Events

Events in Korea

Find what is happening, when it happens, where to go, and where to check official information before visiting.

Let’s Go! Tidal Flat City: Children’s Special Exhibition

Let’s Go! Tidal Flat City: Children’s Special Exhibition is listed by Incheon Tour and is held at Incheon Urban History Museum. Designed for children and families, the exhibition explores how tidal flats, coastal ecology, and urban life are connected in Incheon. The official dates are December 09, 2025 to December 31, 2026. Check the source before visiting for opening hours, ticket availability, age restrictions, and reservation instructions. Event operations and venue guidance may be mainly in Korean, so keep the Korean address available for taxis or map applications. Incheon venues can be spread across Songdo, the open-port district, and other boroughs. Confirm the nearest subway or bus stop rather than relying only on the city name. Outdoor festivals may adjust programs because of heat, rain, wind, or crowd-control measures.

Dec 9, 2025 - Dec 31, 2026 Incheon / Incheon Urban History Museum Museum admission guidance applies

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DDP Architecture Tour

A guided architecture tour of Dongdaemun Design Plaza, starting from the DDP Museum 1F tour desk. A good low-friction pick for travelers who want to understand one of Seoul's most recognizable design landmarks.

Jan 2, 2026 - Dec 31, 2026 Seoul / DDP Museum 1F Tour Desk Free

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DDP Dream in Light

A nighttime light program across the front of DDP, the Yugu exhibition area, and the Mire-ro upper deck. Easy to drop into after dinner around Dongdaemun.

Jan 9, 2026 - Dec 31, 2026 Seoul / DDP Free

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2026 Namsangol Traditional Experience: Artist’s Time

Artist’s Time offers hands-on Korean traditional arts activities inside the historic houses of Namsangol Hanok Village. Programs include needlework, bojagi wrapping-cloth craft, mother-of-pearl craft, hanji paper craft, Korean dessert making, ornaments, and bow making. Regular programs are scheduled on Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays in six 50-minute sessions between 10:00 and 16:00, excluding the 12:00–13:00 lunch break. The program does not operate in July and August. Group tea ceremony and etiquette programs may be arranged separately for groups of 10 or more. Reservations should be made in advance, and prices vary by activity. Dates: April 3–October 25, 2026 Summer pause: No operation in July and August Venue: Traditional houses inside Namsangol Hanok Village Inquiry: 02-6358-5533

Apr 3, 2026 - Oct 25, 2026 Seoul / Namsangol Hanok Village Fees vary by program

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2026 Seoul Outdoor Library

The Seoul Outdoor Library turns three central Seoul public spaces into relaxed reading areas: Read at Seoul Plaza, Gwanghwamun Book Yard, and Read at the Clear Stream along Cheonggyecheon. Visitors can browse books and enjoy a city-center “story park” where reading, nature, and culture come together. The outdoor areas generally operate Friday through Sunday, with daytime and evening sessions. The outdoor program does not operate in July and August and is scheduled to resume afterward. Hours and operating days may change because of heat, rain, or other events, so check the official calendar before visiting. Dates: April 23–November 1, 2026 Outdoor hours: Friday–Sunday, generally 11:00–18:00 daytime or 16:00–22:00 evening Summer pause: No outdoor operation in July and August Admission: Free

Apr 23, 2026 - Nov 1, 2026 Seoul / Seoul Plaza, Gwanghwamun Square and Cheonggyecheon Stream Free admission

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Incheon Gugak Friday Lecture Concert Series 2026

Incheon Gugak Friday Lecture Concert Series 2026 is listed by Incheon Tour and is held at Incheon Gugak Center. The series makes Korean traditional music approachable by combining live performance with commentary and introductions to instruments, rhythm, and contemporary interpretation. The official dates are April 24, 2026 to October 23, 2026. Check the source before visiting for opening hours, ticket availability, age restrictions, and reservation instructions. Event operations and venue guidance may be mainly in Korean, so keep the Korean address available for taxis or map applications. Incheon venues can be spread across Songdo, the open-port district, and other boroughs. Confirm the nearest subway or bus stop rather than relying only on the city name. Outdoor festivals may adjust programs because of heat, rain, wind, or crowd-control measures.

Apr 24, 2026 - Oct 23, 2026 Incheon / Incheon Gugak Center Check individual concert admission

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Kikni Special Exhibition: Between What Was Drawn and Lived

A paid special exhibition at DDP Museum Exhibition Hall 1 by illustrator Kikni, built around warm everyday stories and drawings.

Apr 25, 2026 - Sep 6, 2026 Seoul / DDP Museum Exhibition Hall 1 Adults 22,000 KRW; teens 15,000 KRW; children 13,000 KRW. Check the official page for details.

