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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.

June July August

35 mins from Seoul

Everland Water Festival

19 Jun - 30 Aug 2026

admission fee applies

Korea's largest theme park, Everland runs its annual summer festival with water performances and adventures for visitors of all ages to beat the heat.

Everland Water Festival

August

Incheon

2026 Songdo Beer Festival @Songdo Moonlight Festival Park

22 - 30 Aug 2026

free admission

Enjoy free live performances and fireworks at Songdo Beer Festival in Incheon! Beat the summer heat with line-up of domestic/foreign famous cold beers and food. Walking distance (550m) from Songdo Moonlight Festival Park Station (Incheon Line 1, exit 4).

2026 Songdo Beer Festival @Songdo Moonlight Festival Park

September

Seoul

Seoul Light DDP 2026

3 - 13 Sep 2026

free admission

19:00 - 20:00 daily

Seoul Light DDP will turn Dongdaemun Design Plaza (DDP)’s iconic 222m curved facade into an expansive digital canvas with dynamic live music and cutting-edge laser design.

Seoul Light DDP 2026

September

Seoul

Seoul International Fireworks Festival 2026

5 Sep 2026

free admission

Korea’s best fireworks festival is hosted by Hanwha Group since 2000 as an act of contributing to society. The fireworks show is located at Yeouido Hangang Park, 243m from exit 3 of Yeouinaru Station (line 5).

Seoul International Fireworks Festival 2026

September October

Seoul

2026 Car-Free Submersible Bridge Ttukbuk Ttukbuk Festival (2nd Half)

9 Sep - 25 Oct 2026

free admission

(Sunday 14:00 - 22:00, vehicle control 12:00 - 24:00)

Experienced the unique charms of Hangang River at Jamsu Bridge (i.e. lower deck of Banpo Bridge) every autumn at Banpo Hangang Park, Seoul. Festival highlights include Silent DJ Party, eco-friendly food trucks, local farmers’ market, resting on beanbag chairs, etc.

2026 Car-Free Submersible Bridge Ttukbuk Ttukbuk Festival (2nd Half)

September October

Seoul

2026 Han River Light Performance Drone Light Show (2nd Half)

12 Sep, 9 Oct & 31 Oct 2026

free admission

Drone Light Show 20:30 - 20:45

Enjoy spectacular show put up by 1500 drones, lighting up the night sky of Seoul at Ttukseom Hangang Park's waterside stage. Culture art performances will be held before and after the drone light show too.

2026 Han River Light Performance Drone Light Show (2nd Half)

September October

40 mins from Seoul

2026 Suwon Hwaseong Media Art Festival

19 Sep - 6 Oct 2026, 18:00 - 22:00

free admission

19:30 / 20:30 / 21:30 (Media Art Screening)

The popular Suwon Media Art Festival has been organised annually since 2021 with amazing media arts display and music, intertwined with stories of King Jeongjo. Visitors can also enjoy media arts in exhibition up close and interesting photo zones.

2026 Suwon Hwaseong Media Art Festival

October

40 mins from Seoul

63rd Suwon Hwaseong Festival

4 - 11 Oct 2026

free admission

The Suwon Hwaseong Cultural Festival is a representative cultural tourism festival of Suwon with a history of over 60 years. Held against the backdrop UNESCO Suwon Hwaseong Fortress with a series of royal procession, parade, performances & experience programs.

63rd Suwon Hwaseong Festival

November

4 hrs from Seoul

2026 Pohang International Fireworks Festival

20 Nov 2026

free admission

Pohang International Fire & Light Festival is one of the Top 3 firework festivals in Korea. Festival programs include the international fireworks show, light drone show, international fireworks contest, street parade, local market, etc.

2026 Pohang International Fireworks Festival

September October November

Pocheon, Gyeonggi

2026 Herb Island Pink Muhly Festival

2026: TBA

admission fee applies

(ref: 20 Sep - 3 Nov 2025)

A festival solely dedicated the immensely popular and insta-worthy Pink Muhly Grass in Autumn at Pocheon Herb Island. Match the Pink Muhly Grass field with their time-limited beautiful looking pink soft ice-cream.

