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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.

June

Seoul

2026 Seoul Park Music Festival @Olympic Park

2026: TBA

admission fee applies

(ref: 28 - 29 Jun 2025)

Enjoy the music festival at Olympic Park (88 Lawn, KSPO DOME) in Seoul with the largest picnic in town and performances from popular artists.
JAZZ ◆ POP ◆ ACOUSTIC ◆ INDIE ROCK ◆ R&B

2026 Seoul Park Music Festival @Olympic Park

July

3.5 hrs from Seoul

2026 Daegu Chimac Festival

2026: TBA

free admission

(ref: 2 - 6 Jul 2025)

Get to this exciting annual chicken and beer event held at Duryu Park, Daegu with the country's best artists of the year performing live throughout the day.

2026 Daegu Chimac Festival

July

Seoul

WATERBOMB Festival 2026 (Seoul)

2026: TBA

admission fee applies

(ref: 4 - 6 Jul 2025)

Blast away the summer heat at this water dance music festival, WATERBOMB in Seoul. Enjoy live performances by trendy hip-hop artists, K-POP stars and explosive EDM from overseas DJs!

WATERBOMB Festival 2026 (Seoul)

July August

3 hrs from Seoul

Boryeong Mud Festival 2026

2026: TBA

admission fee applies

(ref: 25 Jul - 10 Aug 2025)

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!

Boryeong Mud Festival 2026

August

Incheon

Incheon Pentaport Rock Festival 2026 @Songdo Moonlight Festival Park

2026: TBA

admission fee applies

(ref: 1 - 3 Aug 2025)

The Incheon Pentaport Rock Festival, held every summer in August with performances from popular bands from home and abroad. Located at Songdo Moonlight Festival Park in Incheon. Short walk from Songdo Moonlight Festival Park Station (Incheon Line 1, exit 4).

Incheon Pentaport Rock Festival 2026 @Songdo Moonlight Festival Park

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.

2026 Hangang River Festival Summer

August

Incheon

2026 Songdo Beer Festival @Songdo Moonlight Festival Park

2026: TBA

free admission

(ref: 22 - 30 Aug 2025)

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 October

Seoul

2025 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).

2025 Han River Light Performance Drone Light Show (2nd Half)

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.

Seoul Forest Jazz Festival 2026

September October November

Pocheon, Gyeonggi

2025 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.

2025 Herb Island Pink Muhly Festival

September October

1.5 hrs from Seoul

Yangju Cheonilhong Festival 2025 @ 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 2025 @ Yangju Nari Farm

September

Seoul

Seoul International Fireworks Festival 2026

2026: TBA

free admission

(ref: 27 Sep 2025)

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
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