Osan Area Basics

17/09/2026

🎉 MARK YOUR CALENDARS! The 2026 Korea-U.S. Harmony Festival Concert is Coming! 🎉

Join your local community on October 10 at Dongnyeongsa Temple for a wonderful afternoon of music, culture, food, and friendship as we celebrate this special connection between Korea and the U.S.
- October 10, 2026 (Saturday)
- FREE Bibimbap at 11:30 AM!
- Concert: 1:00 PM
📍 Dongnyeong Sa Temple
218-9, Jisan-ro 175beongil, Jinwi-myeon, Pyeongtaek
🚗 FIVE MINUTES by car from Osan Air Base's Morin Gate!
https://naver.me/5g4IWOlQ

The event is FREE and open to everyone! Enjoy a special live performance by the 8th Army Brass Band as part of our Korea-U.S. cultural celebration and American performance group Reeves3!

Come together, enjoy the music, share our cultures, and celebrate the friendship between Korea and the U.S. ❤️

13/09/2026

🌟 It’s Market Day at the 4/9! 🌟
Just a short walk or cab ride from the Osan AB Main Gate, this vibrant open-air market is brimming with fresh seasonal produce at amazing prices, household essentials, and plenty of treats to try. The 4/9 shares a footprint with the Songtan Market, a traditional market open daily, but you'll find the most vendors, snacks, and selections on days that end in "4" and "9" (like today!) 🛍️

NaverPin: https://naver.me/xWT3BWxf

To explore other open-air markets and local grocery stores, visit the "Groceries/Markets/Costco" list of pins under the "Stores and Services" section of the Community Directory over at our website!

✨ Pro Tips ✨
- Bring cash (won) for your purchases.
- Pack a wagon or sturdy bag to carry your treasures home.
- Don’t forget to snap some photos and share them in the comments! 📸

Experience the flavor and charm of local Korean culture – happy shopping!

09/09/2026

Join us TODAY at 10am in the Personnel Development Center (next door to Chili's on Osan Air Base) for Kickstart Korea, and shorten the learning curve to make the most out of your time here. See you soon!

09/09/2026

🌟 Tongbok Market – Open TODAY! 🌟
Shop the largest 5-day market in town 🛍️ regardless of the weather!

📍 Address link below! Just a short walk from Pyeongtaek Station or about a 20 minute drive from or . Don't miss the chance to soak in the best of Korean culture and community. Looking for more great markets and grocery options? Check out the "Groceries/Markets/Costco" list of pins under the "Stores and Services" section of our Community Directory on our website.

✨ What to Expect:
🍎 Fresh seasonal produce and quality meats, including a wet-market for seafood lovers!
🥗 Delicious side dishes (banchan) and 'street food' snacks
🏠 Clothes, household goods, and more – all at amazing prices!

💡 Pro Tip: Bring Korean won and a wagon or bags so you can grab all the best deals

📌 Address:
Tongbok Market
경기 평택시 통복시장로25번길 10
📲 Parking Lot Pin: http://naver.me/FRDTBcpt

Get ready for a day of shopping, amazing deals, delightful treats, and savoring and embracing – happy exploring!

09/09/2026

Venting online might help in the moment, but showing up to be heard is where it really makes a difference. Families at Osan Air Base, whether you're command sponsored or not, your voice matters! Come invest in your community TODAY (9 Sept) from 5-6 pm at the O'Club for the monthly for Team Osan's monthly Town Hall. Today's focus will be Osan Air Base Child and Youth Programs, DOWEA Osan Middle High School, and DOWEA Osan American Elementary School. Base leadership, Subject Matter Experts (SMEs), and helping agencies will be there to answer YOUR questions. The last half of the Town Hall is an open Q&A on any topic YOU bring up, and you can submit questions in advance via the link below:
https://app.sli.do/event/tRVbkk5nF28WqKEVXr8oxy NOTE: In-person questions are prioritized. If time runs out all questions are answered via the published minutes.

See you there!

04/09/2026

If you’re not at Battle of the Bands tonight at the EClub you’re missing out! Come rock out 🎸 with everyone, grab some drinks and snacks, and stick around for free karaoke 🎤

🎸 The stage is set—Battle of the Bands is happening TODAY!

Join us at the Enlisted Club from 1700–1900 for live performances, drink specials, and 25% off food purchases. Admission is FREE, so bring your crew, support our local bands, and vote for your favorite! 🤘

03/09/2026

🛒🛍️ Korea’s online shopping game is AMAZING when you know where to look!

From stocking your freezer 🥦 to finding household basics 🏠, electronics 💻, clothes 👟, camping gear 🏕️, pet supplies 🐾, or getting a head start on Halloween 🎃, GMarket can make everyday shopping in Korea surprisingly easy.

And this is exactly the kind of practical Korea-life stuff we pack into Kickstart Korea. 🇰🇷

💡 Join us the 2nd Thursday of every month for a fast, friendly crash course covering groceries, shopping, transportation, dining, useful apps, cultural basics, exploring Pyeongtaek, and a whole lot of "good to know" tips for making the most of your time here.

📅 NEXT CLASS: Thursday, September 10
⏰ 10 AM-Noon
📍 PDC, Bldg 788, next to Chili’s
🎟️ FREE!

Come spend two hours with us, pick up a ridiculous amount of useful information, and leave with a few more tools for your Korea adventure. 🥳

👇 What’s something you’d LOVE to learn how to find, buy, or do in Korea? Tell us in the comments!