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Events in Korea

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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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installation

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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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 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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family

Baby Shark Secret Invitation: Becoming Shark

A family-oriented Baby Shark exhibition at DDP Museum Exhibition Hall 2, with discounted early-bird pricing listed by the official source.

Jun 18, 2026 - Jul 31, 2026 Seoul / DDP Museum Exhibition Hall 2 Early-bird 40% discount listed at 13,800 KRW. Check the official page for current ticket details.
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Festival

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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DDP Busking: July Performance Schedule

Free busking performances around DDP Oullim Square and Palgeori through July, useful for travelers already exploring Dongdaemun in the evening.

Jul 1, 2026 - Jul 31, 2026 Seoul / DDP Oullim Square and Palgeori Free
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Concert

2026 Yeowoorak Festival

The National Theater of Korea's representative summer festival returns with Korean music at its center. Yeowoorak, meaning "Here is our music", brings together Korean musicians and artists from many fields for bold collaborations and twelve different musical islands to explore.

Jul 3, 2026 - Jul 25, 2026 Seoul / National Theater of Korea Haneul Theater and Daloreum Theater All seats 35,000 KRW. Foreigner discount 10%. Check official booking page for discount details.
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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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Festival

Gwangalli M Drone Light Show

Gwangalli M Drone Light Show is a free drone light show held at Gwangalli Beach in Busan. The official July program features themed Saturday night shows with two performances each evening. July 2026 program - July 11: Gwangalli Beach with SpongeBob - July 18: The Taste of Korea - July 25: Pokemon Knock Knock Vacation in Gwangalli Time - Summer season, March to September: 8:00 PM and 10:00 PM - Two shows every Saturday Venue - Gwangalli Beach, Busan Visitor notes - The show is free to watch from the beach area. - Schedules may be cancelled or delayed even one day before or on the day of the show depending on rain, strong wind, typhoon conditions, communication conditions, or other safety factors. - Check the official Gwangalli M Drone Light Show notice before visiting.

Jul 11, 2026 - Jul 25, 2026 Busan / Gwangalli Beach Free
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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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WATERBOMB SEOUL 2026

WATERBOMB SEOUL 2026 is a summer music festival combining live performances, water battles, and large-scale festival production. The Seoul edition is scheduled for July 24 to July 26, 2026. The official ticket page lists July 24 (Friday), July 25 (Saturday), and July 26 (Sunday), with Korean and global ticket options available through vendors such as Melon Ticket, Ticketlink, Naver Booking, Interpark/NOL Ticket, The Hyundai, KREAM, YES24, Queen's Smile, Trip.com, and the official Waterbomb shop. WATERBOMB is known for mixing K-pop, hip-hop, EDM, performance stages, and audience-participation water fights. Venue details are currently marked as TBA on the official event information, so visitors should check the official site before booking or visiting. Dates: July 24 to July 26, 2026 Venue: TBA, Seoul Tickets: Paid tickets; check official ticket vendors Official ticket page: https://www.waterbombfestival.com/ticket-seoul Official website: https://www.waterbombfestival.com/ Source: WATERBOMB official website. Lineup, venue, ticket availability, and program details may change, so confirm through the official ticket page before making plans.

Jul 24, 2026 - Jul 26, 2026 Seoul / TBA, Seoul Paid tickets; check official ticket vendors
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THE FLOOD 2026

THE FLOOD 2026 is a two-day concert event scheduled for July 25-26, 2026 at Seoul National University 1st Power Plant. Tickets are listed at KRW 66,000 for a 1 Day Pass, with a 7-hour runtime and admission for elementary school students and older. Check the official Interpark/NOL ticket page before visiting for the latest lineup, entry rules, ticket availability, and venue notices.

Jul 25, 2026 - Jul 26, 2026 Seoul / Seoul National University 1st Power Plant 1 Day Pass KRW 66,000
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Madly Medley 2026

Madly Medley 2026 is a Seoul music festival scheduled for September 5 and 6, 2026 at Oil Tank Culture Park. The first lineup has been announced, and ticket details are still to be confirmed. According to Festival Life, tickets will be available through NOL, Melon Ticket, and Trip.com, with sales opening on July 9 at 6:00 PM. The event page lists the venue as Oil Tank Culture Park and notes that ticket prices will be announced later. Dates: September 5 to September 6, 2026 Venue: Oil Tank Culture Park, Seoul Tickets: TBA On sale: July 9, 2026 at 6:00 PM Booking platforms: NOL, Melon Ticket, Trip.com Open chat: https://open.kakao.com/o/gwWXGjGh Source: Festival Life. Please check the source page and official ticket platforms before booking because lineup, ticket prices, and sales details may change.

Sep 5, 2026 - Sep 6, 2026 Seoul / Oil Tank Culture Park Tickets TBA
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2026 ATA Festival (Asia Top Artist Festival)

A two-day outdoor K-pop and band festival at Nanji Hangang Park. The NOL World ticket page lists performances from 12:00 PM to 9:00 PM on September 19 and 20, 2026, with artists including Dynamicduo, CNBLUE, Car, the garden, Daybreak, and more.

