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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.

December January February March

2 hrs from Seoul

Garden of Morning Calm Light Festival 2025

1 Dec 2024 - 16 Mar 2025

admission fee applies

17:00-21:00 (till 23:00 on Saturdays)

The biggest festival of lights in Korea! The annual Lighting Festival at The Garden of Morning Calm covers over 330,000 sqm and 30,000 lights, turning the snowy ground into a winter wonderland on sunset.

Garden of Morning Calm Light Festival 2025

March

Seoul

Eungbongsan Mountain Forsythia Festival 2025

2025: TBA

free admission

(ref: 21 - 23 Mar 2024)

Marvel at the Yellow Forsythia in full bloom at Eungbongsan Mountain with gorgeous view of Han River and trains from the mountain. Fun activities, live concert and performances will be held during the spring festival.

Eungbongsan Mountain Forsythia Festival 2025

March April

Changwon, Gyeongsangnam

The 63nd Jinhae Gunhangje Cherry Blossom Festival

2025: TBA

free admission

(ref: 23 Mar - 1 Apr 2024)

Jinhae Gunhangje Cherry Blossom Festival is the biggest spring festival in Korea with over 360,000 Yoshino cherry trees in bloom. You can enjoy beautiful cherry blossoms at the famous Yeojwacheon Stream, Gyeonghwa Station Cherry Blossom Road, etc.

The 63nd Jinhae Gunhangje Cherry Blossom Festival

March

Seoul

Seokchon Lake Cherry Blossom Festival 2025

2025: TBA

free admission

(ref: 27 - 31 Mar 2024)

Over 1000 cherry blossom trees lined the entire lake for a breathtaking experience with Lotte World Magic Island in the background. Watch the cherry blossom trees lit up brilliantly at night too!

Seokchon Lake Cherry Blossom Festival 2025

March April

Seoul

7th Yangjaecheon Cherry Blossom & Lantern Festival

2025: TBA

free admission

(ref: 29 Mar - 28 Apr 2024)

A great local cherry blossoms hideout, away from the mainstream tourists. Walk on the well-paved road from Yangjae Citizen's Forest Station (exit 1), along the beautiful Yangjaecheon Stream and ending at Dogok Station (or earlier at Maebong Station).

7th Yangjaecheon Cherry Blossom & Lantern Festival

March April

1 hr from Seoul

Hwadam Botanic Garden Spring Daffodil Festival

2025: TBA

admission fee applies

(ref: 29 Mar - 28 Apr 2024)

Hwadam Botanic Garden (/Hwadam Forest) is a 'Top 100 Must-Visit Tourist Spots in Korea' with scenic monorail rides in the ecological park. In spring, it held its popular Daffodil Festival. Other spring flowers in bloom include Cherry Blossoms and Azaleas.

Hwadam Botanic Garden Spring Daffodil Festival

March April

Seoul

Yeongdeungpo Yeouido Spring Flower Festival 2025

2025: TBA

free admission

(ref: 29 Mar - 2 Apr 2024)

The most well-known cherry blossom festival in Seoul! The festival is famous for its 1,886 Korean Cherry trees that stretches 1.7km long on Yeouiseo-ro (road) with easy access on Seoul subway.

Yeongdeungpo Yeouido Spring Flower Festival 2025

April

Seoul

2025 Seoul Grand Park Cherry Blossom Festival

2025: TBA

free admission to Lake District

(ref: 5 - 7 Apr 2024)

A huge park with pleasant surprises for cherry blossoms & spring festivals. 2km long Cherry Blossoms path around the lake with night time viewing available during the festival period.

2025 Seoul Grand Park Cherry Blossom Festival

April

2 hrs from Seoul

2025 Nami Island Friends Flower Festival

2025: TBA

admission fee applies

(ref: 6 - 21 Apr 2023)

Besides cherry blossoms and spring flowers, enjoy a series of events (e.g. Forest Market for cute handicrafts, Flower Party for performances & picnics, photo zones, seasonal food, etc) held at Nami Island during the annual Cherry Blossom Festival in spring.

2025 Nami Island Friends Flower Festival

April May

3 hrs from Seoul

2025 Taean World Tulip Flower Festival

2025: TBA

admission fee applies

(ref: 10 Apr - 7 May 2024)

Taean World Tulip Flower Festival is one of the top 5 tulip festivals in the world. Over 200 types of tulips, including flamingo, lambada, red proud tulip will be on full display at Korea Flower Park in Taean, South Chungcheong Province.

2025 Taean World Tulip Flower Festival

April May

2 hrs from Seoul

Spring Flower Festival @ Garden of Morning Calm

2025: TBA

admission fee applies

(ref: 19 Apr - 26 May 2024)

Enjoy the sea of flowers (tulips, daffodils, azaleas, etc) and trees (magnolia, plum, cherry blossom, etc) in full bloom this spring at the botanical garden.

Spring Flower Festival @ Garden of Morning Calm

April

51 mins from Seoul

Gunpo Royal Azalea Festival

2025: TBA

free admission

(ref: 20 - 28 Apr 2024)

A representative spring flower festival in Gunpo, Gyeonggi where 200,000 azalea trees are in full bloom at Azalea Garden. Various festival events will be held at nearby Azalea Park, Chomakgol Ecological Park and Sanbon Rodeo Street too.💡3 mins walk straight from Surisan Station.

Gunpo Royal Azalea Festival
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