October 3(Fri)–4(Sat), the Perfect Way to Enjoy the Golden Holiday: SDA Drama Festa

A Special Selection of 6 Programs

Held simultaneously on October 3–4 at Banpo Hangang Park and Seokchon Lake West (Songpa Naru Park) –

-From a concert lineup featuring Roy Kim, UV(Se-yoon Yoo, Muzie), and Jung-in & Hareem to -appearances by Min-ae Oh and Kum-soon Kim from <When Life Gives You Tangerines>– a rich variety of concerts awaits–

-Celebrate Chuseok with plentiful gifts, including smartwatches–

The Seoul International Drama Awards 2025 “Drama Festa” will kick off the golden holiday weekend from October 3-4 at Banpo Hangang Park and Seokchon Lake West (Songpa Naru Park).

Open to anyone who loves drama, the “Drama Festa” will feature a wide variety of programs: △ the Drama OST Concert with Roy Kim, UV(Se-yoon Yoo, Muzie), and Jung-in & Hareem △ the Drama Talk Concert with Min-ae Oh and Kum-soon Kim from <When Life Gives You Tangerines>, and Ji-hun Kim from <The Haunted Palace> △ and the ‘Challenge! SDA Golden Bell quiz show’, open to all drama fans.

■ Game, Fun, and Chuseok Gift Events

1. “Challenge! SDA Golden Bell” – Win a Smartwatch

▷A special quiz event celebrating the 20th anniversary of the Seoul International Drama Awards, featuring fun questions about the awards, popular dramas, and the city of Seoul. Prizes include smartwatches and other gifts.

▷Date & Venue: October 3–4 / Banpo Hangang Park, Seokchon Lake West (Songpa Naru Park)

2. “What Are They Eating in Dramas These Days?” – K-food Experience & Traditional Games

▷Celebrate Chuseok with food and play! At this booth, visitors can taste a wide variety of foods offered by Binggrae, Pulmuone, BBQ, Condition(HK inno.N), and Samjinfood. Families can also enjoy traditional games such as stone flicking and jegichagi together, adding to the holiday atmosphere.

▷Date & Venue: October 3–4 / Banpo Hangang Park

■ Special Encounters and Memorable Stages by the River

3. “Drama Talk Concert” with the Two Scene-Stealing Mothers of <When Life Gives You Tangerines> and Actor Ji-hoon Kim

▷On October 3, Min-ae Oh(Gwan-sik’s Mom) and Kum-soon Kim (“Jenny’s Mom”) from <When Life Gives You Tangerines> will appear on the riverside stage. They will share behind-the-scenes stories and candid reflections with citizens gathered by the Han River. On the following day, October 4, actor Ji-hoon Kim from <The Haunted Palace>, <Butterfly> will connect with fans. With his upcoming appearance in <Nice to Not Meet You>, scheduled to air this November, many are looking forward to whether he will share stories about the new drama.

▷Date & Venue: October 3–4 / Banpo Hangang Park Riverside Stage 2

4. “Drama OST Concert” with a Rich Lineup Filling the Autumn Night, from Roy Kim to UV(Se-yoon Yoo, Muzie)

▷The Drama OST Concert, held over two days, will feature ‘the emperor of OST’ Roy Kim performing hits such as ‘Heaven’ and ‘Maybe I’, along with Jung-in and Hareem on stage with ‘Uphill Path’. Jin-Seong Oh of izi will also perform ‘Emergency Room’ from <Sassy Girl Chun-hyang>, and HaJin will sing ‘We All Lie’ from <Sky Castle>, offering a diverse array of performances. On October 4 at the Seokchon Lake West stage, UV(Se-yoon Yoo, Muzie) will also appear, heating up the night at Seokchon Lake.

▷ Date & Venue: October 3–4 / Banpo Hangang Park Riverside Stage 2, Seokchon Lake West Stage

■ Romance-Filled Autumn Nights

5. Romance Drama Outdoor Screening

▷Under the romantic night sky by the Han River, audiences can enjoy beloved romance dramas perfect for the autumn season, including <Love Scout>, <Our Beloved Summer>, and <Temperature of Love>.

▷Date & Venue: October 3–4 / Banpo Hangang Park Riverside Stage 2, Seokchon Lake West Stage

6. “Lake Bridge Photo Zone” – Step Into a Romantic Media Art Experience

▷The underpass at Seokchon Lake will transform into a sweet, romantic space. A massive 4-meter-wide media façade will showcase iconic romance drama scenes, accompanied by a photo zone where families, friends, and couples can capture special memories.

▷Date & Venue: October 3–4 / Seokchon Lake West (Songpa Naru Park) – Lake Bridge Underpass

The detailed schedule for each program of the “Drama Festa” (October 3–4) can be found on the official Seoul International Drama Awards Instagram (@seouldramaawards).