Is Halloween Big In Korea? What Causes Korea Stampede?

While Halloween isn’t a traditional holiday in South Korea, where children rarely go trick-or-treating, it’s still a major attraction for young adults, and costume parties at bars and clubs have become hugely popular in recent days.

On October 29, 2022, a crowd crush occurred during Halloween festivities in Itaewon, Seoul, South Korea. At least 153 people died, and at least 103 others were injured.

What Causes Korea Stampede?

The crowd crush occurred at 22: 15 local time (KST), along an alleyway near Itaewon Station’s second exit and the Hamilton Hotel.

Local media groups said people crowded into a bar because of rumours that an unidentified celebrity was present, or the drug-laced candies were being distributed in clubs.