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Oct 11, 2026

Hongdae Red Road R1–R2, Seoul

The first two sections of Hongdae's Red Road, a walkable cultural street near Hongik University Station. R1 has a small plaza and performance space, while R2 includes busking/exhibition areas and visitor facilities. These are public street sections, not a single admission-controlled festival venue. The free street book fair for the Seoul Wow Book Festival is scheduled here October 16–18; paid talks and performances are in separate indoor venues.

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Why it matters now

The Seoul Wow Book Festival's free outdoor book market is scheduled along R1/R2 October 16–18; its paid indoor program venues are elsewhere. Check organizer updates for times, access and rain changes.

Why go

Use R1/R2 as a clear starting point for a Hongdae walk, street culture, nearby shops and cafés. Confirm the specific spot for any performance or festival session.

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Plan the visit

Use the confirmed place facts below, then continue to the broader travel guides for transport, facilities and eating practicalities.

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Getting there지하철 2호선·경의중앙선·공항철도 홍대입구역 9번 출구에서 R1 기준 약 220m(서울관광 공식 안내).Find directions on NAVER Map ↗서울특별시 마포구 서교동 348-24 일대(R1 광장 기준, R2 및 다른 행사장은 별도 위치)
Nearby facilities & servicesOpen guide →야외 보행거리이며 단일 건물의 통일된 영업시간이 없다. 버스킹·장터·축제·관광안내센터·점포 운영시간은 각각 다르다. 행사 통제나 임시 시설 변경은 마포구·주최자 공지를 확인.
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