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Exhibition

Let’s Go! Tidal Flat City: Children’s Special Exhibition

Let’s Go! Tidal Flat City: Children’s Special Exhibition is listed by Incheon Tour and is held at Incheon Urban History Museum. Designed for children and families, the exhibition explores how tidal flats, coastal ecology, and urban life are connected in Incheon. The official dates are December 09, 2025 to December 31, 2026. Check the source before visiting for opening hours, ticket availability, age restrictions, and reservation instructions. Event operations and venue guidance may be mainly in Korean, so keep the Korean address available for taxis or map applications. Incheon venues can be spread across Songdo, the open-port district, and other boroughs. Confirm the nearest subway or bus stop rather than relying only on the city name. Outdoor festivals may adjust programs because of heat, rain, wind, or crowd-control measures.

Dec 9, 2025 - Dec 31, 2026 Incheon / Incheon Urban History Museum Museum admission guidance applies
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tour

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
500
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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
200
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Culture

2026 Namsangol Traditional Experience: Artist’s Time

Artist’s Time offers hands-on Korean traditional arts activities inside the historic houses of Namsangol Hanok Village. Programs include needlework, bojagi wrapping-cloth craft, mother-of-pearl craft, hanji paper craft, Korean dessert making, ornaments, and bow making. Regular programs are scheduled on Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays in six 50-minute sessions between 10:00 and 16:00, excluding the 12:00–13:00 lunch break. The program does not operate in July and August. Group tea ceremony and etiquette programs may be arranged separately for groups of 10 or more. Reservations should be made in advance, and prices vary by activity. Dates: April 3–October 25, 2026 Summer pause: No operation in July and August Venue: Traditional houses inside Namsangol Hanok Village Inquiry: 02-6358-5533

Apr 3, 2026 - Oct 25, 2026 Seoul / Namsangol Hanok Village Fees vary by program
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Culture

2026 Seoul Outdoor Library

The Seoul Outdoor Library turns three central Seoul public spaces into relaxed reading areas: Read at Seoul Plaza, Gwanghwamun Book Yard, and Read at the Clear Stream along Cheonggyecheon. Visitors can browse books and enjoy a city-center “story park” where reading, nature, and culture come together. The outdoor areas generally operate Friday through Sunday, with daytime and evening sessions. The outdoor program does not operate in July and August and is scheduled to resume afterward. Hours and operating days may change because of heat, rain, or other events, so check the official calendar before visiting. Dates: April 23–November 1, 2026 Outdoor hours: Friday–Sunday, generally 11:00–18:00 daytime or 16:00–22:00 evening Summer pause: No outdoor operation in July and August Admission: Free

Apr 23, 2026 - Nov 1, 2026 Seoul / Seoul Plaza, Gwanghwamun Square and Cheonggyecheon Stream Free admission
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Performance

Incheon Gugak Friday Lecture Concert Series 2026

Incheon Gugak Friday Lecture Concert Series 2026 is listed by Incheon Tour and is held at Incheon Gugak Center. The series makes Korean traditional music approachable by combining live performance with commentary and introductions to instruments, rhythm, and contemporary interpretation. The official dates are April 24, 2026 to October 23, 2026. Check the source before visiting for opening hours, ticket availability, age restrictions, and reservation instructions. Event operations and venue guidance may be mainly in Korean, so keep the Korean address available for taxis or map applications. Incheon venues can be spread across Songdo, the open-port district, and other boroughs. Confirm the nearest subway or bus stop rather than relying only on the city name. Outdoor festivals may adjust programs because of heat, rain, wind, or crowd-control measures.

