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
1.5 hrs from Seoul
2026 Lotus Flower Cultural Festival @Semiwon Garden
2026: TBA
admission fee applies
(ref: 27 Jun - 10 Aug 2025)
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.
August
Seoul
2026 Hangang River Festival Summer
2026: TBA
free admission
(ref: 1 - 17 Aug 2025)
Enjoy the best of summer at the parks along Han River (e.g. Mangwon Hangang Park). Visitors can participate in any of the programs organised, from water sports, music picnic, movie night, starlight theatre to performances.
September October
Seoul
2026 Han River Light Performance Drone Light Show (2nd Half)
2026: TBA
free admission
(ref: 6 Sep - 18 Oct 2025, Drone Light Show 20:00 - 20:15)
Enjoy spectacular show put up by 1000 drones, lighting up the night sky of Seoul at Ttukseom Hangang Park's waterside stage. Dates for 2H2024: 28 Sep (Sat), 4 Oct (Fri), 9 Oct (Wed & PH), 26 Oct (Sat) & 2 Nov (Sat). Cultural Performance (17:00-20:00), Drone Light Show (20:00-20:15) & Cultural Performance (20:15-20:45).
September
Seoul
Seoul Forest Jazz Festival 2026
2026: TBA
admission fee applies
(ref: 19 - 21 Sep 2025)
Nature, Music & Love. The annual festival transforms Seoul Forest into a jazz haven, featuring an impressive array of performances from renowned artists. With the inclusions of designated pet-friendly zones, pet families can enjoy the concert with their furry friends.
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.
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!
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.
September October
40 mins from Seoul
Suwon Media Art Festival @Suwon Hwaseong Fortress
2026: TBA
free admission
(ref: 27 Sep - 12 Oct 2025, 19:00 - 22:00)
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.
September October
Seoul
2026 Car-Free Submersible Bridge Ttukbuk Ttukbuk Festival (2nd Half)
2026: TBA
free admission
(ref: 28 Sep - 26 Oct 2025, Sunday, 13:00 - 21:00, vehicle control 11:00 - 23:00)
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.
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.
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