Gangnam District, Seoul (Photo courtesy of haps Magazine Korea)
Here is what’s going on around the city of Seoul this week.
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Music events
live ICON 9: ONEWE X Dragon Pony @ Olympic Hall
Korean rock bands ONEWE and Dragon Pony share the stage at Olympic Hall for one night.
Olympic Hall, Olympic Park | Sunday August 17
Dermot Kennedy – The Weight of the Woods Tour in Seoul @ Myunghwa Live Hall
Irish singer-songwriter Dermot Kennedy performs one night in Seoul on his world tour.
Myunghwa Live Hall | Monday August 18
Steve Lacy: Oh Yeah? Asia Tour in Seoul @ Olympic Hall
American indie R&B artist Steve Lacy, known for his Grammy-winning album Apollo XXI, performs one night at Olympic Hall.
Olympic Hall, Olympic Park | Wednesday August 19
2026 mgk Live in Seoul @ KINTEX
American rapper and rock artist Machine Gun Kelly performs one night at KINTEX. Ages 19 and over only.
KINTEX Hall 9A, Ilsan | Wednesday August 19 | 19+ only
Jack White Live 2026 in Seoul @ YES24 Live Hall
The legendary White Stripes frontman and guitar icon performs one night in Seoul.
YES24 Live Hall | Sunday August 17
2026 DINOxPICHEOLIN ‘吉BOARD SHOW’ @ Jamsil Indoor Stadium
SEVENTEEN members DINO and S.Coups (Piecheolin) perform three nights at Jamsil Indoor Stadium in their joint special project concert.
Jamsil Indoor Stadium, Songpa-gu | Thursday through Saturday
Dannie May ONE-SHOT VACATION in Seoul @ KT&G Sangsangmadang Hongdae Live Hall
Thai singer Dannie May performs one night in Seoul.
KT&G Sangsangmadang Hongdae Live Hall | Thursday August 21
David Byrne @ Grand Peace Palace, Kyunghee University
The legendary Talking Heads frontman and solo artist performs one night at the Grand Peace Palace at Kyunghee University.
Grand Peace Palace, Kyunghee University, Dongdaemun-gu | Thursday August 21
BIGBANG 2026 World Tour in Goyang @ Goyang Stadium
One of K-pop’s most legendary groups returns to the stage for three nights at Goyang Stadium — one of the most anticipated concert events of the year.
Goyang Stadium | Thursday through Saturday, August 21–23
NCT DREAM 10th Anniversary Party ‘THE SWEET DREAM HOTEL’ @ Inspire Arena
NCT DREAM celebrate their 10th anniversary with two nights at Inspire Arena in Incheon.
Inspire Arena, Incheon | Saturday and Sunday, August 22–23
STAYC Fan Concert Tour ‘STAY CLOSER’ @ Blue Square Woori Won Banking Hall
K-pop girl group STAYC perform two nights at Blue Square Woori Won Banking Hall.
Blue Square Woori Won Banking Hall, Yongsan-gu | Saturday and Sunday, August 22–23
2026 OWALLOIL Tour ‘SUNBURN’ in Seoul @ YES24 Wanderloch Hall
Thai singer OWALLOIL performs two nights in Seoul on the Seoul leg of their Asia tour.
YES24 Wanderloch Hall | Saturday and Sunday, August 22–23
AIMFEST 2026 Seoul @ Sound Alliance SA Hall
A two-day music festival at Sound Alliance SA Hall featuring a mix of Korean and international indie artists.
Sound Alliance SA Hall | Saturday and Sunday, August 22–23
Libelante & Eun Chul Oh Unplugged Concert ‘Hope’ @ Lotte Concert Hall
Classical crossover duo Libelante and pianist Eun Chul Oh perform two intimate unplugged nights at Lotte Concert Hall.
Lotte Concert Hall | Saturday and Sunday, August 22–23
2026 CassCool Festival @ Seoul Land
The popular outdoor summer music festival returns to Seoul Land with a lineup of Korean pop and indie artists.
Seoul Land, Gwacheon | Saturday August 22
HITORIE Hitori-Escape Asia Tour 2026 in Seoul @ KT&G Sangsangmadang
Japanese rock band HITORIE perform one night in Seoul on their Asia tour.
KT&G Sangsangmadang, Mapo-gu | Sunday August 23
Events
Han River Under the Bridge Cinema @ Yeouido Han River Park
The final edition of Seoul’s popular free outdoor movie series screens at Yeouido only this week, beneath Wonhyo Bridge. Films at Yeouido include English subtitles. First come, first served.
Yeouido Han River Park (beneath Wonhyo Bridge) | Saturday August 22, 8:00 p.m. | Free
Preview in Seoul 2026 (International Textile & Fashion Fair) @ COEX
A major international textile and fashion industry expo at COEX, showcasing Korean and global fashion brands, fabric innovations, and trend forecasting. Open to industry and public visitors.
