking Festival. (Seoul Metropolitan Government)

By Charles Audouin

The newly released fall edition of Seoul Festival Map by the Seoul Metropolitan Government offers a handy overview of events across the capital this autumn.

The guide offers information on festivals in music, performances, culture and arts throughout the city from September through November including dates, venues and major programs.

For example, the Zandari Festa from Sept. 4-6 will bring conferences and musicians from around the world to venues around Hongik University Station (Hongdae). The Seoul International Fireworks Festival on Oct. 4 will illuminate the night sky over the financial district of Yeouido Hangang Park in Yeongdeungpo-gu District and Ichon Hangang Park on Oct. 5 in Yongsan-gu District.

The Car-Free Jamsugyo (Jamsu Bridge) Walking Festival will be held Sundays this fall around the bridges of Jamsu and Banpo, while the Seoul Music Festival will run Saturdays on Nodeulseom Island in Yongsan-gu District. Seoul Music Week will also feature free performances and global showcases.

Namsangol Hanok Village in Jung-gu District will host cultural events like the Seoul Intangible Cultural Festival, which blends performances of intangible cultural heritage with hands-on activities and exhibitions, and the World Pansori Festival, which highlights the depth and artistry of pansori (traditional lyrical opera).

More information on all festivals is on the Smart Seoul Map (map.seoul.go.kr/smgis2/short/6Of9X (Korean only)).

The city government said, "The map will expand cultural options for residents after work and on weekend evenings while encouraging visitors to stay longer in areas and boost nearby businesses."

caudouin@korea.kr