TOP 66 Festivals in & from Seoul, Korea (2025 - 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 June
35 mins from Seoul
Everland Flower Carnival with Sanrio Characters
2026: TBA
admission fee applies
(ref: 21 Mar - 15 Jun 2025, Rose Festival: 16 May - 15 Jun 2025)
Enjoy the season of gorgeous flowers with cute Sanrio characters at Everland, Korea's largest theme park. Close to 100 different varieties of spring flowers, including roses, plum blossoms, cherry blossoms, 1.2 million tulips and daffodils.
March April
Changwon, Gyeongsangnam
The 64nd Jinhae Gunhangje Cherry Blossom Festival
2026: TBA
free admission
(ref: 28 Mar - 6 Apr 2025)
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
Seoul
Eungbongsan Mountain Forsythia Festival 2026
2026: TBA
free admission
(ref: 26 - 30 Mar 2025)
Marvel at the Yellow Forsythia in full bloom at Eungbongsan Mountain with gorgeous view of Han River and trains from the mountain. Fun activities, live concert and performances will be held during the spring festival.
March April
1 hr from Seoul
Hwadam Botanic Garden Spring Daffodil Festival
2026: TBA
admission fee applies
(ref: 28 Mar - 30 Apr 2025)
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
Seoul
8th Yangjaecheon Cherry Blossom & Lantern Festival
2026: TBA
free admission
(ref: 3 - 27 Apr 2025)
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
Gyeongju
2026 Gyeongju Daereungwon Stone Wall Road Festival
2026: TBA
free admission
(ref: 4 - 6 Apr 2025, 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.
April
2 hrs from Seoul
2026 Nami Island Friends Flower Festival
2026: TBA
admission fee applies
(ref: 5 - 20 Apr 2025)
Besides cherry blossoms and spring flowers, enjoy a series of events (e.g. Forest Market for cute handicrafts, Flower Party for performances & picnics, photo zones, seasonal food, etc) held at Nami Island during the annual Cherry Blossom Festival in spring.
April May
3 hrs from Seoul
2026 Taean World Tulip Flower Festival
2026: TBA
admission fee applies
(ref: 8 Apr - 6 May 2025)
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
Incheon
2026 Incheon Jayu Park Cherry Blossom Festival
2026: TBA
free admission
(ref: 12 Apr 2025, 13:00 - 20:30)
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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