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TOP 70 Festivals in & from Seoul, Korea (2026)
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 May
35 mins from Seoul
Everland Tulip Festival 2026
20 Mar 2026 ~
admission fee applies
Enjoy over 1.2 million colourful tulips in 100 different varieties at the annual Tulip Festival at Everland's Four Seasons Garden. Walk through the theme gardens with different sculptures and spring-flowers paths.
March
Gyeongju
2026 Gyeongju Daereungwon Stone Wall Festival
27 - 29 Mar 2026
free admission
13:00 - 22:00
Daereungwon Stone Wall Road Festival (formerly Gyeongju Cherry Blossom Festival) is the representative spring festival in Gyeongju. The road is known for its beautiful cherry blossom tunnel in Spring. There will be performances, food stalls, flea market, night light shows, etc.
March April
Changwon, Gyeongsangnam
The 64nd Jinhae Gunhangje Cherry Blossom Festival
27 Mar - 5 Apr 2026
free admission
Jinhae Gunhangje Cherry Blossom Festival is the biggest spring festival in Korea with over 360,000 Yoshino cherry trees in bloom. You can enjoy beautiful cherry blossoms at the famous Yeojwacheon Stream, Gyeonghwa Station Cherry Blossom Road, etc.
March April
1 hr from Seoul
Hwadam Botanic Garden Spring Daffodil Festival
27 Mar - 30 Apr 2026
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
2026 Taean World Tulip Flower Festival
1 Apr - 6 May 2026
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
Seoul
8th Yangjaecheon Cherry Blossom & Lantern Festival
3 - 5 Apr 2026
free admission
A great local cherry blossoms hideout, away from the mainstream tourists. Walk on the well-paved road from Yangjae Citizen's Forest Station (exit 1), along the beautiful Yangjaecheon Stream and ending at Dogok Station (or earlier at Maebong Station).
April
2 hrs from Seoul
2026 Nami Island Friendship Blossoms Party
11 - 26 Apr 2026
admission fee applies
Besides cherry blossoms and spring flowers, enjoy a series of events (e.g. Friendship photo exhibition, flower event, flower experience, flower boat, etc) held at Nami Island during the annual Cherry Blossom Festival in spring.
April
Incheon
2026 Incheon Jayu Park Cherry Blossom Festival
11 Apr 2026
free admission
13:00 - 21:00
Jayu Park Cherry Blossom Festival is Incheon's representative cherry blossom spot, located right next to Incheon Chinatown & short walking distance from Incheon Subway Station. Visitors can enjoy a series of events (e.g. concert, cultural performances, art market).
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