Festivals & events happening in Korea

Gugak Performance Jinyeon (국악공연 진연)

Jan 1 – Dec 31 · 10 Insadong 5-gil, Jongno-gu, Seoul

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.

Buyeo-gun Chungnam Gugak Group’s Saturday Show(부여군충남국악단 토요상설공연)

Mar 7 – Oct 31 · 충청남도 부여군 규암면 백제문로 388

Jindo National Gugak Center’s Saturday Show ‘I Love Gugak’(국립남도국악원 토요 상설 공연 ‘국악이 좋다’)

Mar 7 – Nov 28 · 전남광주통합특별시 진도군 임회면 진도대로 3818

APAP Artwork Tour (APAP 작품투어 (안양공공예술프로젝트))

Mar 10 – Nov 30 · 180 Yesulgongwon-ro, Manan-gu, Anyang-si, Gyeonggi-do

The Anyang Public Art Project (APAP) started in 2005 and has led to the creation of many beautiful works of art that decorate the city's public spaces.

Ssokssokdeul-i Festival (국립극장 쏙쏙들이페스티벌)

Mar 14 – Dec 26 · 16 Heyri-ro, Tanhyeon-myeon, Paju-si, Gyeonggi-do

Ssokssokdeul-i Festival is a program organized by the National Theater of Korea’s Stage Arts Support Center, designed to make performing arts more accessible in everyday life.

Daejeon Yeonjeong Korean Traditional Music Group’s Saturday Gugak Show(대전시립연정국악단 토요국악)

Mar 14 – Nov 28 · 대전광역시 서구 둔산대로 181 (만년동)

K-Gugak Stage (K-국악 스테이지)

Mar 14 – Dec 12 · 전북특별자치도 남원시 양림길 54 (어현동)

ARI-The Spirit of Korea(아리아라리)

Apr 4 – Nov 27 · 강원특별자치도 정선군 정선읍 애산로 51

Gombaengi Teotta (곰뱅이텄다)

Apr 4 – Nov 29 · 경기도 안성시 보개면 남사당로 198-2

Raftman(뗏꾼)

Apr 4 – Nov 28 · 강원특별자치도 정선군 정선읍 애산로 51

Jeonju Hanok Village Traditional Performance Parade (한옥마을전통연희 퍼레이드-노상놀이야)

Apr 18 – Oct 31 · 44 Taejo-ro, Wansan-gu, Jeonju-si, Jeonbuk-do

The Jeonju Hanok Village Traditional Performance Parade is packed with various street performances, allowing visitors to experience Jeonju's folk culture on the streets.

Night of Light Show (나오라쇼)

Apr 25 – Oct 31 · 127 Sogeumsan-gil, Jijeong-myeon, Wonju-si, Gangwon-do

Night of Light Show is a nighttime attraction at Ganhyeon Tourist Area that mixes media facade, lasers, and a fountain show into one grand performance. The media facade section is the largest in Korea, using 12 large beam projectors on a natural rock wall.

Earthen Vessels: Stories of Our Lives (도기陶器, 우리를 담은 질그릇)

Jul 29 – Oct 25 · 110 Haseo-ro, Buk-gu, Jeonnam-Gwangju

Earthen Vessels: Stories of Our Lives is a special exhibition held at the National Gwangju Museum.

Hongseong Namdang Port Jumbo Shrimp Festival (홍성남당항 대하축제)

Sep 4 – Nov 8 · 1-1 Namdanghang-ro 213beon-gil, Seobu-myeon, Hongseong-gun, Chungcheongnam-do

Namdang Port, located at the west end of Hongseong, is a famous west coast port known for its exceptional seafood.

Moonlight Music Festival (달빛 음악공감)

Sep 11 – Oct 17 · 246 Doandong-ro, Seo-gu, Daejeon

The Moonlight Music Festival is a cultural and arts performance series designed to let people enjoy music on autumn nights from September through October in familiar, everyday settings across Daejeon’s five districts.

