Reading in the Han River Park: A Cultural Experience

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At Yeouido Han River Park,
the 'Reading Han River Park' is in operation,
where you can enjoy reading and relaxing in nature every Saturday.
With expanded seating and various experiential programs,
it serves as a spacious healing space along the Han River.
If you want to escape the bustling city for a while,
come and enjoy a day of relaxation with a book at Yeouido Han River Park.
When does it start?
A serene space will be set up along the Han River,
where you can quietly enjoy the spring breeze.
The 'Reading Han River Park' will operate every Saturday from
April 11 to May 23,
in conjunction with the Seoul Spring Festival,
turning the entire Han River into a healing space.
Schedule:
April 11 (Sat) - May 23 (Sat)
* Every Saturday
Operating hours
April: 12:00 PM - 6:00 PM
May: 1:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Location:
Yeouido Han River Park MultiplaZa
Special Programs for Children's Day
'Waggle Waggle Book Picnic'
Schedule:
May 3 (Sun), May 5 (Tue)
Performance Programs:
Magic Show, Juggling Show, Bubble Show
Experiential Programs:
Sensory Book Play, Rhythm Reading
Child-Friendly Role Play, Interactive Puppet Show
From warm sunny days to evenings painted with sunset,
you can stay leisurely at your desired time.
[Check the location of the Reading Han River Park]
How has 'Relaxed Reading' at the Han River changed?
This year's 'Reading Han River Park' is designed not just as a reading space,
but as a 'staying space',
allowing you to enjoy 'water gaze reading' in various relaxation areas.
Staying Space Features:
▪️ Expanded seating for 600
▪️ Mega mats for families and couples
▪️ Relaxation areas with bean bags, reading chairs, and rocking chairs
Collection of about 5,000 books with curation by age and theme.
If just reading isn't enough, what healing experiences are available?
Emotional Experiences:
▪️ Life Cut Photo Booth
▪️ Board Game Lounge
▪️ PlayStation Experience
Healing Programs:
▪️ Phone Sealing Challenge (Digital Detox)
Putting down your phone and focusing on books and scenery provides a relaxation experience that is hard to find in daily life.
Join the Sleep Competition and Han River Jenga Competition!
This year's Reading Han River Park will also host various special programs!
In May, the Han River Sleep Competition,
with its delightful name, will be a unique event!
Han River Sleep Competition Schedule:
May 2, 2026 (Sat) 3:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Location:
Yeouido Han River Park MultiplaZa
Participants:
A total of 170 people (selected based on prior applications)
Pre-registration:
April 16, 2026 (Thu) from 11:00 AM
To apply, visit the official website.
Participants will receive items like yoga mats, bean bags, and camping chairs!
Applications open on April 16 at 11 AM, so if you're interested, check the official website for 'Program Reservations'!
For more information about this innovative event, check out the Reading Han River Park Instagram!
Reading Han River Park Program Schedule at a Glance!
The opening ceremony on April 11 will feature performances by the Navy Public Relations Team,
children's plays, and cheerleading.
Throughout the event, there will be street art performances including jazz, classical, and a cappella every week,
providing a leisurely cultural time by the Han River.
Major Program Schedule:
Date: April 11 (Sat) 12:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Opening Ceremony (Navy Public Relations Team) 3:00 PM - 3:40 PM
Special Performances (Sound Circus, Cheerleading) 4:00 PM - 5:30 PM
May 2 (Sat) 1:00 PM - 8:00 PM
2026 Han River Sleep Competition 2:00 PM - 6:00 PM
May 3 (Sun) / May 5 (Tue) 1:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Waggle Waggle Book Picnic (Magic, Juggling Show, Bubble Show, Puppet Show) 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
May 9 (Sat) 1:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Phone Sealing Challenge (Digital Detox) 3:00 PM - 6:00 PM
May 16 (Sat) 1:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Jenga Competition ('Find the Han River Jenga Master') 2:00 PM - 5:30 PM
May 23 (Sat) 1:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Special Performance (Friends Yoga) 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Closing Ceremony (Movie Music A Cappella Concert) 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
This weekend, take a moment to relax at Yeouido Han River Park through the 'Reading Han River Park'.

Source :https://blog.naver.com/haechiseoul/224246741250
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