Korean Chuseok (Thanksgiving) Festival – Songpyeon & Tea Tasting (26 & 27 Sep)

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As the autumn breeze begins, we find ourselves on the cusp of one of Korea’s most cherished traditions – Chuseok, the Korean Harvest Festival (Korean Thanksgiving) . This vibrant and joyful occasion is not only a time to give thanks for the bountiful harvest but also an opportunity for families and communities to come together, share stories, and create lasting memories. 

Koreans celebrate Chuseok by making special foods, particularly a certain kind of rice cake called songpyeon. Songpyeon is made with finely ground new rice and the dough is kneaded into small round shapes and filled with sesame seeds, chestnuts, red beans, or other similar ingredients. Koreans traditionally give thanks for the harvest and make songpyeon with the new rice from that years’ crop. The act of shaping and sharing Songpyeon symbolizes unity and togetherness.

Join us as we pay homage to Chuseok’s rich traditions, focusing on two of its most cherished elements: Korean Songpyeon and Tea. As we gather for the tea & delicious Songpyeon tasting, let us celebrate Korean traditions and culture, the unity it fosters within the our community and beyond. Come sip tea, savor Songpyeon, and share a laugh with us.

About the Event

When: 6:00pm – 6:30pm, 26 & 27 September (Tuesday & Wednesday)

Where: 6/F, Aldgate Tower, 2 Leman St, London E1 8FA

Who: All are welcome!

How much: £20 (Free for our students!)

RSVP for the event: If you are a DA student, please RSVP above. If you are not, you might have to purchase event tickets from our Eventbrite page.