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
Post Malone – The BIG Stadium World Tour in Seoul @ Goyang Stadium
One of the world’s biggest music stars brings his stadium world tour to Goyang for one night — the undisputed headline concert of the week.
Goyang Stadium | Thursday October 2
2026 SANDEUL Concert ‘On The Breeze’ @ Blue Square Woori Won Banking Hall
B1A4 member Sandeul performs two nights at Blue Square Woori Won Banking Hall.
Blue Square Woori Won Banking Hall, Yongsan-gu | Saturday and Sunday, October 3–4
CHOI YU REE Concert 2026 – Seoul @ Jangchung Arena
Korean vocalist Choi Yu Ree performs two nights at Jangchung Arena.
Jangchung Arena | Saturday and Sunday, October 3–4
‘IDOL1ST KENTY’ Asia Tour 2026 in Seoul @ Olympic Hall
K-pop group IDOL1ST KENTY perform two nights at Olympic Hall on their Asia tour.
Olympic Hall, Olympic Park | Saturday and Sunday, October 3–4
2026 LET’S ROCK FESTIVAL @ Nanji Hangang Park
A two-day outdoor rock festival at Nanji Hangang Park with a lineup of Korean and international rock acts.
Nanji Hangang Park, Mapo-gu | Saturday and Sunday, October 3–4
Porsche Vibe Seoul @ Oil Tank Culture Park
A two-day music and lifestyle festival at Oil Tank Culture Park presented by Porsche.
Oil Tank Culture Park, Mapo-gu | Saturday and Sunday, October 3–4
LANY: Soft World Tour in Korea @ KINTEX
American indie-pop band LANY perform one night at KINTEX on their Soft World Tour.
KINTEX 2 Exhibition Hall 9, Ilsan | Saturday October 3
2026 EDC Korea @ Inspire Entertainment Resort
One of the world’s biggest electronic dance music festivals, Electric Daisy Carnival, comes to Korea for two nights at Inspire Entertainment Resort near Incheon Airport.
Inspire Entertainment Resort, Incheon | Saturday and Sunday, October 3–4
&TEAM Concert Tour ‘BLAZE THE WAY’ Encore @ KSPO Dome
K-pop group &TEAM perform two nights at KSPO Dome on their encore tour.
KSPO Dome, Olympic Park | Saturday and Sunday, October 3–4
LEE SUNGKYOUNG 2026 Fan Meeting @ SKY Art Hall
Korean actress and singer Lee Sungkyoung holds a fan meeting at SKY Art Hall.
SKY Art Hall | Saturday October 3
PERSONA Live Tour 2026 ‘Resonance’ in Seoul @ YES24 Live Hall
Korean band PERSONA perform one night at YES24 Live Hall.
YES24 Live Hall | Saturday October 3
nafla instinct tour 2026-2027 @ YES24 Wanderloch Hall
Korean hip-hop artist nafla performs one night at YES24 Wanderloch Hall.
YES24 Wanderloch Hall | Saturday October 3
XMF (Xnterstellar Music Festival) 2026 @ Paradise City Culture Park
A two-day music festival at Paradise City Culture Park near Incheon Airport.
Paradise City Culture Park, Incheon | Saturday and Sunday, October 3–4
2026 LEO MUSE Fan Meeting ‘TAKE WOON-PLAY LEO’ @ Sungshin Women’s University
VIXX member Leo holds a fan meeting at Sungshin Women’s University.
Sungshin Women’s University Woonjung Green Campus Auditorium | Saturday October 3
2026 SEEYA 20th Anniversary Concert ‘THE FAN’ in Goyang @ KINTEX
Beloved Korean vocal trio SEEYA perform their 20th anniversary concert in Goyang.
KINTEX Exhibition 2, Hall 10, Goyang | Sunday October 4
MINT FESTA Vol.87 @ KT&G SangsangMadang Hongdae Live Hall
The popular Hongdae indie music showcase series returns for its 87th edition.
KT&G SangsangMadang Hongdae Live Hall | Sunday October 4
Zara Larsson – Midnight Sun Tour in Seoul @ Myunghwa Live Hall
Swedish pop star Zara Larsson performs in Seoul as part of her Midnight Sun World Tour.
Myunghwa Live Hall | Sunday and Monday, October 4–5
2026 HAN JI WOO 1st Fan Meeting ‘SCENE #1: First Moment’ @ Gurumare Theater
Korean artist Han Ji Woo holds her first fan meeting at Gurumare Theater.
