Seoul Winter Festivals Events 2025–2026
Seoul Winter Festivals
Events 2025–2026
The event titled “Seoul Inter Festa” could not be confirmed as an official festival. However, Seoul is currently hosting and preparing a wide range of winter festivals and cultural events throughout the city. Here’s a curated list of the major events happening in Seoul this winter season.
Seoul’s winter transforms into a dazzling celebration of light, music, and culture. From the Cheonggyecheon Stream to KINTEX, enjoy Korea’s best winter festivals, concerts, and international gatherings.
1. Seoul Lantern Festival 2025
- Dates: December 12, 2025 (Fri) – January 4, 2026 (Sun)
- Location: Cheonggyecheon & Ui Stream, Seoul
- Overview: A spectacular light festival illuminating Seoul’s winter nights with themed lantern zones and giant installations.
- Theme: “Stories of Seoul through Light” – an interactive citizen-led light art exhibition.
2. Ghibli & Disney Movie Music FESTA [Encore in Seoul]
- Date: January 3, 2026 (Sat) at 2 PM
- Venue: Lotte Concert Hall
- Details: A live orchestral performance featuring timeless soundtracks from Studio Ghibli and Disney classics.
- Highlight: Special encore show due to overwhelming audience demand in Seoul.
3. Blues Alive 2026 @ Seoul
- Dates: February 27, 2026 (Fri) – March 2, 2026 (Mon)
- Venue: Happy Hall, Seoul
- Overview: Asia’s largest blues dance festival featuring international instructors, live bands, and dance workshops.
- Website: http://bluesalive.net
4. hololive STAGE World Tour: Synchronize! [Seoul]
- Date: December 6, 2025 (Sat) at 7:30 PM
- Venue: KINTEX Exhibition Center 1
- Details: A global concert tour by hololive’s virtual performers, bringing their 3D live experience to Seoul.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Q. Does the “Seoul Inter Festa” actually exist?
Currently, there is no official event named “Seoul Inter Festa.” However, several major winter festivals and concerts are being held across Seoul under different names.
Q. Is the Seoul Lantern Festival free to attend?
Yes. The festival is open to the public along the Cheonggyecheon Stream. However, certain experience zones or workshops may require pre-registration or a small fee.