Seoul International Flower Festival
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📍 Seoul Forest
Over 1.5 million flowers fill the Seoul Forest with themed gardens, floral art installations, and family-friendly activities. Open until May 11.
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April 2026 🟢 HAPPENING NOW
Lotus Lantern Festival
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📍 Namsan Park
Lanterns shaped like lotus flowers light the night sky in Namsan Park. Over 200,000 lanterns are released during the event.
January 2026
Seoul Lantern Festival
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📍 Cheonggyecheon Stream
A centuries-old tradition where over 100,000 handmade lanterns light up the Cheonggyecheon Stream. The festival coincides with Lunar New Year and features cultural performances and food stalls.
Seoul Winter Market
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📍 Myeongdong
A bustling winter market at Myeongdong with over 150 vendors selling Korean beauty products, street food, and winter fashion. Open daily from 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM.
February 2026
Seoul Lantern Festival
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📍 Hangang River
The festival continues into March with new lantern displays and night parades. Lanterns line the Hangang River and feature themes like Korean history and nature.
Seoul International Fireworks Festival
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📍 Han River Park
One of Asia’s largest fireworks displays with over 30,000 fireworks launched over the Han River. The event includes live music and a DJ set.
March 2026
Seoul Jazz Festival
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📍 Seoul Forest Park
Three days of jazz, soul, and R&B music with headliners like Robert Glasper and Gregory Porter. Held at Seoul Forest Park.
Bongeunsa Temple Market
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📍 Bongeunsa Temple
A peaceful Sunday market near Bongeunsa Temple with handmade crafts, vintage items, and organic food. Vendors include local designers and artisans.
May 2026
Seoul Children’s Day Parade
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📍 Gwanghwamun Square
A colorful parade through Gwanghwamun with giant puppets, floats, and performances by schoolchildren. Free balloons and face painting for kids.
Seoul Food Festival
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📍 Seoul Plaza
Held at Seoul Plaza, the festival showcases regional Korean cuisine from Gyeonggi, Jeju, and Busan. Try live kimchi-making and bulgogi grilling.
Seoul Lantern Festival
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📍 Cheonggyecheon Stream
The festival returns with new lantern designs and night parades along the Cheonggyecheon Stream. Lanterns depict Korean mythology and folklore.
June 2026
Seoul International Biryani Festival
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📍 COEX Exhibition Hall
A foodie favorite, this event features biryanis from across South Asia at the COEX Exhibition Hall. Over 30 vendors serve dishes from India, Pakistan, and Bangladesh.
Seoul Pride Parade
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📍 Gwanghwamun to Seoul Plaza
Asia’s largest LGBTQ+ pride parade starts at Gwanghwamun and ends at Seoul Plaza with speeches, music, and rainbow floats.
July 2026
Seoul Lantern Festival
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📍 Han River Park
Lanterns return along the Han River with new designs inspired by Korean folklore and pop culture. Night parades and cultural performances continue until July 12.
Seoul Jazz Festival
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📍 Seoul Forest
The summer edition of the festival features jazz legends and rising stars at Seoul Forest. Daytime sessions are free, nighttime shows require tickets.
Seoul Summer Market
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📍 Hongdae
A seasonal market at Hongdae with vintage clothes, handmade crafts, and street food. Open every weekend from 11:00 AM to 9:00 PM.
August 2026
Seoul Night Market
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📍 Hongdae
A nighttime version of the summer market, featuring neon-lit stalls and late-night food trucks. Popular for takoyaki, hotteok, and melon soft serve.
Seoul International Fireworks Festival
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📍 Han River Park
Celebrate Korea’s National Foundation Day with a fireworks display over the Han River. Over 20,000 fireworks launched in 10 minutes.
Seoul Lantern Festival
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📍 Namsan
Lanterns light up the Namsan area in honor of the full moon. Lanterns depict Korean history and are sold at nearby markets.
September 2026
Seoul International Biryani Festival
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📍 COEX Exhibition Hall
The fall edition of the biryani festival returns with new dishes and guest chefs. Popular vendors include Mumbai-based and Dhaka-based restaurants.