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2026 Seoul International Garden Show

The 2026 Seoul International Garden Show presents large public gardens, exhibitions, and K-culture programs under the theme “Seoul, Green Culture.” The main program runs at Seoul Forest, with an autumn special garden culture festival scheduled at Maeheon Citizens’ Forest from October 1 to 27. Visitors can explore garden installations and public cultural programs over an extended season. Program locations and operating details may change during the event period, so check the official Seoul tourism information before visiting. Dates: May 1–October 27, 2026 Main venue: Seoul Forest Autumn special program: Maeheon Citizens’ Forest, October 1–27

May 1, 2026 - Oct 27, 2026 Seoul / Seoul Forest and Maeheon Citizens’ Forest Free admission; selected programs may require separate registration

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2026 Seoul Taekwondo Performance

A free Seoul taekwondo performance program held at venues including Namsangol Hanok Village and DDP. Strong pick for visitors looking for a Korean performance without a complex booking flow.

May 9, 2026 - Oct 18, 2026 Seoul / Namsangol Hanok Village, DDP and other venues Free

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2026 K-Summer Dopamine Festival

Seoul Land's summer festival combines Water Wars water battles, pirate circus performances, K-music water shows, horror-themed missions, K-busking, Luna light shows, K-pop fireworks, and mirrorball dance time. The official notice describes it as a full summer program with water, spooky night experiences, and K-culture entertainment at Seoul Land.

Jun 27, 2026 - Aug 30, 2026 Gwacheon / Seoul Land Seoul Land admission or applicable attraction fees are required. Some horror attraction experiences may require separate on-site reservation or payment. Check the official notice and ticket page before visiting.

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2026 Byeolbada Busan Night Festa

Byeolbada Busan Night Festa gathers evening tourism programs that showcase the city after dark, from waterfront scenery to performances and themed experiences. It functions as an umbrella season across multiple districts.\n\nDates and area\n- July 1–December 31, 2026\n- Participating night-tourism locations across Busan\n\nVisitor notes\n- Programs run on selected dates within the overall period. Confirm each activity’s venue, operating time, reservation rules, and fee before visiting.\n- Late-night return transport varies by district.

Jul 1, 2026 - Dec 31, 2026 Busan / Multiple Busan night-tourism venues Many programs are free; selected experiences may charge

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Let’s Run Park Busan-Gyeongnam SUN the Water Festival

A seasonal water-play program turns Let’s Run Park Busan-Gyeongnam into a family summer destination. The event combines cooling attractions with the park’s spacious outdoor setting.\n\nDates and venue\n- July 4–August 17, 2026\n- Let’s Run Park Busan-Gyeongnam\n\nVisitor notes\n- Water-play hours, weekly closures, admission, clothing rules, and age or height limits should be checked in advance.\n- Bring suitable sun protection and follow on-site safety instructions.

Jul 4, 2026 - Aug 17, 2026 Busan / Let’s Run Park Busan-Gyeongnam Park admission or program fees may apply

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Pokémon Mega Festa 2026 in Busan: Relaxing Vacation

Pokémon-themed installations and visitor programs bring a playful vacation atmosphere to Busan during the peak summer season. The event is spread across designated participating locations rather than a single conventional festival site.\n\nDates and area\n- July 10–August 9, 2026\n- Participating venues in Busan\n\nVisitor notes\n- Activities, operating dates, queues, and purchase conditions can differ by location. Check the official listing before choosing where and when to visit.

Jul 10, 2026 - Aug 9, 2026 Busan / Participating Busan venues General viewing is free; merchandise or selected activities cost extra

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Concert

PSY SUMMERSWAG 2026 Tour

PSY SUMMERSWAG 2026 is a nationwide summer concert tour listed on NOL Interpark Ticket. The bridge page collects regional performances and booking links for the tour. Upcoming tour dates shown on the official Interpark page - Incheon: July 11, 2026 at Incheon Asiad Main Stadium - Seoul Grand Park: July 17-18, 2026 at Seoul Grand Park Parking Plaza - Wonju: July 25, 2026 at Wonju Sports Complex - Suwon: August 1-2, 2026 at Suwon World Cup Stadium Auxiliary Field - Gwangju: August 8, 2026 at Chosun University Main Stadium - Busan: August 15-16, 2026 at Busan Asiad Main Stadium - Daejeon: August 22-23, 2026 at Mokwon University Main Ground Notes - This is a paid concert. Ticket availability, seat inventory, prices, and sales status can differ by region. - Some earlier tour stops shown on the bridge page may already be closed. - Check the official NOL Interpark Ticket page before booking or visiting.

Jul 11, 2026 - Aug 23, 2026 Nationwide / Multiple venues across Korea Check official Interpark listing

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Concert

NANTA Show Seoul: Korea’s nonverbal kitchen percussion performance

NANTA is one of Korea’s best-known nonverbal performances, blending the rhythm of traditional samulnori with fast, comic stage action set inside a kitchen. The show uses knives, cutting boards, pots, pans, and everyday kitchen tools as percussion instruments, so visitors can enjoy the energy without needing Korean-language fluency. It is a strong pick for first-time Seoul travelers, families, couples, and groups who want a Korean cultural performance that is easy to follow. Klook ticket options may vary by date, seat class, and theater. Seoul performances are commonly offered at Myeongdong and Hongdae NANTA Theatre options, so check the selected venue carefully before booking.

