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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.
September October
40 mins from Seoul
62nd Suwon Hwaseong Festival
2026: TBA
free admission
(ref: 27 Sep - 4 Oct 2025)
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
2025 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.
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.
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