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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.

October

Seoul

Seoul Silver Grass Festival 2026 @ Haneul Park

2026: TBA

free admission, 10:00-21:00

(ref: 18 - 24 Oct 2025, night lighting 19:00 - 21:00)

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 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

November December

40 mins from Seoul

The Everland of Oz: X'Mas Fantasy @Everland Theme Park

2026: TBA

admission fee applies

(ref: 28 Nov - 31 Dec 2025)

Usher in the holiday season with Everland's Christmas-themed festival, "The Everland of Oz: X-Mas Fantasy". Programs include Christmas parade featuring Santa & Rudolph, Very Merry Santa Village performances, Christmas-themed Emerald City photo zone & more.

The Everland of Oz: X'Mas Fantasy @Everland Theme Park

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

December January

Seoul

Seoul Light DDP: New Year's Countdown

31 Dec 2025 - 1 Jan 2026

free admission

23:00 - 00:30

Join in DDP's 2025 New Year countdown with artist performances, New Year's Eve Fireworks Show, Special media facade and New Year Wishes Message.

Seoul Light DDP: New Year's Countdown

December Janurary

Seoul

New Year's Eve Bell-Ringing Ceremony @Bosingak Bell Pavilion

31 Dec 2025 - 1 Jan 2026

free admission

22:50 - 00:20

The annual New Year's Eve Bell-Ringing Ceremony at Bosingak Bell Pavilion (Jongno, SEOUL) features a variety of performances to the historic bell ringing 33 times on midnight, signifying the wishes for peace and good fortune for the new year.

New Year's Eve Bell-Ringing Ceremony @Bosingak Bell Pavilion

December January

Seoul

2026 Sinchon Countdown Concert

31 Dec 2025 - 1 Jan 2026

free admission

22:00 - 00:30

Countdown to the New Year together at Sinchon! Enjoy the concert, food and entertainment.

2026 Sinchon Countdown Concert

January

Seoul

2026 Eungbongsan Sunrise Festival in the Year of the Horse

1 Jan 2026

free admission

7:00

Celebrate the well-being and happiness of the new year with the Seongdong-gu residents, including performances at the Octagonal Pavilion.

2026 Eungbongsan Sunrise Festival in the Year of the Horse

January

Seoul

Ansan Sunrise Event 2026

1 Jan 2026

free admission

6:30 - 8:30

Have a memorable New Year Sunrise watching experience at Seodaemun-gu's Ansan Bongsudae, summit of Mt. Ansan and a relatively easier mountain to reach. Get rewarded with panoramic view of Seoul this new year.

Ansan Sunrise Event 2026
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

4.6★

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

4.7★

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★

​​Korea Rail Pass (KR PASS): KTX Bullet Trains to Busan & others (2, 3, 4 or 5 Days)

​​Korea Rail Pass (KR PASS): KTX Bullet Trains to Busan & others (2, 3, 4 or 5 Days)

4.8★

instant pass & tourist exclusive!

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🏂 SEASONAL HOT PICKS🏂 Handpicked Experiences from Seoul

Vivaldi Park Ski Resort Day Ski Tour (Lesson, Ski Suits & Equipment)

Vivaldi Park Ski Resort Day Ski Tour (Lesson, Ski Suits & Equipment)

5 Dec - 8 Mar 2026

₩95,100

shuttle bus✦ski✦snowbard✦lesson

High1 Ski Resort: Snow World Winter Playground Day Tour (Lounge Services)

High1 Ski Resort: Snow World Winter Playground Day Tour (Lounge Services)

24 Dec - 28 Feb 2026

₩70,000

transfers✚gondola✚sled✚playground

Elysian Gangchon Ski Resort, Eobi Ice Valley & Nami Island Day Tour

Elysian Gangchon Ski Resort, Eobi Ice Valley & Nami Island Day Tour

22 Dec - 28 Feb 2026

₩52,600

sightseeing✦sled✦ski lesson

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

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

15 Dec - 13 Mar 2026

₩100,000

incl. Morning Calm Lighting Festival

Elysian Gangchon Ski & Glamping Experience (2D1N, Starlight Caravan)

Elysian Gangchon Ski & Glamping Experience (2D1N, Starlight Caravan)

6 Dec - 4 Mar 2026

₩193,300

transfers✚ski clothing✚gear✚lessons✚stay

Eobi Ice Valley, Alpaca World, Nami & Garden of Morning Calm Light Festival

Eobi Ice Valley, Alpaca World, Nami & Garden of Morning Calm Light Festival

15 Dec - 15 Mar 2026

₩101,200

experience Korea’s best winter fun!

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