Events in South Korea

Jinhae Cherry Blossom Festival (late March – early April)
When spring arrives, South Korea turns pink. The Jinhae Cherry Blossom Festival is one of the country’s most loved, with riverside walks framed by clouds of petals and the Yeojwacheon Stream buzzing with music, markets and street food.

Lotus Lantern Festival, Seoul (May)
As Seoul marks Buddha’s Birthday, the city glows with thousands of hand-crafted lanterns. Join temple ceremonies, try your hand at lantern-making, and watch the night parade light up Jongno Street. It's a breathtaking mix of faith, craft and colour.

Andong Mask Dance Festival (late September – early October)
Rooted in centuries-old ritual, Andong’s famous festival celebrates Korea’s traditional masked dance dramas - stories told through theatre, music and movement. Parades, performances and workshops fill the streets, connecting past and present in the country’s cultural heartland.

Seoul Kimchi Festival (November)
In the heart of the capital, locals gather to make, share and celebrate Korea’s most famous dish. Join cooking classes, sample regional recipes, and watch chefs turn tradition into art at Seoul Plaza. It's part festival, part feast.