TOP 58 Festivals in & from Seoul, Korea (2024)
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 miss 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.
March April
1 hr from Seoul
Hwadam Botanic Garden Spring Daffodil Festival
29 Mar - end Apr 2024
admission fee applies
Hwadam Botanic Garden (/Hwadam Forest) is a 'Top 100 Must-Visit Tourist Spots in Korea' with scenic monorail rides in the ecological park. In spring, it held its popular Daffodil Festival. Other spring flowers in bloom include Cherry Blossoms and Azaleas.
April May
3 hrs from Seoul
2024 Taean World Tulip Flower Festival
10 Apr - 7 May 2024
admission fee applies
Taean World Tulip Flower Festival is one of the top 5 tulip festivals in the world. Over 200 types of tulips, including flamingo, lambada, red proud tulip will be on full display at Korea Flower Park in Taean, South Chungcheong Province.
April
51 mins from Seoul
Gunpo Royal Azalea Festival
20 - 28 Apr 2024
free admission
A representative spring flower festival in Gunpo, Gyeonggi where 200,000 azalea trees are in full bloom at Azalea Garden. Various festival events will be held at nearby Azalea Park, Chomakgol Ecological Park and Sanbon Rodeo Street too.💡3 mins walk straight from Surisan Station.
April May
Goyang, 45 mins from Seoul Station
2024 International Horticulture Goyang Korea
26 Apr - 12 May 2024
admission fee applies
One of the largest horticulture exhibitions in Korea with indoor exhibition, outdoor gardens and various experience programs. Located at Ilsan Lake Park and easily accessible on Seoul Metro within 10 mins walk.
May
Seoul
2024 Seoul Circus Festival @Nodeul Island
4 - 5 May 2024
free
Korea's only circus festival, Seoul Circus Festival will be held at Nodeul Island along Han River in Seoul. The festival features a variety of performances and special experience of the circus such as juggling, plate spinning and aerial circus. There are also movie screenings, parades, etc.
May June
Seoul
2024 Car-Free Jamsugyo Bridge Festival
5 May - 23 Jun 2024, every Sunday 13:00 - 21:00
free
(vehicle control 11:00 - 23:00)
Experienced the unique charms of Hangang River at Jamsu Bridge (i.e. lower deck of Banpo Bridge) every spring and autumn at Banpo Hangang Park, Seoul. Festival highlights include Silent DJ Party, eco-friendly food trucks, local farmers’ market, resting on beanbag chairs, etc.
April May
Seoul
Lotus Lantern Festival 2024 (Yeondeunghoe)
Apr - May 2024
free admission
Lantern Parade: 11 May 2024, 7-9.30pm
An UNESCO-listed annual Lantern Lighting Festival to celebrate Buddha's birthday. The festival is celebrated with its popular lantern parade, traditional lantern exhibition (@Jogyesa Temple, Bongeunsa Temple & Gwanghwamun Square), performances & activities.
May
Seoul
Seoul Rose Festival 2024 @Jungnang Rose Park
18 - 25 May 2024
free admission
A rose flower festival right in Seoul city, accessible on Seoul subway. View tens of millions of roses in bloom and a 5.15km Rose Tunnel. During festival period, visitors can enjoy various concerts, music party, fashion show, etc.
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