Seoul Architecture Festival (서울건축문화제)

Sep 15 – Oct 11 · 119 Sejong-daero, Jung-gu, Seoul

The Architecture Festival aims to rediscover the unique architectural and urban charms of Seoul together with its citizens.

Gyeonggi Ceramics Biennale (경기도자비엔날레)

Sep 18 – Nov 1 · 263 Gyeongchung-daero 2697beon-gil, Icheon-si, Gyeonggi-do

The Gyeonggi Ceramics Biennale features a range of exhibitions and educational events. The event takes place at various locations in Korea famous for ceramics, including Icheon, Yeoju, and Gwangju.

Bibliotheca Busan (부산바다도서관)

Sep 19 – Oct 11 · 1674 Dadae-dong, Saha-gu, Busan

Bibliotheca Busan, set against the stunning backdrop of the sea in Busan, is an outdoor festival that blends books, culture, and art.

Moonlit Night Exercise Busan Challenge (달밤에체조 부산 챌린지)

Sep 19 – Nov 7 · 73 Simingongwon-ro, Busanjin-gu, Busan

The Moonlit Night Exercise Busan Challenge is a Busan-specific community sports program designed to encourage even citizens who are not accustomed to exercise or have little interest in it to participate in community sports activities in an easy and enjoyable…

Suwon Hwaseong Media Art (수원화성 미디어아트)

Sep 19 – Oct 6 · Jangan-dong, Paldal-gu, Suwon-si, Gyeonggi-do

Suwon Hwaseong Media Art is a nighttime festival held against the backdrop of Suwon Hwaseong Fortress, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Since its launch in 2021, the event has presented large-scale media art inspired by the fortress and its history.

Han River Walk (한강수계 걷기행사)

Sep 19 – Nov 7 · 174-3 Daegok-ri, Gapyeong-eup, Gapyeong-gun, Gyeonggi-do

The Han River Walk is a walking event that takes place at various locations along the Hangang River. Participants can expect to enjoy light exercise in beautiful natural settings, as well as earn a completion medal.

Seomjinggang Interntional Experimental Arts Festvial (섬진강국제실험예술제(SIEAF))

Sep 22 – Oct 30 · 1012 Seomjingang-ro, Jukgok-myeon, Gokseong-gun, Jeonnam-Gwangju

The Seomjinggang International Experimental Arts Festival is a traditional art festival that takes place in Gokseong, Jeonnam-Gwangju Special Metropolitan City.

Andong Maskdance Festival (안동국제탈춤페스티벌)

Sep 24 – Oct 4 · 239, Yuksa-ro, Andong-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do

The Andong Maskdance Festival is a global celebration where the memories carried by masks come to life through dance.

Cheonan World Dance Festival (천안흥타령춤축제)

Oct 1 – Oct 5 · 208, Beonyeong-ro, Seobuk-gu, Cheonan-si, Chungcheongnam-do

Since its debut in 2003, the Cheonan World Dance Festival has grown into one of Korea’s major dance festivals, with a history spanning more than two decades.

Gimje Horizon Festival (김제지평선축제)

Oct 1 – Oct 5 · 442, Byeokgolje-ro, Buryang-myeon, Gimje-si, Jeonbuk-do

The Gimje Horizon Festival is Korea’s only Honorary Cultural Tourism Festival dedicated to traditional farming culture, as designated by the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism.

Gyeryong Military Culture Festival (계룡軍문화축제)

Oct 1 – Oct 5 · 96, Gyeryongdae 9-ro, Sindoan-myeon, Gyeryong-si, Chungcheongnam-do

The Gyeryong Military Culture Festival is a major defense-themed cultural event held in Gyeryong, home to the headquarters of the Republic of Korea Army, Navy, and Air Force.

