Seoul Plaza will turn into an evening marketplace Friday, offering shoppers a chance to discover products from 47 small businesses, enjoy live performances and receive discounts as the city looks to bring more spending into the nighttime economy. The Seoul Metropolitan Government will hold its 2026 Small Business Day celebration from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. Friday, extending operating hours by two hours from last year to accommodate office workers and other visitors unable to attend during the day. The event marks Small Business Day, observed annually on Nov. 5, and carries the theme "Better everyday lives created by small shops, Seoul as a city of quality living." Participating businesses will offer products ranging from meal kits, premium teas and baked goods to handmade soaps, accessories, leather goods and traditional crafts. Fifteen businesses that have benefited from Seoul's startup and market development support programs will also participate, giving them an opportunity to introduce their products to new customers. Shoppers can receive a 10 percent discount by purchasing the event-exclus