Gurumare Theater | Sunday October 4
Events
Seoul Welcome Week 2026 @ Citywide
Seoul’s 23-day welcome programme for foreign visitors continues through October 11, timed to coincide with China’s National Day holiday. Free Discover Seoul Pass Heritage Editions remain available for select foreign arrivals at Incheon and Gimpo airports. The Seoul Culture Lounge continues through October 10 with traditional dance lessons, songpyeon making, and cultural experiences. The multilingual Seoul Welcome Center at Myeongdong Exit 6 opens this Thursday October 1 through October 8.
Various venues across Seoul | Through October 11
National Foundation Day (Gaecheonjeol) @ Citywide
Korea’s National Foundation Day commemorating the legendary founding of the first Korean kingdom. A national public holiday on Saturday October 3 — many museums and cultural venues remain open with special programming at royal palaces across the city.
Citywide | Saturday October 3 | Public holiday
King Jeongjo’s Royal Parade @ Seoul
The annual reenactment of King Jeongjo’s royal procession — one of Seoul’s most spectacular traditional pageants, featuring hundreds of participants in period costume. A must-see autumn event. Check the Seoul Metropolitan Government website for the exact route and timing.
Seoul | Saturday October 3 | Free
Seoul Light Hangang Bitseom Festival @ Yeodeokdo Island, Han River
One of the most spectacular new events of the autumn season — a light and media art festival on Yeodeokdo Island in the Han River, transforming the small island into an illuminated outdoor exhibition for ten nights. Running through October 11.
Yeodeokdo Island, Han River | Through Sunday October 11
Seoul Dal Moon Balloon — Game Zone Week 2 @ Yeouido Park
The Seoul Dal Chuseok special enters its final week, with the Seoul Dal Game Zone featuring ’13-second’ challenges, quiz roulettes, and special missions with prizes. The balloon runs until 11:00 p.m. on Fridays and Saturdays. Final days — closes October 5.
Yeouido Park | Through Sunday October 5 | Game Zone: Free | Balloon ride: ticketed separately
Changgyeonggung Palace Night Banquet ‘Royal Banquet for Parents’ @ Changgyeonggung Palace
A special night programme at Changgyeonggung Palace themed around filial piety — a royal court banquet experience honouring parents. One of the most atmospheric palace events of the autumn season. Final week — closes Sunday October 4.
Changgyeonggung Palace, Jongno-gu | Through Sunday October 4 | Ticket required
Deoksugung Palace Night — Seokjojeon Hall @ Deoksugung Palace
Deoksugung’s Western-style Seokjojeon Hall is illuminated for a special atmospheric evening programme. Running through October 18.
Seokjojeon Hall, Deoksugung Palace, Jung-gu | Through October 18 | Ticket required
Lynn Hershman Leeson Solo Exhibition @ Seoul Museum of Art
A major solo exhibition by pioneering American media artist Lynn Hershman Leeson opens this week at Seoul Museum of Art — one of the most significant international art exhibitions opening in Seoul this autumn. Running through February 7, 2027.
Seoul Museum of Art, Seosomun | Opens Thursday October 1 – February 7, 2027
Dongdaemun Festival @ Dongdaemun-gu
An annual neighbourhood cultural festival in Dongdaemun-gu.
Dongdaemun-gu, Seoul | Saturday October 3
Geumcheon Siheung Haenggung Cultural Festival @ Geumcheon-gu
A traditional cultural festival in Geumcheon-gu centred around the historic Siheung Haenggung temporary palace site.
Geumcheon-gu, Seoul | Sunday October 4
Gangnam Festival 2026 @ Yeongdong-daero, Gangnam
The annual Gangnam Festival returns to the street outside COEX Mall on Yeongdong-daero with a K-pop concert stage, street performances, food, and entertainment along one of Seoul’s most iconic boulevards.
Yeongdong-daero, Gangnam-gu | Check website for exact dates this week
Seoul Hanok Week @ Citywide
Seoul Hanok Week returns for October with a record 82 programmes across the city’s traditional hanok spaces — cultural experiences, craft workshops, architecture tours, performances, and more. Check hapskorea.com/seoul-hanok-week-returns-in-october-with-record-82-programs/ for the full schedule.
Various hanok venues across Seoul | October 2026 | Check website for exact dates and programme
Seoul Guided Night Walking Tours @ Citywide
Seoul’s expanded guided night walking tour programme runs daily through mid-November. Routes include the new Namsan Fortress Night Course, Deoksugung Palace, Jeongdong, Changgyeonggung Palace, Insadong, and Namsangol Hanok Village. Departs 6:00 p.m. and 8:00 p.m. daily. Special 9:00 p.m. Friday tours at Gwanghwamun Square, Cheonggyecheon, and Naksan Fortress. Reserve at dobo.visitseoul.net at least three days in advance.
