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TOP 53 Festivals in & from Seoul, Korea (2022-2023)
Korea, being a country of four distinct seasons (spring, summer, autumn & winter), well-known music scene and strong cultural background held many interesting festivals throughout the year.
Many travellers plan their trips to attend their favourite festivals (e.g. cherry blossoms ❀) in Seoul and other parts of Korea. For those whom have booked your trip in advance, it is always worthwhile to check if any of these annual festivals fall on your travel dates, making your trip a memorable one with the festive surprises.
KoreaToDo has shortlisted the best and must-see festivals you should not missed in Seoul and around.
TIPS: Some of these festivals (e.g. winter festivals ❄) are further away from Seoul and could be time-consuming to reach by public transport on a day trip. It might be best to join the local tours or shuttle bus services to such venues.
November to March
Seoul
Seoul Land Winter Festival Luna Happy Holidays 2022-2023
26 Nov - 1 Mar 2023
admission fee applies
Impressive illumination, snow fun park (120m long snow shedding slope, snow playground, ice & smelt fishing), music performances, 3D laser show & more exciting activities this winter at Seoul Land Winter Festival.
December to March
2 hrs from Seoul
Garden of Morning Calm Lighting Festival 2022-2023
9 Dec - 19 Mar 2023
admission fee applies
The biggest festival of lights in Korea! The annual Lighting Festival at The Garden of Morning Calm covers over 330,000 sqm and 30,000 lights, turning the snowy ground into a winter wonderland on sunset.
December
Seoul
2022 Seoul Lantern Festival
16-31 Dec 2022
free admission
Located along the Cheonggyecheon Stream at the heart of Seoul, the annual Seoul Lantern Festival celebrates with a display of a variety of light sculptures based on Hanji lanterns.
January to December
2 hrs from Seoul
Pocheon Herb Island Lighting Festival
all year round
admission fee applies
Experience the romantic and amazing light display this winter at Herb Island Light Festival. Catch the fantastic view of buildings surrounded by colorful lights, Santa Village, photo zone and light tunnel.
January to December
2 hrs from Seoul
Oak Valley Sonata of Light 3D Festival
all year round
admission fee applies
When the night falls, a fantastic world of beautiful lights and mysterious stories unfolds at Oak Valley's Sonata Of Light. Enjoy the amazing 3D lighting show along the 1.5km path of five inspiring light themes with music.
December to March
2 hrs from Seoul
Petite France: Little Prince Starlight Festival 2022-2023
2022-23: TBA
admission fee applies
(ref> 3 Dec 2021 - 13 Mar 2022)
This French village and a top filming location for Korean dramas lights up beautifully in winter, creating a fairytale atmosphere with its pastel colour buildings.
December January
3 hrs from Seoul
Pyeongchang Trout Festival 2023
30 Dec - 29 Jan 2023
admission fee applies
One of the top 3 winter festivals in Korea! Enjoy a variety of programs including ice/tent fishing, bare-hand fishing, snow sledding, snow rafting, etc this winter at Pyeongchang Trout Festival.
January
Seoul
Eungbongsan Sunrise Festival 2023
2023: TBA
free admission
(ref> 2021&22: Cancelled | 2020: 1 Jan, 7:00 - 8:00)
Celebrate the well-being and happiness of the new year with the Seongdong-gu residents, including performances at the Octagonal Pavilion.
January
Seoul
Ansan Sunrise Event 2023
2023: TBA
free admission
(ref> 2021/22: Cancelled | 2020: 1 Jan, 6:30 - 8:30)
Have a memorable New Year Sunrise watching experience at Seodaemun-gu's Ansan Bongsudae, summit of Mt. Ansan and a relatively easier mountain to reach. Get rewarded with panoramic view of Seoul this new year.
January
2.5 hrs from Seoul
Hwacheon Sancheoneo Ice Festival 2023
7-29 Jan 2023
admission fee applies
Experience ice fishing, lure fishing and bare-hand fishing at Hwacheon Sancheoneo Ice Festival. Wanna check out other winter activities like sledding, ice sleighing, ice soccer or ziplinine over the frozen water?
KoreaToDo TOP PICKS - Tours, Activities & Discount Tickets
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Gwangmyeong Cave, Hwadam Forest, Ranch & Ice-Cream Making Tour
4.5★
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Namhansanseong Fortress, Nami Island & Garden of Morning Calm Day Tour
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Pocheon Art Valley, Herb Island Lighting Festival & Strawberry Picking Day Tour
4.6★
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