Jeongseon Arirang Festival (정선아리랑제)

Oct 1 – Oct 4 · 104, Bongyang-ri, Jeongseon-gun, Gangwon-do

The Jeongseon Arirang Festival is Jeongseon County’s signature cultural tourism festival created to preserve and carry forward the history, cultural value, and traditions of Jeongseon Arirang, one of Korea’s best-known folk songs.

Goyang Autumn Flower Festival (고양가을꽃축제)

Oct 1 – Oct 11 · 595 Hosu-ro, Ilsandong-gu, Goyang-si, Gyeonggi-do

Goyang Autumn Flower Festival is an annual festival featuring autumn flowers like chrysanthemums, cosmos, sunflowers, and zinnias.

Anseong Namsadang Baudeogi Festival (안성맞춤 남사당 바우덕이축제)

Oct 2 – Oct 5 · 198, Namsadang-ro, Bogae-myeon, Anseong-si, Gyeonggi-do

The Anseong Namsadang Baudeogi Festival is centered on Namsadang Nori, which is inscribed on UNESCO’s Representative List of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity.

Bupyeong Pungmul Festival (부평풍물대축제)

Oct 2 – Oct 4 · 34-1, Bupyeong-daero, Bupyeong-gu, Incheon

Celebrating its 30th edition, the Bupyeong Pungmul Festival brings rhythm, excitement, and community spirit to the heart of the city.

Busan International Rock Festival (부산국제록페스티벌)

Oct 2 – Oct 4 · 29-50, Samnak-dong, Sasang-gu, Busan

First held in 2000, the Busan International Rock Festival is Korea’s first and longest-running international rock festival.

Geumsan World K-Insam Festival (금산세계인삼축제)

Oct 2 – Oct 11 · 30, Insamgwangjang-ro, Geumsan-eup, Geumsan-gun, Chungcheongnam-do

Held in Geumsan, Chungcheongnam-do, long known as the home of ginseng with a history spanning more than 1,500 years, the Geumsan World K-Insam Festival invites visitors of all ages to experience ginseng in every form.

Hyo Culture Ppuri Festival (대전효문화뿌리축제)

Oct 2 – Oct 4 · 79 Ppurigongwon-ro, Jung-gu, Daejeon

Held at the nation’s only filial duty-themed park, Ppuri Park, the Hyo Culture Ppuri Festival is a traditional cultural event dedicated to finding the roots of the ancestry of unique family clans and learning traditional filial piety.

Jeonju Bibimbap Festival (전주비빔밥축제)

Oct 2 – Oct 4 · 390 Gwonsamdeuk-ro, Deokjin-gu, Jeonju-si, Jeonbuk-do

The Jeonju Bibimbap Festival celebrates the taste and charm of one of Korea's representative foods in the city of it's origin, Jeonju. The city has been recognized by UNESCO as a City of Gastronomy, and the festival promotes this branding.

Pohang Sunrise Noodle Festival (포항 해뜨면 국수축제)

Oct 2 – Oct 4 · 222-1 Homi-ro, Guryongpo-eup, Nam-gu, Pohang-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do

The Pohang Sunrise Noodle Festival is a grand culinary festival held at Ara Plaza in Guryongpo on the Homi Peninsula. The festival’s name intuitively captures the symbolic significance of the Homi Peninsula—where the sun rises first in South Korea.

Sancheong Medicinal Herb Festival (산청한방약초축제)

Oct 2 – Oct 11 · 45-6, Donguibogam-ro 555beon-gil, Geumseo-myeon, Sancheong-gun, Gyeongsangnam-do

Celebrating its 26th edition, the Sancheong Medicinal Herb Festival is a Korean medicine and wellness festival inspired by Donguibogam, which is inscribed on UNESCO’s Memory of the World Register, and the pristine natural environment of Jirisan Mountain.

Seoul Hanok Week (서울한옥위크)

Oct 2 – Oct 11 · 37 Gyedong-gil, Jongno-gu, Seoul

Seoul Hanok Week is a cultural event held in the Bukchon and Seochon areas, featuring exhibitions, talks, tours, hands-on activities, performances, and other programs that showcase the spaces and appeal of traditional Korean hanok.

