10 Years Together: Han River Night Walk Adds Meaning with Visually Impaired Companion Program
Translated from Korean, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.
At a glance
- The Han River Night Walk, celebrating its 10th anniversary, will be held from August 1-2 in Seoul.
- The event is a non-competitive walking festival that has attracted over 100,000 participants in the past decade.
- This year features a special program for 42 visually impaired individuals to walk the 42K course with guide walkers, adding significant meaning to the event.
The Han River Night Walk, a beloved non-competitive walking festival, marks its 10th anniversary with the "2026 Han River Night Walk WITH Toreta!" event. Scheduled for August 1-2 along the Han River in Seoul, the festival has drawn over 100,000 participants over its decade-long history.
This year's celebration promises a richer experience with a special story exhibition commemorating the 10th anniversary and dedicated photo zones. A highlight is the "Companion Program," where 42 visually impaired individuals will complete the 42K course accompanied by guide walkers, lending profound meaning to the event.
Urban Sports, the organizer, is also introducing a "10th Anniversary Honors Lounge" and exclusive rest areas for participants who have completed the walk five or more times. The event will also feature "10th Anniversary Commemorative Interview Programs" to share the stories of the oldest participant and repeat walkers. Completing walkers will receive a medal and medal hanger, with on-site amenities including air conditioning and food and beverage areas.
This year, to mark our 10th anniversary, we will share the time and stories that have passed with our participants.
Originally published by Dong-A Ilbo in Korean. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.