Books, beats and a different kind of Sunday

Reading City
by UNDERCITY

Bring a book, borrow one when available and settle into a monthly Seongsu reading party shaped by ambient, deep and hypnotic electronic music.

Monthly SundayCurrent dates shown when booking Six hoursCome and go with wristband re-entry 19+Physical government photo ID

Exact hours, guest DJs and promotional inclusions can vary by date. The SNL booking page shows the current event details.

A quieter route into Seoul culture

Reading alone, together

Reading City turns UNDERCITY into a shared reading room. There is no required title and no book-club discussion to prepare for. Choose what you want to read and move through the experience at your own pace.

The soundtrack begins low and spacious, then builds through deeper electronic selections. It is designed for people who want focus, atmosphere and a distinctly Seongsu afternoon without a standard party format.

Bring any bookE-readers welcomeEnglish books may be availableGuest DJsWristband re-entry

Make the day your own

How Reading City flows

Stay for the full session or step outside and return while the event is running.

  1. 01

    Arrive and settle

    Choose your reading spot

    Check in at UNDERCITY, collect your wristband and find the corner that fits your pace.

  2. 02

    Read your way

    Bring a book or borrow one

    Paper books and e-readers are welcome. A limited selection of English-language books may be available to borrow.

  3. 03

    Follow the soundtrack

    Ambient to deep electronic

    Guest selectors shape a slow-building musical arc that supports focus before becoming more rhythmic later in the session.

  4. 04

    Re-enter when you like

    Take a Seongsu break

    Your event wristband normally allows re-entry, so you can step out and return during the advertised hours.

What your booking covers

The Reading City experience

Current date-specific benefits appear in the SNL booking flow before you confirm.

Open direct booking
  • Entry to the full reading sessionAccess for the advertised event hours
  • Curated electronic soundtrackGuest DJs and music direction vary by date
  • Wristband re-entryStep out and return while the event is operating
  • Optional highball promotionSome dates unlock Jim Beam highball refills after an Instagram Story tag; check current terms when booking

Before you arrive

Know before you go

Bring it

Your book or e-reader

Any language and genre are welcome. Borrowing options are limited, so bring your own if you have a specific choice.

19+

Physical photo ID

Bring valid government-issued identification. Screenshots and copies may not be accepted.

No outside food

Plan meals around the session

Outside food is not permitted inside UNDERCITY. Check the current booking details for available drinks or promotions.

Seongsu

UNDERCITY

B1, 61 Seongsui-ro 22-gil, Seongdong-gu. Final arrival instructions are sent with your booking.

Questions before booking

Reading City FAQ

Do I need to read a particular book?

No. Bring whatever you want to read, in any language and format.

Is this a book club or a party?

It sits between the two. Reading is the core activity, while the changing electronic soundtrack and UNDERCITY setting create the atmosphere.

Can I leave and come back?

Wristband re-entry is normally available during event hours. Follow the current date instructions provided when booking.

Is the highball promotion guaranteed?

No. The promotion and its social-posting terms can vary by date, so confirm the current inclusion in the booking flow.

Your next Sunday in Seongsu

Bring a book.
Enter Reading City.