Chuseok

harvest · korean culture · full moon · family

Full Moon Timing. Chuseok happens on the 15th day of the 8th month in the lunar calendar, which means it's celebrated under a bright, beautiful full moon.

Three Days of Celebration. In South Korea, Chuseok lasts three days, the day before, the day of, and the day after the full moon, giving families lots of time to celebrate together.

Special Festival Foods. Families prepare traditional dishes like songpyeon (crescent-shaped rice cakes) and enjoy feasts to give thanks for the harvest.

Family Reunions. People travel home from all over to spend Chuseok with relatives, making it one of the most important family holidays in Korea.

Ancient Harvest Thanks. Chuseok has been celebrated for over 2,000 years as a way for Koreans to honor the autumn harvest and their ancestors.