The HBC Fest’s fall edition will open on Oct. 20 and run through Oct. 21 for a showcase of local live acts.

The festival sees bars and cafes in the Haebangchon area of Seoul near Itaewon open their doors and rig up stages for a two-night collection of free concerts.

Four venues will open up on Oct. 20 from 9 p.m. – Thunderhorse Tavern, Phillies, Genie Pub and the Hidden Cellar. Another seven stages will be added for the next day, with music starting at 5 p.m.

A full list of schedules is available at www.hbcfest.com.

(paulkerry@heraldcorp.com)