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Gyeongbokgung Palace, Seoul — 서울관광 아카이브 · 2023 · KOGL Type 1

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Busan · November 7, 2026

Busan Fireworks Festival

Fireworks over Gwangan Bridge, seen from Gwangalli Beach. Arrive early: crowds are huge and nearby roads close.

Photo: Ethan Doyle White · CC BY-SA 4.0

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Seoul · December 2026 · dates to be announced

Seoul Lantern Festival

Lantern displays along Cheonggyecheon Stream in the evening. Exact dates have not been announced yet.

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Seoul · December 11, 2026 – January 31, 2027

Seoul Winter Festa

Light shows and winter events at Gwanghwamun Square and other sites in central Seoul.

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Hwacheon · Usually in January

Hwacheon Sancheoneo Ice Festival

Ice fishing, bare-hand catching of cherry salmon and sledding on the frozen Hwacheon Stream. Programmes depend on ice conditions.

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Pyeongchang · Usually in January and February

Pyeongchang Trout Festival

Ice fishing for trout and snow activities in Gangwon. Check ice conditions before you go.

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