Jul 11, 2026 - Dec 31, 2026 Seoul / NANTA Theatre Seoul (Myeongdong or Hongdae option) Paid ticket - check Klook for date, seat class, and theater option

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Ultra Department Store Busan: Text Shopping Club

Text Shopping Club is a long-running cultural exhibition program that treats words, reading, and browsing as a playful shopping experience. It offers an indoor creative stop during a Busan itinerary.\n\nDates and venue\n- July 17–November 1, 2026\n- A designated cultural exhibition venue in Busan\n\nVisitor notes\n- Opening days and hours may vary during the exhibition period. Confirm the exact venue, closures, admission policy, and any reservation requirement on the official listing.

Jul 17, 2026 - Nov 1, 2026 Busan / Busan cultural exhibition venue Check the official listing for admission details

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Seoul Summer Beach

Seoul Summer Beach is one of Seoul's signature summer festivals, turning the heart of the city into a cool urban vacation spot. The 2026 edition will be held under the slogan "Wave Summer, Play Seoul" at Gwanghwamun Square and Sejongno Park. Visitors can cool off in the Water Play Zone, which features pools, water slides, water buckets, and bounce pools. The Play Wave Zone offers a sand play area, shaded rest spaces, and a relaxed summer atmosphere for families, friends, travelers, and local residents. The festival will also include promotional programs, visitor events, a flea market, and food trucks, giving guests plenty to enjoy before or after the water activities. Dates: July 20 to August 9, 2026 Location: Gwanghwamun Square and Sejongno Park, 175 Sejong-daero, Jongno-gu, Seoul Admission: Free Organizers: Seoul Metropolitan Government and Seoul Tourism Organization Inquiry: 02-6941-0645 Official Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/seoulsummerbeach/ Source: Korea Tourism Organization, last updated June 26, 2026. Program details may change depending on on-site conditions, so please check the official channel before visiting.

Jul 20, 2026 - Aug 9, 2026 Seoul / Gwanghwamun Square and Sejongno Park Free

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Balcony Music Show and Street Festa

This extended city program brings music and street performances into everyday urban spaces in Busan. Visitors can encounter small-scale live stages across multiple dates rather than at one single festival ground.\n\nDates and area\n- July 25–December 19, 2026\n- Selected venues and streets across Busan\n\nVisitor notes\n- Performances occur on selected dates within the listed period, not continuously. Check the official schedule for the exact venue and time of each session.\n- Outdoor events may be adjusted for weather.

Jul 25, 2026 - Dec 19, 2026 Busan / Multiple Busan venues Free unless otherwise noted for an individual program

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Pyeongdae Sunset Badang Live

A relaxed live-music program meets the sunset on the coast of Pyeongdae. The event offers two individual seaside performances, making it a simple evening addition to an eastern Jeju itinerary.\n\nPerformance dates\n- July 29 and August 12, 2026\n- Pyeongdae coastal area, Jeju\n\nVisitor notes\n- The date range represents two performances, not a continuous daily event.\n- Admission is free. Check the exact stage location, start time, and weather notice on the official page before visiting.

Jul 29, 2026 - Aug 12, 2026 Jeju / Pyeongdae coastal area Free

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2026 North Port Ocean SUP Festa

North Port becomes a stage for stand-up paddleboarding and waterfront leisure during this summer marine festival. The program highlights Busan’s redeveloped harbor scenery alongside on-water activities.\n\nDates and venue\n- July 31–August 9, 2026\n- Busan North Port waterfront\n\nVisitor notes\n- Program participation may require advance booking, a fee, age limits, or safety equipment.\n- Confirm individual session times and weather-related cancellations before traveling.

Jul 31, 2026 - Aug 9, 2026 Busan / Busan North Port Festival viewing is free; activity fees may apply

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2026 Hangang Festival – Summer

2026 Hangang Festival – Summer is held at 11 Hangang parks and riverside venues in Seoul. The summer edition combines waterside recreation, evening music, family activities, and special programs such as creative boat racing and overnight viewing experiences. The event runs from August 01, 2026 to August 16, 2026. Program schedules, admission conditions, and reservation rules can differ by activity, so visitors should review the official listing before setting out. Information at the venue may be provided mainly in Korean, although major city festivals are generally manageable with a translation app and advance planning. Allow extra travel time during busy periods and use public transportation where possible. Outdoor sessions may be changed or cancelled because of weather or safety conditions. Follow the official source for final operating hours, detailed lineups, accessibility information, and any registration notices.

Aug 1, 2026 - Aug 16, 2026 Seoul / 11 Hangang parks and riverside venues Program-specific fees may apply

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