Apr 24, 2026 - Oct 23, 2026 Incheon / Incheon Gugak Center Check individual concert admission
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exhibition

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.
100
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Festival

2026 Seoul International Garden Show

The 2026 Seoul International Garden Show presents large public gardens, exhibitions, and K-culture programs under the theme “Seoul, Green Culture.” The main program runs at Seoul Forest, with an autumn special garden culture festival scheduled at Maeheon Citizens’ Forest from October 1 to 27. Visitors can explore garden installations and public cultural programs over an extended season. Program locations and operating details may change during the event period, so check the official Seoul tourism information before visiting. Dates: May 1–October 27, 2026 Main venue: Seoul Forest Autumn special program: Maeheon Citizens’ Forest, October 1–27

May 1, 2026 - Oct 27, 2026 Seoul / Seoul Forest and Maeheon Citizens’ Forest Free admission; selected programs may require separate registration
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performance

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
400
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Festival

2026 Byeolbada Busan Night Festa

Byeolbada Busan Night Festa gathers evening tourism programs that showcase the city after dark, from waterfront scenery to performances and themed experiences. It functions as an umbrella season across multiple districts.\n\nDates and area\n- July 1–December 31, 2026\n- Participating night-tourism locations across Busan\n\nVisitor notes\n- Programs run on selected dates within the overall period. Confirm each activity’s venue, operating time, reservation rules, and fee before visiting.\n- Late-night return transport varies by district.

Jul 1, 2026 - Dec 31, 2026 Busan / Multiple Busan night-tourism venues Many programs are free; selected experiences may charge
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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
500
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Festival

Ultra Department Store Busan: Text Shopping Club

Text Shopping Club is a long-running cultural exhibition program that treats words, reading, and browsing as a playful shopping experience. It offers an indoor creative stop during a Busan itinerary.\n\nDates and venue\n- July 17–November 1, 2026\n- A designated cultural exhibition venue in Busan\n\nVisitor notes\n- Opening days and hours may vary during the exhibition period. Confirm the exact venue, closures, admission policy, and any reservation requirement on the official listing.

Jul 17, 2026 - Nov 1, 2026 Busan / Busan cultural exhibition venue Check the official listing for admission details
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Festival

Balcony Music Show and Street Festa

This extended city program brings music and street performances into everyday urban spaces in Busan. Visitors can encounter small-scale live stages across multiple dates rather than at one single festival ground.\n\nDates and area\n- July 25–December 19, 2026\n- Selected venues and streets across Busan\n\nVisitor notes\n- Performances occur on selected dates within the listed period, not continuously. Check the official schedule for the exact venue and time of each session.\n- Outdoor events may be adjusted for weather.

Jul 25, 2026 - Dec 19, 2026 Busan / Multiple Busan venues Free unless otherwise noted for an individual program
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Performance

19th K-Ballet World: Seoul International Ballet Festival

19th K-Ballet World: Seoul International Ballet Festival is held at Arko Arts Theater, Doam Hall and Naru Art Center in Seoul. The festival presents classical and contemporary ballet while creating opportunities to see established dancers, emerging performers, and programs for younger ballet audiences. The event runs from August 25, 2026 to October 01, 2026. Program schedules, admission conditions, and reservation rules can differ by activity, so visitors should review the official listing before setting out. Information at the venue may be provided mainly in Korean, although major city festivals are generally manageable with a translation app and advance planning. Allow extra travel time during busy periods and use public transportation where possible. Outdoor sessions may be changed or cancelled because of weather or safety conditions. Follow the official source for final operating hours, detailed lineups, accessibility information, and any registration notices.

Aug 25, 2026 - Oct 1, 2026 Seoul / Arko Arts Theater, Doam Hall and Naru Art Center Check each performance on the official site
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Exhibition

Seoul Art Week 2026

Seoul Art Week 2026 is held at Art venues across Seoul in Seoul. Museums, galleries, alternative spaces, and art fairs join a citywide program of exhibitions, talks, markets, studio visits, and networking events. The event runs from August 31, 2026 to September 06, 2026. Program schedules, admission conditions, and reservation rules can differ by activity, so visitors should review the official listing before setting out. Information at the venue may be provided mainly in Korean, although major city festivals are generally manageable with a translation app and advance planning. Allow extra travel time during busy periods and use public transportation where possible. Outdoor sessions may be changed or cancelled because of weather or safety conditions. Follow the official source for final operating hours, detailed lineups, accessibility information, and any registration notices.

Aug 31, 2026 - Sep 6, 2026 Seoul / Art venues across Seoul Admission varies by participating venue
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