COEX, Gangnam | Wednesday through Friday, August 19–21
AI Summit Seoul & Expo @ COEX
Korea’s biggest annual artificial intelligence industry gathering, bringing together global tech leaders, researchers, and companies at COEX across three days.
COEX, Gangnam | Wednesday through Friday, August 19–21
Water Garden @ Seoul Children’s Grand Park
A free children’s water play area featuring a floor fountain and stream-style wading pool. Open weekdays 1:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. and weekends 11:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Final week — closes August 23.
Seoul Children’s Grand Park, Gwangjin-gu | Through Sunday August 23 | Free
Han River Night Pools @ Hangang Parks
Seoul’s outdoor Han River swimming pools remain open late with extended hours until 10:00 p.m. through August.
Ttukseom, Yeouido & Gwangnaru Hangang Parks | Daily | Free
Han River Overnight Camping @ Yeouido & Ttukseom Han River Parks
Seoul’s Han River overnight camping pilot continues with free campgrounds through August. Reservation required.
Yeouido & Ttukseom Han River Parks | Daily through August, 5:00 p.m. – 9:00 a.m. | Free (reservation required)
Seoul Summer Museum & Cultural Venue Night Program @ Citywide
Major Seoul cultural institutions extend their hours every Friday evening with special nighttime exhibitions and programs. Final Friday — ends this week.
Various venues, Seoul | Friday August 21, 6:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. | Free
Musical ELISABETH @ Blue Square Woori Bank Hall
The acclaimed Austrian musical about Empress Elisabeth of Austria continues its Seoul run. Running through November 15.
Blue Square Woori Bank Hall, Yongsan-gu | Through November 15
Musical Hell’s Kitchen @ GS Arts Center
The Broadway musical featuring the music of Alicia Keys continues its Seoul run. Running through November 8.
GS Arts Center | Through November 8
Musical Yumi’s Cells @ Seoul Arts Center
The popular Korean musical based on the beloved webtoon. Final days — closes August 23.
Seoul Arts Center, CJ Towol Theater | Through Sunday August 23
Musical The Days @ D-Cube Link Arts Center
A Korean musical. Final days — closes August 23.
D-Cube Link Arts Center | Through Sunday August 23
Seoul International Garden Show @ Seoul Forest
The large-scale garden exhibition continues with 150 themed gardens and K-culture brand partnerships. Running through October 27.
Seoul Forest, Seongdong-gu | Daily, noon – 7:00 p.m.
Centre Pompidou Hanwha @ Yeouido
Seoul’s newest cultural landmark continues its opening run with the inaugural exhibition The Cubists: Inventing Modern Vision.
Yeouido, Seoul | Check website for opening hours
AMOR EX MACHINA @ Seoul Museum of Art
An exhibition exploring the relationship between love and technology through contemporary art. Running through September 6.
Seoul Museum of Art, Seosomun | Tuesday – Sunday
Martin Parr: We Are Martin Parr @ Seoul Museum of Art
A major retrospective of British documentary photographer Martin Parr continues at SeMA. Running through October 18.
Seoul Museum of Art, Seosomun | Tuesday – Sunday
Yoo Youngkuk: A Mountain Within Me @ Seoul Museum of Art
The major retrospective of Korean abstract pioneer Yoo Youngkuk continues at SeMA. Running through October 25.
Seoul Museum of Art, Seosomun | Tuesday – Sunday
Seoul Fortress Topography Exhibition @ Seoul Museum of History
An exhibition exploring how Seoul’s natural landscape shaped the capital’s 18th-century fortress defence system. Running through October 25.
Seoul Museum of History, Jongno-gu | Tuesday – Sunday
‘A Tender Balance’ Exhibition @ Seoul Botanic Park
A multisite installation examining the relationship between human technology and the environment through contemporary art. Running through May 2027.
Seoul Botanic Park, Gangseo-gu | Through May 2027 | Free
Kwon Byungjun: You Are In My Heart @ Buk-Seoul Museum of Art
A major exhibition at Buk-Seoul Museum of Art running through May 2027.
Buk-Seoul Museum of Art, Dobong-gu | Tuesday – Sunday
Dialogue in the Dark @ Bukchon Hanok Village
An immersive experience conducted in complete darkness, guided by visually impaired hosts. Running through December 31.
Jongno-gu | Check schedule for times
Sports events
Seoul E-Land FC @ Mokdong Stadium
K League 2 action in western Seoul.
Yangcheon-gu | Check kleague.com for fixture and kick-off time
LG Twins, Doosan Bears & Kiwoom Heroes @ Seoul Stadiums
All three of Seoul’s KBO teams are in action this week across Jamsil Baseball Stadium and Gocheok Sky Dome.
Jamsil & Gocheok | Tuesday through Sunday, 6:30 p.m.
Please note that event schedules may change or be postponed without notice, particularly due to weather. We strive to keep this information accurate, but recommend confirming details with the event organizer before visiting