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.
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.
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.
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.
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!
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.
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.
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