Seoul Events Calendar 2026
📅 Complete Year Guide
Comprehensive calendar for the full year 2026 with Korean festivals, traditional holidays, seasonal celebrations, and K-culture events. All events include verified contact information and official websites.
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🎊 Major 2026 Highlights
Seollal (Lunar New Year 2026)
📅 February 16-18, 2026 (3-day holiday)
Korea's most important traditional holiday celebrating the Lunar New Year. Three-day celebration with family gatherings, traditional ceremonies, ancestral rituals, palace programs, and cultural activities throughout Seoul.
📞 Contact: Seoul Tourism Organization +82-02-3788-0800
🌐 Website: Korea Tourism Organization
Seoul Cherry Blossom Season
📅 April 1-7, 2026 (forecast)
Peak cherry blossom season in Seoul with hanbok experiences, spring festivals, and cherry blossom viewing at Seokchon Lake, Gyeongbokgung Palace, and parks throughout the city.
📍 Location: Seokchon Lake, Gyeongbokgung Palace, various Seoul parks
📞 Contact: Seoul Tourism Organization +82-02-3788-0800
Buddha's Birthday & Lotus Lantern Festival
📅 May 24, 2026 & May 16-17, 2026
National holiday celebrating Buddha's Birthday with spectacular lantern festivals, temple ceremonies, and Buddhist cultural events. The Lotus Lantern Festival features parades and cultural performances throughout Seoul.
📞 Contact: Seoul Tourism Organization +82-02-3788-0800
Chuseok (Korean Thanksgiving 2026)
📅 September 24-26, 2026 (3-day holiday)
Korea's harvest festival and autumn celebration with traditional ceremonies, family gatherings, and cultural activities nationwide. Palace programs and traditional markets offer authentic experiences.
📞 Contact: Seoul Tourism Organization +82-02-3788-0800
🌸 Spring Events (March-May 2026)
Independence Movement Day
📅 March 1, 2026 (observed March 2)
National holiday commemorating the March 1st Independence Movement of 1919. Ceremonial events and cultural programs throughout Seoul.
Jinhae Cherry Blossom Festival
📅 March 29 - April 6, 2026
Major cherry blossom festival with traditional performances and spectacular spring scenery. Accessible from Seoul for day trips.
📍 Location: Jinhae (accessible from Seoul)
☀️ Summer Events (June-August 2026)
Seoul International Book Fair
📅 June 18-22, 2026
Major book fair featuring Korean and international publishers, author events, and literary discussions.
📍 Location: COEX Mall, Seoul
Boryeong Mud Festival
📅 July 25 - August 10, 2026
World-famous mud festival at Daecheon Beach featuring mud wrestling, slides, and beach activities with international participation.
📍 Location: Daecheon Beach, Boryeong
Liberation Day
📅 August 15, 2026 (observed August 17)
National holiday commemorating Korea's liberation from Japanese colonial rule with patriotic ceremonies and cultural events.
🍂 Autumn Events (September-November 2026)
Seoul Marathon
📅 March & November 2026
International Seoul Marathon and Half Marathon events featuring courses through Seoul's historic and modern districts.
📍 Location: Seoul
❄️ Winter Events (December 2026)
Christmas Day
📅 December 25, 2026
National holiday with Christmas celebrations, holiday markets, and festive events throughout Seoul.
🗓️ Monthly Event Breakdown
- Winter: Lantern festivals, ice skating, winter sports
- Spring: Cherry blossoms, Buddha's Birthday, traditional festivals
- Summer: Mud festivals, cultural events, outdoor activities
- Autumn: Chuseok celebrations, harvest festivals, marathons
🎯 Planning Tips
Book Early: Major holidays like Seollal and Chuseok require advance planning as accommodations fill quickly.
Palace Events: Royal palace events often offer special international visitor programs with English guides.
Weather Considerations: Spring (April-May) and autumn (September-November) offer the best weather for outdoor events.
🏛️ Cultural Context
Korean events blend ancient traditions with modern celebrations. National holidays reflect Korea's history, Buddhism, and Confucian values. Many festivals include family-oriented activities and traditional food experiences.
For the most current information and bookings, contact Seoul Tourism Organization at +82-02-3788-0800 or visit their official websites.