Soraepogu Festival (소래포구축제)

Oct 2 – Oct 4 · 86-17 Jangdong-ro, Namdong-gu, Incheon

The Soraepogu Festival is a representative festival that embodies the region's identity, based on the rich ecological resources and historical and cultural value of Sorae Port.

Yangjae Art Salon (양재아트살롱)

Oct 2 – Oct 25 · 261-23 Yangjae-dong, Seocho-gu, Seoul

This is a multi-cultural festival where visitors can fully enjoy the changing seasons and arts against the backdrop of the nature of Yangjaecheon.

Yeongcheon Traditional Korean Medicine Festival (영천한약축제)

Oct 2 – Oct 4 · 364 Choemuseon-ro, Yeongcheon-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do

Yeongcheon Traditional Korean Medicine Festival features areas for oriental medicine health consultations and experiences, medicinal food, oriental medicine crafts, as well as spaces for family play and relaxation.

Bongsan Mask Dance(봉산탈춤 다 모여라~ )

Oct 2 – Oct 4 · 서울특별시 종로구 종로1길 45 (세종로)

Baekje Cultural Festival (백제문화제 )

Oct 3 – Oct 11 · 83 Jeongnim-ro, Buyeo-eup, Buyeo-gun, Chungcheongnam-do

Baekje Cultural Festival first started in 1955 and aims to bring the history and culture of the Baekje era to life, taking place at UNESCO-recognized sites throughout Gongju and Buyeo.

Guardians of Jinju (진주의 수호자들)

Oct 3 – Oct 18 · 287 Gangnam-ro, Jinju-si, Gyeongsangnam-do

Guardians of Jinju is a mission-based tour set around Jinjuseong Fortress and the Jinju Battle History Culture Park.

Jinju Namgang Yudeung Festival (진주 남강유등축제)

Oct 3 – Oct 18 · 626, Namgang-ro, Jinju-si, Gyeongsangnam-do

The tradition of yudeung, or floating lanterns, dates back to the Battle of Jinjuseong Fortress, one of the three major victories of the Imjin War (Japanese invasions of Korea, 1592–1598).

Yeongju Punggi Insam Festival (영주 풍기인삼축제)

Oct 3 – Oct 11 · 240-1, Seongnae-ri, Punggi-eup, Yeongju-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do

Ginseng is one of Korea’s best-known health foods, valued for its ability to help restore energy and support the immune system.

Gangnam Festival (강남페스티벌)

Oct 3 – Oct 5 · 320 Dosan-daero, Gangnam-gu, Seoul

Gangnam Festival, the largest urban festival unfolding across the entire city center, begins with a spectacular street parade to mark the opening.

Gumcheon Siheung Haenggung Cultural Festival (금천시흥행궁문화제)

Oct 4 · 44 Eunhaengnamu-ro, Geumcheon-gu, Seoul

The 'Geumcheon Siheung Palace Cultural Festival' is a representative historical and cultural festival of Geumcheon-gu that embodies the district's historical identity and cultural artistic significance.

King Jeongjo's Royal Parade (정조대왕 능행차 공동재현)

Oct 4 · 161 Sajik-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul

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

Suwon Hwaseong Festival (수원화성문화제)

Oct 4 – Oct 11 · 825, Jeongjo-ro, Paldal-gu, Suwon-si, Gyeonggi-do

The Suwon Hwaseong Cultural Festival reimagines, through a contemporary lens, the most magnificent moments of King Jeongjo’s eight-day royal procession to Hwaseong in 1795.

Chungjang Street Festival of Recollection (광주 추억의 충장축제)

Oct 7 – Oct 11 · 226-22, Geumnam-ro, Dong-gu, Jeonnam-Gwangju Special Metropolitan City

The Chungjang Street Festival of Recollection is Gwangju’s largest signature festival, originating on Chungjang-ro in Dong-gu.

