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TOP 58 Festivals in & from Seoul, Korea (2025)

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.

May June

Seoul

25th Seoul Grand Park Rose Garden Festival

2025: TBA

admission fee applies

(ref: 26 May - 4 Jun 2024)

The Seoul Grand Park Rose Garden Festival is a hot spot for taking beautiful pictures of roses in full bloom and memorable photos at the many fun photo zones! The festival offers a variety of programs such as rose garden painting on mini-canvas, magic performance, etc.

25th Seoul Grand Park Rose Garden Festival

May June

Seoul

Seoul Jazz Festival 2025 @Olympic Park

2025: TBA

admission fee applies

(ref: 31 May - 2 Jun 2024)

The 16th Seoul Jazz Festival will be held at 4 venues located in Seoul's Olympic Park. The 3 days live music performances will feature around 60 local and internationally-acclaimed artists.

Seoul Jazz Festival 2025 @Olympic Park

May June

4 hrs from Seoul

Pohang International Fireworks Festival 2025

2025: TBA

free admission

(ref: 31 May - 2 Jun 2024)

Pohang International Fire & Light Festival is one of the Top 3 firework festivals in Korea. Festival programs include the international fireworks show, light drone show, international fireworks contest, street parade, local market, etc.

Pohang International Fireworks Festival 2025

June July

Gapyeong, GYEONGGI

2025 Hydrangea Festival @ The Garden of Morning Calm

2025: TBA

admission fee applies

(ref: 15 Jun - 14 Jul 2024)

One of Korea's major botanical gardens, The Garden of Morning Calm promotes the beauty of hydrangeas in their gorgeous summer garden in June and July.

2025 Hydrangea Festival @ The Garden of Morning Calm

June July August

35 mins from Seoul

2025 Summer Water Fun Festival @Everland

2025: TBA

admission fee applies

(ref: 21 Jun - 25 Aug 2024)

Korea's largest theme park, Everland runs its annual summer festival with water performances, light shows, concert and many other game activities for visitors of all ages.

2025 Summer Water Fun Festival @Everland

June July August

1.5 hrs from Seoul

2025 Lotus Flower Cultural Festival @Semiwon Garden

2025: TBA

admission fee applies

(ref: 28 Jun - 15 Aug 2024)

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.

2025 Lotus Flower Cultural Festival @Semiwon Garden

June

Seoul

2025 Seoul Park Music Festival @Olympic Park

2025: TBA

admission fee applies

(ref: 29 - 30 Jun 2024)

Enjoy the music festival in Seoul with the largest picnic in town and performances from popular artists.

2025 Seoul Park Music Festival @Olympic Park

July

3.5 hrs from Seoul

2025 Daegu Chimac Festival

2025: TBA

admission fee applies

(ref: 3 - 7 Jul 2024)

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.

2025 Daegu Chimac Festival

July

Seoul

WATERBOMB Festival 2025 (Seoul)

2025: TBA

admission fee applies

(ref: 5 - 7 Jul 2024)

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 2025 (Seoul)

July August

3 hrs from Seoul

Boryeong Mud Festival 2025

2025: TBA

admission fee applies

(ref: 19 Jul - 4 Aug 2024)

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 2025

August

Incheon

Incheon Pentaport Rock Festival 2025

2025: TBA

admission fee applies

(ref: 2 - 4 Aug 2024)

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 2025

July August

Seoul

2025 Hangang River Festival Summer

2025: TBA

free admission

(ref: 26 Jul - 11 Aug 2024)

Enjoy the best of summer at the parks along Han River (e.g. Yeouido Hangang Park, Ttukseom Hangang Park & Banpo Hangang Park). Visitors can participate in any of the programs organised, from water sports, music picnic, movie night, starlight theatre to performances.

2025 Hangang River Festival Summer
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4.6★

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Suwon Hwaseong Fortress, Starfield Library Suwon & Gwangmyeong Cave Tour

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5.0★

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4.7★

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Everland 1 Day Pass (instant QR Code for entry upon booking)

Everland 1 Day Pass (instant QR Code for entry upon booking)

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Private Transfer: Incheon Airport (ICN) to Seoul (1-3 or more pax/car)

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4.7★

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DMZ 3rd Invasion Tunnel & Majang Lake Suspension Bridge Day Tour

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4.8★

instant pass & tourist exclusive!

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₩66,400

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

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

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₩71,800

incl. Morning Calm Lighting Festival

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

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₩61,400

sightseeing✦sled✦ski lesson

Eobi Ice Valley, Strawberry Picking, Nami Island & Gangchon Rail Bike Day Tour

Eobi Ice Valley, Strawberry Picking, Nami Island & Gangchon Rail Bike Day Tour

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₩101,500

pick & taste Korea's sweet strawberries

Yongpyong Ski Resort (Balwangsan Cable Car) & Samyang Ranch Day Tour

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₩85,300

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