Sep 19, 2026 - Sep 20, 2026 Seoul / Nanji Hangang Park 1 Day Pass General 121,000 KRW; 2 Days Pass General 187,000 KRW. Currency is KRW. Check NOL World for current availability, booking fees, and cancellation rules.
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[Ground Seats] OBJET K-POP FESTA 2026

OBJET K-POP FESTA 2026 is a large-scale K-pop concert festival held at Incheon Munhak Stadium Main Stadium. This listing is for the ground-seat ticket page on YES24 Ticket. Dates and time - September 26, 2026, from 1:00 PM - September 27, 2026, from 1:00 PM Venue - Incheon Munhak Stadium Main Stadium - 482, Maesohol-ro, Michuhol-gu, Incheon Tickets - Diamond: 255,000 KRW - Gold: 220,000 KRW - Mobile ticket delivery - Booking is available until 1 hour before the performance, subject to availability. Visitor notes - All ages are admitted. - Running time is listed as approximately 540 minutes. - Tickets are limited to 4 per person per show. - YES24 notes that ground seats opened first, with reserved seats scheduled separately. Please check the official YES24 Ticket page before booking, as schedules, seats, prices, and ticket rules may change.

Sep 26, 2026 - Sep 27, 2026 Incheon / Incheon Munhak Stadium Main Stadium Ground seats: Diamond 255,000 KRW / Gold 220,000 KRW
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2026 Seoul Tourism Food Festival (Picnic on the Bridge)

A one-day K-food festival on Jamsugyo Bridge and Banpo Hangang Park. Picnic on the Bridge combines local foods, chef-led street food, performances, hands-on programs, and a special culinary exchange marking 140 years of Korea-France relations.

May 30, 2026 Seoul / Jamsugyo Bridge and Banpo Hangang Park Free entry. Food and experience purchases may vary by booth.
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Culture

2026 N Seoul Tower Global Night Walk

A night walking experience from Baekbeom Square to N Seoul Tower Palgakjeong Square, combining Namsan night views, wellness, global storytelling, K-food market experiences, and after-party programming.

Jun 13, 2026 - Jul 11, 2026 Seoul / Baekbeom Square to N Seoul Tower Palgakjeong Square 60,000 KRW
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Popup

Local Trip Gourmet Pop-UP

A rooftop local food and tourism pop-up at the Regional Tourism Antenna Shop. Visitors can taste local snacks, dishes, and drinks from ten local F&B brands while discovering travel ideas from Gyeonggi and Jeonbuk tourism booths.

Jun 17, 2026 - Jun 20, 2026 Seoul / Regional Tourism Antenna Shop rooftop Free entry. Check official Instagram for current program details.
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Festival

2026 Namsan Summer Festival

A summer festival across Namsan Park with mission-style walking, garden docent programs, and outdoor evening performances. The program includes Fun & Walk, Summer Garden, and Summer Night experiences around Baekbeom Square, Namsan circular roads, Palgakjeong Square, and the Korean Forest Garden.

Jun 27, 2026 Seoul / Namsan Park area Fun & Walk 5,000 KRW. Summer Garden and Summer Night are free.
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Festival

DDP Seoul Fashion Hub Summer Market

A short-run DDP co-prosperity market with Seoul Fashion Hub brands at Oullim Square. Timed for a weekend visit around Dongdaemun.

Jul 4, 2026 - Jul 5, 2026 Seoul / DDP Oullim Square Free
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DDP Summer Vacance Market

A weekend summer market at DDP Oullim Square, suited to travelers looking for a pop-up style stop near Dongdaemun.

Jul 11, 2026 - Jul 12, 2026 Seoul / DDP Oullim Square Free
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Festival

Chilgok Honey Beer Festival

Chilgok Honey Beer Festival is a summer food and culture festival built around Chilgok's local honey beer, made with honey from one of Korea's largest acacia honey-producing areas. The festival also features Bundososeji, sausages made in a traditional German style by monks, along with a variety of local food options. The 2026 festival is designed for both adults who want to try honey beer and families visiting with children. Guests can enjoy honey-themed making activities, tasting programs, water gun games, and a water slide, adding a refreshing summer mood to the event. The festival program also includes performances by local artists and invited singers, a balloon show for children, and upbeat DJ music, making it a lively weekend outing in Chilgok. Dates: July 11 to July 12, 2026 Location: Chilgok Peace Fountain, 1350-29 Waegwan-ri, Waegwan-eup, Chilgok-gun, Gyeongsangbuk-do Admission: Free; food, drinks, and some experiences are paid Organizer: Chilgok Culture & Tourism Foundation Inquiry: 054-979-3212 Official website: https://www.chilgokctf.or.kr/ctf/contents.do?mId=0208000000 Official Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/honeybeer_chilgok_/ Source: Korea Tourism Organization, last updated June 30, 2026. Program details and prices may change, so please check the official channel before visiting.

Jul 11, 2026 - Jul 12, 2026 Daegu / Chilgok Peace Fountain Free admission; food, drinks, and some experiences are paid
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Sports

Hyundai N Festival Round 3: Night & N Endurance Race

Hyundai N Festival N Cup Round 3 takes place at Inje Speedium from July 11 to 12, 2026. The round highlights a night race, the N Endurance Race, N Gymkhana-style activities, and visitor programs around the circuit. The official Hyundai Motor Group preview describes the event as a free motorsport weekend where visitors can enjoy night racing, N endurance racing, and N Gymkhana at Inje Speedium in July. The Hyundai N schedule lists Round 3 for 07.11-07.12 at Inje Speedium and includes race and visitor programs such as the N Endurance Race, Circuit Safari, N Taxi, Grid Walk, N Drift Showrun, N Photo Zone, and kids activities. Schedules may change depending on on-site conditions. Check the official Hyundai N Festival and Hyundai Motor Group pages before visiting.

Jul 11, 2026 - Jul 12, 2026 Inje / Inje Speedium Free admission. Check official updates before visiting.
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