2026 Herb Island Pink Muhly Festival

September October

1.5 hrs from Seoul

Yangju Cheonilhong Festival 2026 @ Yangju Nari Farm

2026: TBA

admission fee applies (free during festival)

(ref: 26 - 28 Sep 2025 festival & 12 Sep - 26 Oct 2025 farm opening period)

Enjoy the largest Red Clover (flower) field in the country and the immensely popular Pink Muhly Grass and Kochia Scoparia fields from Sep to Oct at Yangju Nari Park!

Yangju Cheonilhong Festival 2026 @ Yangju Nari Farm

October

Seoul

Jogyesa Chrysanthemum Festival

2026: TBA

free admission

(ref: 15 - 30 Oct 2025)

The annual Jogyesa Chrysanthemum Festival is held at Jogyesa Temple in Seoul, walking distance from Insadong Shopping Street or 5 mins walk from Anguk Station. You can enjoy various beautiful chrysanthemum sculptures and cultural events during the festival.

Jogyesa Chrysanthemum Festival
KoreaToDo TOP PICKS - Tours, Activities & Discount Tickets

➥ Handpicked experiences by KoreaToDo for their uniqueness, value, popularity, price competitiveness and at times, tedious to reach by public transport.

Everland 1 Day Pass (instant QR Code for entry upon booking)

Everland 1 Day Pass (instant QR Code for entry upon booking)

4.8★

skip the line with Q-Pass

Samaksan Cable Car, Alpaca World & Nami Island Day Tour

Samaksan Cable Car, Alpaca World & Nami Island Day Tour

4.7★

longest cable car in Korea!

DMZ 3rd Invasion Tunnel & Gamaksan Suspension Bridge Day Tour

DMZ 3rd Invasion Tunnel & Gamaksan Suspension Bridge Day Tour

5.0★

150m long bridge across valley

eSIM South Korea with high-speed & stable Internet connection

eSIM South Korea with high-speed & stable Internet connection

4.6★

per day data/total data option

Suwon Hwaseong Fortress, Starfield Library & Gwangmyeong Cave Tour

Suwon Hwaseong Fortress, Starfield Library & Gwangmyeong Cave Tour

4.9★

UNESCO World Heritage Site

Private Transfer: Incheon Airport (ICN) to Seoul (1-3 or more pax/car)

Private Transfer: Incheon Airport (ICN) to Seoul (1-3 or more pax/car)

4.7★

Myeongdong, Hongdae, etc

Nami Island, Petite France, Italian Village & The Morning Calm Day Tour

Nami Island, Petite France, Italian Village & The Morning Calm Day Tour

4.8★

KORAIL PASS - KTX Train Ticket (Busan & other areas, 2-5 Days)

KORAIL PASS - KTX Train Ticket (Busan & other areas, 2-5 Days)

4.8★

instant pass & tourist exclusive!

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🎷 SEASONAL HOT PICKS🎷 Handpicked Experiences from Seoul

2026 K-World Dream Awards Ticket in Seoul

2026 K-World Dream Awards Ticket in Seoul

27 Aug 2026

₩302,500

catch top-tier K-pop artists live & up close

EDC Korea 2026 Ticket

EDC Korea 2026 Ticket

3 - 4 Oct 2026

₩270,000

Korea's largest electronic music festival

2026 SPOTV K-pop Awards Ticket in Seoul

2026 SPOTV K-pop Awards Ticket in Seoul

6 Sep 2026

₩201,300

witness the ultimate K-Pop celebration live

2026 NOL Festival Ticket: K-POP Stage & Transport

2026 NOL Festival Ticket: K-POP Stage & Transport

17 - 18 Oct 2026

₩150,000

high-energy K-POP live performances

2026 Asia Top Artist Festival Ticket in Seoul

2026 Asia Top Artist Festival Ticket in Seoul

19 - 20 Sep 2026

₩134,000

electrifying K-pop festival of the year!

[UNESCO] Pocheon Highlights Tour: Pink Sand, Y-Bridge & Art Valley

[UNESCO] Pocheon Highlights Tour: Pink Sand, Y-Bridge & Art Valley

₩74,000

incl. round trip monorail

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