D.FESTA Small Theater Festival (D.FESTA 소극장축제)

Oct 7 – Oct 25 · 120 Daehak-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul

The D.FESTA Small Theater Festival has strived to lead the way toward a better performing arts culture by keeping pace with changes in the domestic production environment and the direction of the performance market.

Hoengseong Hanu Festival (횡성한우축제)

Oct 7 – Oct 11 · 221 Bukcheon-ri, Hoengseong-eup, Hoengseong-gun, Gangwon-do

Hoengseong Hanu Festival is the biggest hanu (Korean cattle) festival in Korea. Visitors can buy hanu and local agricultural products at a discounted price. The festival consists of various programs across three themes: food, culture and arts, and experiences.

Imsil N Cheese Festival (임실N치즈축제)

Oct 8 – Oct 11 · 50 Doin 2-gil, Imsil-gun, Jeonbuk-do

Imsil N Cheese Festival is held every fall in Imsil, the birthplace of cheese production in Korea, at Imsil Cheese Theme Park and Imsil Cheese Village, which are proud symbols of the region.

ⓘ Officially listed from last year's edition — this year's dates may shift.

Jangseong Hwangryonggang Autumn Flower Festival (장성 황룡강 가을꽃축제)

Oct 8 – Oct 11 · 9 Jangjae-gil, Jangseong-eup, Jangseong-gun, Jeonnam-Gwangju

The Jangseong Hwangryonggang River Autumn Flower Festival is set against the backdrop of the 3.2-kilometer-long Hwangryonggang River. The festival features gardens where visitors can admire a variety of autumn flowers, such as cosmos and zinnias.

GHOST Festival (Gyeonggi Hallyu OST Festival) (GHOST(경기 한류 OST) 페스티벌)

Oct 9 – Oct 11 · 148-40 Imjingak-ro, Munsan-eup, Paju-si, Gyeonggi-do

The Gyeonggi Hallyu OST Music Festival, or the GHOST Festival, is Korea’s first festival dedicated to original soundtracks. It brings together the memorable music of K-dramas, films, and animation alongside performances by renowned K-pop artists.

German Village Oktoberfest (독일마을 맥주축제)

Oct 9 – Oct 11 · 89-7 Dogil-ro, Namhae-gun, Gyeongsangnam-do

The German Village Oktoberfest is Namhae's representative cultural tourism festival, held based on the exotic scenery of the German Village and the historical significance of the Korean expatriate movement to Germany.

Seosan Haemi Eupseong Festival (서산해미읍성축제)

Oct 9 – Oct 11 · 143, Nammun 2-ro, Haemi-myeon, Seosan-si, Chungcheongnam-do

The 23rd Seosan Haemi Eupseong Festival will be held from October 9 to 11, 2026, at Seosan Haemieupseong Walled Town.

Daejeon Jung-gu Book Festival (대전 중구 북페스티벌)

Oct 10 – Oct 11 · 85 Jungang-ro, Jung-gu, Daejeon

The Jung-gu Book Festival builds on the diverse reading cultures and voices discovered within Jung-gu, bringing them together to foster new connections throughout the district.

Sejong Hangeul Festival (세종한글축제)

Oct 11 · 216, Dasom-ro, Sejong-si

The Sejong Hangeul Festival is the only festival in Korea dedicated to Hangeul, the Korean alphabet. Held every year around Hangeul Day, it is Sejong City’s signature celebration of the Korean writing system.

Chuncheon Makguksu & Dakgalbi Festival (춘천막국수닭갈비축제)

Oct 14 – Oct 18 · 586, Onui-dong, Chuncheon-si, Gangwon-do

Chuncheon Makguksu & Dakgalbi Festival celebrates dakgalbi (spicy stir-fried chicken) and makguksu (buckwheat noodles), two of the most famous specialties of the city of Chuncheon.