Gangbuk-gu to Operate ‘Outdoor Library’ for Eight Days at Jaegan-jeong near Wui Stream

September 10–13 & 17–20
Performances, Book Talks, and Book Curation

On September 9, Gangbuk-gu in Seoul (District Mayor Jeong Changsu) announced that it will host the "2026 Gangbuk Outdoor Library Kang-BOOK Trip" at the Jaegan-jeong area near Wui Stream for a total of eight days: September 10–13 and 17–20. The event aims to expand the reading spaces of libraries to the outdoors, allowing residents to read and relax in the natural surroundings of the Wui Stream. The event is organized by the Gangbuk District Library, which is operated by the Gangbuk District Urban Management Corporation.

Provided by Gangbuk-gu.

The event site will feature a reading area, a book curation area, an exhibition and hands-on experience area, and a photo zone. The event will take place over two weeks from Thursday to Sunday, operating from 4 p.m. to 9 p.m. on Thursdays and Fridays, and from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Saturdays and Sundays.

The opening ceremony will begin at 11 a.m. on September 12 with a bubble magic show. This will be followed by an award ceremony at 11:30 a.m. to honor contributors to reading culture promotion, and at 2 p.m., an acoustic performance by the group "Minmulgyul."

During the event, there will be a variety of performances and book talks. In the first week, a jazz performance by "Kim Iseul Quartet" (September 10), a reading drama "My Palpitating Life" (September 11), and a book talk for "Different Family" by author Jo Hyerin (September 13) will be held. In the second week, there will be an acoustic performance by "Jang Yeoreum" (September 17), a reading drama "Almond" (September 18), a classical performance by the Gangbuk District Youth Orchestra, and a book talk for the picture book "Turtle Constellation" by author Kim Yujin (September 19), as well as an acoustic performance by "Blue Moon" (September 20). An open reading event called "Everyone's Reading Session," which anyone can join, will run continuously on stage.

The book curation section, themed "Unfamiliar Inspirations Found in Everyday Life," will be set up with four zones: "Break, Meet the Book," where participants freely read; "Five Elements Reading Prescription," which recommends books and reading spots based on one's elemental disposition; "Stories from Those in the Know," a participatory question-sharing program; and "Pairing Book Curation," which suggests books along with drinks and music. Separately, the "Reading at Urban Retreats" collection, part of the Seoul Outdoor Library Book Square, will also be available.

Interactive programs have also been prepared. Every hour on the hour, the Gangbuk District Library mascot "Gangbuki" will appear, and participants in the stamp tour will receive a "Gangbuki Keycap Keyring."

For detailed program information, visit the Gangbuk District Library website (www.gblib.or.kr). There is no parking available at the event venue, so the use of public transportation is recommended. Please note that the schedule may change depending on weather conditions.

District Mayor Jeong Changsu stated, "I hope this will be a special time for everyone to relax with a book amid the green nature of Wui Stream," and added, "We will continue to provide more opportunities for residents to enjoy reading culture naturally in their daily lives."

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