TOP 52 Festivals in & from Seoul, Korea (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.
April May June July
Pocheon, GYEONGGI
Pocheon Herb Island Lavender Festival 2023
22 Apr - Aug 2023
admission fee applies
(ref> 18 Jun - 31 Aug 2022)
Immerse in the fragrance of the lovely lavender field at this popular annual flower festival in Pocheon. Get a taste of the season-limited lavender latte & ice cream, explore herb island on a tractor wagon and hands-on experience programs (e.g. lavender candle making).
May June
Gwacheon, accessible on Seoul Subway
The 23rd Seoul Grand Park Rose Garden Festival
26 May - 4 Jun 2023
admission fee applies
On top of enjoying the theme park with its zoo and sky lift, visitors can view tens of thousands of blooming roses at Seoul Grand Park's Theme Garden during the Rose Festival.

June July August
Yongin, GYEONGGI
2023 Summer Water Fun Festival @ Everland
2023: TBA
admission fee applies
(ref> 17 Jun - 28 Aug 2022)
Korea's largest theme park, Everland runs its annual summer festival with water performances, light shows, concert and many other game activities for visitors of all ages.
July August
Bonghwa, GYEONGSANGBUK-DO
24th Bonghwa Sweetfish Festival
30 Jul - 7 Aug 2023
fee applies
Bonghwa Sweetfish Festival is held every summer. Sweetfish is a freshwater fish that lives in clean first-class water. It was given as tribute to the king during the Joseon dynasty. You can experience sweetfish catching using bandu (net) or bare-handed and sweetfish grilling at the festival.
July August
1.5 hrs from Seoul
2023 Lotus Flower Festival @ Semiwon Garden
2023: TBA
admission fee applies
(ref> 1 Jul - 15 Aug 2022)
Semiwon Garden is particularly famous for its lotus flowers in summer. Enjoy over 50 kinds of lotus flowers in full bloom, events, performances and exhibition during the festival period.
July August
3 hrs from Seoul
Boryeong Mud Festival 2023
21 Jul - 6 Aug 2023
admission fee applies
Join in the exciting mud experience with people around the world. Get 'treated' with its nutrients-rich mud at Mud Slides, Giant Mud Bath & other activities. Have an unforgettable 'dirty' memory of Boryeong!
July August
Seoul
2023 Hangang River Festival Summer
2023: TBA
free admission
(ref> 29 Jul - 15 Aug 2022)
Enjoy the best of summer at the parks along Han River (e.g. Yeouido Hangang Park, Ttukseom Hangang Park & Banpo Hangang Park). Visitors can participate in any of the programs organised, from water sports, music picnic, movie night, starlight theatre to performances.
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