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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.

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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.

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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.

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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

1.5 hrs from Seoul

Yangju Cheonilhong Festival 2026 @Yangju Nari Farm

18 Sep - 25 Oct 2026

admission fee applies (free during festival)

Festival events: 26-27 Sep & 3-4Oct 2026

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

September October November

Pocheon, Gyeonggi

2026 Herb Island Pink Muhly Festival

19 Sep - 5 Nov 2026

admission fee applies

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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

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

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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

September October

Seoul

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

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)

October

Seoul

16th Jogyesa Chrysanthemum Festival

13 Oct - Nov 2026

free admission

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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.

16th Jogyesa Chrysanthemum Festival

October

Seoul

Seoul Silver Grass Festival 2026 @Haneul Park

17 - 23 Oct 2026

free admission

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With the Pampas grass in full bloom, the sky park is opened till late once a year and includes a variety of events and performances during the festival period.

Seoul Silver Grass Festival 2026 @Haneul Park

November

4 hrs from Seoul

2026 Pohang International Fireworks Festival

19 - 21 Nov 2026

free admission

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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

December January

Seoul

2026 Seoul Light Gwanghwamun

11 Dec 2026 - 3 Jan 2027

free admission

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Seoul Light Gwanghwamun is a world-class media art exhibition featuring light and music at Gwanghwamun Square, a symbolic space of Seoul, the capital of Korea.

2026 Seoul Light Gwanghwamun

November December

Seoul

Christmas in SeoulLand @Seoul Grand Park

2026: TBA

admission fee applies

(ref: mid Nov - Dec 2025)

Experience Christmas filled with sparkling lights and endless fun at Seoul Land. There are giant Christmas Tree photo zone, Holly's Christmas Market, Fire Pit Experience (marshmallows, rice cakes), Christmas performances, magical media art, dazzling light show and more.

Christmas in SeoulLand @Seoul Grand Park

November December

Chuncheon, GYEONGGI

MERRY BRICKSMAS @LEGOLAND Korea Resort

2026: TBA

admission fee applies

(ref: 21 Nov - 25 Dec 2025)

Fill this Christmas with fun at LEGOLAND Resort Korea from fun performance with Rudolph to Santa's secret event full of surprise gifts! A special Christmas moment where the whole family becomes the main character!

MERRY BRICKSMAS @LEGOLAND Korea Resort
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★

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KORAIL KTX High-Speed Train - Instant eTicketing

KORAIL KTX High-Speed Train - Instant eTicketing

4.7★

book up to 3 mths in advance

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🌾SEASONAL HOT PICKS🌾 Handpicked Experiences from Seoul

Mt. Naejangsan from Seoul

Mt. Naejangsan from Seoul

2 - 20 Nov 2026

₩77,000

optional drop off in Busan

Gamaksan Valley, Hanok Village, Haneul Park & Jingwansa Temple Day Tour

Gamaksan Valley, Hanok Village, Haneul Park & Jingwansa Temple Day Tour

16 Sep - 30 Nov 2026

₩56,000

magnificent view from Gamaksan Bridge

Elysian Winter Ski, Snowboard & Sled Day Tour

Elysian Winter Ski, Snowboard & Sled Day Tour

5 Dec - 7 Mar 2027

₩68,600

transfers✦scenic lift✦lesson✦lift pass

Seoraksan National Park & Sinheungsa Temple Day Tour

Seoraksan National Park & Sinheungsa Temple Day Tour

14 Sep - 13 Nov 2026

₩51,400

Korea’s top fall destination

Jeonju Hanok Village: Traditional Hanbok & Local Foodie Day Tour

Jeonju Hanok Village: Traditional Hanbok & Local Foodie Day Tour

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₩79,200

visit Korea’s iconic traditional hanok town

High1 Ski & Snow World Day Tour (Lounge Services, Lift & Gondola Pass)

High1 Ski & Snow World Day Tour (Lounge Services, Lift & Gondola Pass)

7 Dec - 19 Mar 2027

₩126,700

transfers✚clothes✚gear✚with/without lesson

Jangtaesan Forest, Sungsimdang Bakery & Hanbat Arboretum Autumn Day Tour

Jangtaesan Forest, Sungsimdang Bakery & Hanbat Arboretum Autumn Day Tour

9 - 27 Nov 2026

₩84,000

vibrant fall foliage & scenic landscapes

Sanjeong Lake, Apple Farm, Waterfall & Pocheon Herb Island Day Tour

Sanjeong Lake, Apple Farm, Waterfall & Pocheon Herb Island Day Tour

17 Sep - 30 Nov 2026

₩80,000

pink mullies bloom only in fall

Eobi Ice Valley, Strawberry Picking, Nami Island & Garden of Morning Calm Tour

Eobi Ice Valley, Strawberry Picking, Nami Island & Garden of Morning Calm Tour

16 Dec - 12 Mar 2027

₩98,000

incl. Morning Calm Lighting Festival

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