Upcoming events in Seoul

Seoul Fringe Festival
Seoul| Aug 6 – Aug 23

Seoul Fringe Festival

Seoul Fringe Festival has been held every summer annually since 1998. The festival is open to artists of all genres, from dance to music and media art.

K-Illustration Fair Magok
Seoul| Aug 20 – Aug 23

K-Illustration Fair Magok

The K-Illustration Fair Magok takes place at the COEX Magok Exhibition Center, showcasing the influence of illustration on people’s lifestyles in both everyday life and special occasions.

Seoul International Writers' Festival
Seoul| Sep 11 – Sep 16

Seoul International Writers' Festival

Seoul International Writers' Festival was founded in 2006 with aims to lay a foundation for connecting Korean literature and international literature.

Bongsan Mask Dance
Seoul| Oct 2 – Oct 4

Bongsan Mask Dance

Bongsan Talchum is a traditional Korean mask dance that originated in Bongsan-gun, Hwanghae-do. It is made up of seven acts, featuring 36 characters and 27 masks, including some used for multiple roles.

King Jeongjo's Royal Parade
Seoul| Oct 4

King Jeongjo's Royal Parade

King Jeongjo's Royal Parade to Hwaseong Fortress recreates one of the most remarkable events of the Joseon dynasty.

Gangdong Prehistoric Culture Festival
Seoul| Oct 16 – Oct 18

Gangdong Prehistoric Culture Festival

*The information below is based on the 2025 festivals.

Seoul International Garden Show
Seoul| May 1 – Oct 27

Seoul International Garden Show

The Seoul International Garden Show decorates the area of Seoul Forest with a lineup of various themed gardens created by students, citizens, businesses, and cooperations both domestic and overseas regions.

Gugak Performance Jinyeon
Seoul| Jan 1 – Dec 31

Gugak Performance Jinyeon

The gugak performance “Jinyeon, The Music of the Royal Banquet” offers a unique opportunity to experience the diversity of traditional Korean arts on a single stage.

Last updated July 25, 2026

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