A Rainy Visit to the 2025 Suwon Jazz Festival: Lineup, Parking, and What to Bring
Friday, September 19th
I went to the 2025 Suwon Jazz Festival.
This festival, now in its 10th year, is held over two days at the Jaeminan Bat (Fun Field) in Gwanggyo Lake Park.
Here's a review of my trip to the 2025 Suwon Jazz Festival yesterday, including the lineup, parking information, and essential items to bring.
It rained a lot, but many people came and enjoyed it.
It was a great experience, and I'm definitely planning to go again next year.
Suwon is a great place for a date or family outing, so be sure to check it out today if you can.
Festival Basic Information
Dates: September 19, 2025 (Fri) - September 20, 2025 (Sat)
Time: 5:00 PM - 9:15 PM
Location: Jaeminan Bat (Fun Field) in Gwanggyo Lake Park (near the sports climbing area)
Free Admission / Outside Food and Drinks Allowed
Lineup
September 19 (Fri)
Bump2Soul / Jazz Vocalist Yangji / Bruce Katz Band /
Lim Yong-hoon & Sambistas / Kim Yuna
September 20 (Sat)
NOHO Band / Tekere / Cros Band /
Jo Jelli & Jimin Dorothy / J Black / Woongsan Band
Parking
You can park in Gwanggyo Lake Park Parking Lots 1, 2, and 3, but I recommend the
Happy Deul Public Parking Lot (4-minute walk).
The festival starts at 5:00 PM, and I arrived at 5:40 PM. I was worried there wouldn't be any parking spots, but there were plenty.
1 hour free
500 won per 10 minutes after that
10,000 won for all-day parking
I parked for 3 hours and 30 minutes in an eco-friendly car and received a 50% discount, paying only 750 won.
The directions were clear and easy to follow. It's a slight uphill walk, though! ㅎㅎ
What to Bring
Zone 1: Picnic Zone / Zone 2: Camping Zone
Due to the rain, in Zone 1,
the front was designated as a picnic zone, and chairs were placed in the back for people to sit on.
There was also a tented seating area, but it was full.
They say it won't rain tonight, so
it would be nice to enjoy the picnic zone.
People who brought tables and chairs
usually set up their spots on either side or in Zone 2.
Was it because of the rain?
I thought it would be difficult to find a spot, but it was spacious, and I found a spot right away.
...But I could only stay there for 30 minutes.
Although you have the advantage of seeing the stage up close,
my knees and back hurt, and I wanted to lean back. Even though the stage wasn't as visible, the chairs in the back were much better.
2025 Suwon Jazz Festival - What to Bring
Outerwear / Picnic mat / Camping chair / Table
(In case of rain) Umbrella / Raincoat / Water-resistant shoes
The restrooms on both sides are portable toilets.
The restroom in the center is in a building.
The portable toilets were airplane-style, but they were clean, so there were no issues.
Participate in the satisfaction survey - Get a glow stick
Follow, tag, and post on Sujaepe Instagram - Get a coaster
They're also doing these events, so be sure to participate.
You can pick up your prizes at the event booth.
They were also providing raincoats here, which was great!
Food
The food stalls were run by local residents,
and I liked the reasonable prices.
Beer ₩5,000 / Bottled Water ₩1,000 / Soda ₩2,000
Chives Pancake ₩5,000 / Grilled Butter Squid ₩7,000 /
Sausage ₩3,000 / Tteokbokki (Spicy Rice Cakes) ₩5,000
Sweet and Sour Chicken ₩5,000 / 2 Tacos ₩10,000
Cotton Candy ₩6,000 / French Fries ₩8,000
Steak ₩9,900 / Takoyaki, Sotteok-sotteok (Sausage and Rice Cake Skewers) ₩5,000
The churros (₩4,000) and crepes (₩7,000) seemed very popular.
Review
<Jazz Vocalist Yangji>
<Bruce Katz Band>
<Lim Yong-hoon & Sambistas>
<Kim Yuna>
I've shared a vivid review of the 2025 Suwon Jazz Festival, including the lineup, parking, and what to bring.
Even though it rained, which was a shame,
the live jazz performances and festival atmosphere were really great.
It's a perfect festival representing Suwon for dates, family outings, or a casual get-together with friends,
so if you can't make it today, I highly recommend checking out the 2026 Suwon Jazz Festival next year!
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