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November 2, 2026

Seoul Halloween Weekend Draws 160K Without Major Incidents

Nearly 160,000 people partied in Seoul's Itaewon and Hongdae districts over Halloween weekend with no major safety problems reported. Authorities ramped up security because crowds were expected to be larger than usual—Halloween fell on a Saturday this year. This marks a calmer celebration compared to the devastating 2022 crowd crush that killed 159 people in the same area.
Why It Matters
If you're planning to hit Seoul's party scenes or live near popular nightlife areas, knowing crowd safety measures and expected turnouts helps you decide when and where to celebrate safely.
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