IllustrationComing up
Busan · November 7, 2026
Busan Fireworks Festival
Fireworks over Gwangan Bridge, seen from Gwangalli Beach. Arrive early: crowds are huge and nearby roads close.
Official guidefor Busan Fireworks Festival (opens in a new tab)Festivals all year
Most festivals return around the same time every year. “Usually” is based on past editions. Check the official site for exact dates before you plan.
November
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December
IllustrationComing upSeoul · December 11, 2026 – January 31, 2027
Seoul Winter Festa
Light shows and winter events at Gwanghwamun Square and other sites in central Seoul.
Official guidefor Seoul Winter Festa (opens in a new tab)- Coming up
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.
Official guidefor Seoul Lantern Festival (opens in a new tab)
January
- IllustrationComing up
Seoul · December 11, 2026 – January 31, 2027
Seoul Winter Festa
Light shows and winter events at Gwanghwamun Square and other sites in central Seoul.
Official guidefor Seoul Winter Festa (opens in a new tab) - Coming up
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.
Official guidefor Seoul Lantern Festival (opens in a new tab) 
IllustrationDates not announced yetHwacheon · 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.
Official guidefor Hwacheon Sancheoneo Ice Festival (opens in a new tab)
IllustrationPast datesPyeongchang · January 9 – February 9, 2026
Usually in January and February · Next dates not announced yet
Pyeongchang Trout Festival
Ice fishing for trout and snow activities in Gangwon. Check ice conditions before you go.
Official guidefor Pyeongchang Trout Festival (opens in a new tab)
February
- IllustrationPast dates
Pyeongchang · January 9 – February 9, 2026
Usually in January and February · Next dates not announced yet
Pyeongchang Trout Festival
Ice fishing for trout and snow activities in Gangwon. Check ice conditions before you go.
Official guidefor Pyeongchang Trout Festival (opens in a new tab)
March
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April
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May
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June
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July
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August
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September
- Past dates
Andong · September 24 – October 4, 2026
Usually in September and October · Next dates not announced yet
Andong International Maskdance Festival
Mask dances and participatory performances. Check the daily programme.
View visual guide →Official guidefor Andong International Maskdance Festival (opens in a new tab) - Dates not announced yet
Seoul · Usually in September and October
Seoul World Fireworks Festival
Hanwha’s fireworks over Yeouido Hangang Park. Check the next date before planning your visit.
View visual guide →Official guidefor Seoul World Fireworks Festival (opens in a new tab)
October
- Past dates
Andong · September 24 – October 4, 2026
Usually in September and October · Next dates not announced yet
Andong International Maskdance Festival
Mask dances and participatory performances. Check the daily programme.
View visual guide →Official guidefor Andong International Maskdance Festival (opens in a new tab) - Past dates
Jinju · October 3–18, 2026
Usually in October · Next dates not announced yet
Jinju Namgang Yudeung Festival
Riverside lanterns after dark. Check transport before planning a night visit.
View visual guide →Official guidefor Jinju Namgang Yudeung Festival (opens in a new tab) - Past dates
Suwon · October 4–11, 2026
Usually in October · Next dates not announced yet
Suwon Hwaseong Festival
Royal heritage close to Seoul. Check individual performance locations.
View visual guide →Official guidefor Suwon Hwaseong Festival (opens in a new tab) - Past dates
Busan · October 6–15, 2026
Usually in October · Next dates not announced yet
Busan International Film Festival
For film lovers. Check each screening’s subtitle language before booking.
View visual guide →Official guidefor Busan International Film Festival (opens in a new tab) - Past dates
Seoul · October 7–11, 2026
Usually in October · Next dates not announced yet
K-Royal Culture Festival
Palace culture in autumn. Some English sessions require advance booking.
View visual guide →Official guidefor K-Royal Culture Festival (opens in a new tab) - Dates not announced yet
Seoul · Usually in September and October
Seoul World Fireworks Festival
Hanwha’s fireworks over Yeouido Hangang Park. Check the next date before planning your visit.
View visual guide →Official guidefor Seoul World Fireworks Festival (opens in a new tab)
