'GMF2026' opens Oct. 17 at Olympic Park; 30th-anniversary legend set to perform

The essence of fall music festivals, with a confirmed lineup and diverse stages

South Korea's leading fall music festival, 'Grand Mint Festival 2026' (hereafter 'GMF2026'), will take over 'Olympic Park' in Songpa-gu, Seoul, from Oct. 17-18. Organizers 'Mint Paper' officially announced the schedule on the 30th, drawing the attention of pop music fans.

Opening day on Oct. 17 will feature a host of acclaimed artists, led by the singular-voiced 'Lee So-ra', with 'Jang Ki-ha', 'Lee Seung-yoon', 'Peppertones', 'Jukjae', 'CAR, THE GARDEN', 'Jung Joon-il', 'Hong Isaac' and 'Hi-Fi Un!corn' also taking the stage.

The Oct. 18 show boasts an equally impressive lineup. 'Younha', 'CNBLUE', 'Roy Kim', 'Jung Seung-hwan' and 'BOL4' will perform for the audience. The festival has also confirmed a rare appearance by 'Lee Seok-won', leader of the band Sister's Barbershop, who is marking the 30th anniversary of his debut this year, fueling intense anticipation among fans.

'GMF2026' will go beyond a series of music performances with a range of programs, including a 'public broadcast' and 'fan-signing event', designed to bring audiences and artists closer together and elevate the festival experience.