Donghae City to Hold "Chuseok Traditional Market Day" Event to Boost Local Economy

Donghae City in Gangwon Province announced on the 29th that it will hold the "Chuseok Traditional Market Day" event for two days from October 2 to 3 to revitalize the local economy and traditional markets.

Donghae City will hold the "Chuseok Traditional Market Day" event for two days from October 2 to 3 to revitalize the local economy and traditional markets. Provided by Donghae City

This event has been organized to create an atmosphere that encourages visits to traditional markets during Chuseok, Korea's major national holiday, to support local small business owners, and to inject new vitality into the sluggish local commercial districts.

On the first day of the event, October 2, a traditional market shopping event will be held at Dongjjokbada Jungang Market, while on the second day, October 3, it will take place at Bukpyeong Folk Market. In particular, the city plans to promote the use of traditional markets by encouraging payments with Donghae Love Gift Certificates and Onnuri Gift Certificates, thereby also contributing to the spread of a sound consumer culture.

This event is a joint public-private initiative involving Donghae City Hall employees, related organizations, and local groups, adding significance by broadly promoting the use of traditional markets. Alongside the main event, a regional price stabilization campaign and the October Safety Inspection Day campaign will also be held, aiming to enhance both the stability of citizens' daily lives and public awareness of safety.

Donghae City currently operates five traditional markets, and with this event as a catalyst, the city plans to continue implementing various support measures to further revitalize traditional markets and restore the local economy.

A city official stated, "Traditional markets are more than just marketplaces; they are the foundation of the local economy and the heart of the community," adding, "We hope this event will breathe new life into the market districts and bring about positive changes in citizens' shopping culture."

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