Various routes, Seoul | Daily | 6:00 p.m. & 8:00 p.m. | Special Friday 9:00 p.m. tours | Reserve at dobo.visitseoul.net
Seoul Outdoor Library @ Gwanghwamun Square & Cheonggyecheon
Seoul’s popular outdoor library continues through November 1. The Hangang Park edition opens this Friday October 5, adding a new riverside location.
Seoul Plaza, Gwanghwamun Square & Cheonggyecheon | Fridays–Sundays | Free
Nuances: ‘Archaeology of the Present’ @ KOTE
The debut Seoul exhibition from Nuances — a multidisciplinary collective of French-speaking artists living in Korea — comes to KOTE following its successful run in Busan. Through photography, drawing, film, installation, music, and performance, the show explores Korea’s rapidly changing society as if uncovering an archaeological site. Presented as part of the 140th anniversary of French-Korean diplomatic relations. Free admission.
KOTE, Seoul | October 1–14 | Free
Car-Free Jamsu Bridge Festival @ Jamsu Bridge & Banpo Hangang Park
Every Sunday the lower deck of Banpo Bridge closes to traffic for a riverside day of markets, performances, and picnic culture. Running through October 25.
Jamsu Bridge & Banpo Hangang Park | Every Sunday | Free
Taekwondo Performances @ Namsangol Hanok Village
Seoul’s popular taekwondo performance series continues every weekend at Namsangol Hanok Village through October 18.
Namsangol Hanok Village, Jung-gu | Saturday and Sunday, 2:00 p.m. & 4:00 p.m. | Free
Gyeongbokgung Palace Night Viewing @ Gyeongbokgung Palace
Gyeongbokgung Palace continues its atmospheric autumn night viewings every Wednesday through Sunday. Lottery entry required for the guided Starlight Tour.
Gyeongbokgung Palace, Jongno-gu | Wednesday–Sunday through October 24 | Lottery entry
Musical ‘The Choir of Man’ @ NOL Theater Daehakro
The award-winning British pub musical continues its Seoul run through January 3, 2027.
NOL Theater Daehakro | Through January 3, 2027
‘The Nature of Forgetting’ @ Sejong Center S Theater
The remarkable wordless British theatre piece about memory from Theatre Re continues through November 29.
Sejong Center S Theater | Through November 29
Koo Jeong-a Exhibition @ Leeum Museum of Art
A major solo exhibition by Korean conceptual artist Koo Jeong-a continues at Leeum. Running through December 27.
Leeum Museum of Art, Yongsan-gu | Through December 27
Jonas Wood Exhibition @ Amorepacific Museum of Art
A major solo exhibition by American painter Jonas Wood continues. Running through February 2027.
Amorepacific Museum of Art | Through February 28, 2027
Do Ho Suh Exhibition @ MMCA Seoul
The internationally acclaimed Korean artist’s major retrospective continues at MMCA Seoul. Free admission. Running through February 2027.
MMCA Seoul, Samcheong-dong | Through February 2027 | Free
Banksy: BANKSY STILL HERE @ The Hyundai Seoul
A major exhibition of Banksy works continues at The Hyundai Seoul. Running through November 3.
The Hyundai Seoul, ALT.1, Yeouido | Through November 3
Musical ELISABETH @ Blue Square Woori Bank Hall
The acclaimed Austrian musical 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. Running through November 8.
GS Arts Center | Through November 8
Seoul International Garden Show @ Seoul Forest
The large-scale garden exhibition continues through October 27.
Seoul Forest, Seongdong-gu | Daily, noon – 7:00 p.m.
Centre Pompidou Hanwha @ Yeouido
Seoul’s newest cultural landmark continues with the inaugural exhibition The Cubists: Inventing Modern Vision.
Yeouido, Seoul | Check website for opening hours
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
Seoul Glass Craft Award Exhibition @ Seoul Museum of Craft Art
The 2nd Seoul Glass Craft Award showcases award-winning glass craft works. Final two weeks — closes October 11.
Seoul Museum of Craft Art | Through October 11
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.
Han River Plpl Autumn Sports Day @ Ttukseom Hangang Park
Seoul city’s Han River Plpl area hosts a three-day autumn sports festival combining a classic Korean school sports day with K-pop dance performances, cheerleading, balloon bursting, colour-board flipping, face painting, craft activities, a flea market, and food trucks.
Ttukseom Hangang Park (Han River Plpl) & beneath Cheongdam Bridge | Friday–Sunday, October 3–5 | Free
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