{"id":52852,"date":"2026-06-15T01:14:07","date_gmt":"2026-06-15T01:14:07","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/korea\/52852\/"},"modified":"2026-06-15T01:14:07","modified_gmt":"2026-06-15T01:14:07","slug":"whats-on-in-seoul-june-15-21","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/korea\/52852\/","title":{"rendered":"What\u2019s on in Seoul: June 15-21"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" class=\"mb2-plus4\" src=\"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/korea\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/1781486047_206_gangnam seoul.jpg\" alt=\"A street in Gangnam District, Seoul, Korea.\"\/><\/p>\n<p class=\"default-font lh-default ma0 mh3 mt0 pb3\">\n\t\t\t\tGangnam District, Seoul (Photo courtesy of haps Magazine Korea)<br \/>\n\t\t\t\t<\/p>\n<p class=\"storyline-p f4 \">Here is what\u2019s going on around the city of Seoul this week.<\/p>\n<p class=\"storyline-p f4 \">Please consider subscribing to our\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/channel\/UC56nToaiyDeLUXx6jX2C_Sw\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">YouTube channel<\/a>\u00a0so you can keep up-to-date on what\u2019s happening around the city.<\/p>\n<p> Music events <\/p>\n<p class=\"storyline-p f4 \">You can check the full Seoul concert listings\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.hapskorea.com\/upcoming-concerts-in-seoul\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">here<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p class=\"storyline-p f4 \">2026 SON TAE JIN Solo Concert \u2018THE MAESTRO\u2019 @ LG Arts Center Seoul<\/p>\n<p class=\"storyline-p f4 \">Korean classical crossover tenor Son Tae Jin performs three nights at LG Arts Center Seoul in his much-anticipated annual concert series.<\/p>\n<p class=\"storyline-p f4 \">LG Arts Center Seoul | Thursday through Saturday<\/p>\n<p class=\"storyline-p f4 \">TREASURE THE STAGE 2026 @ Korea University Hwajeong Tiger Dome<\/p>\n<p class=\"storyline-p f4 \">K-pop group TREASURE performs three nights at Korea University\u2019s outdoor dome venue as part of their 2026 concert tour.<\/p>\n<p class=\"storyline-p f4 \">Korea University Hwajeong Tiger Dome | Thursday through Saturday<\/p>\n<p class=\"storyline-p f4 \">LAPOEM Concert \u2018A Summer Night in LALALAND: NEW ERA\u2019 @ Blue Square Woori Won Banking Hall<\/p>\n<p class=\"storyline-p f4 \">The classical crossover vocal group LAPOEM continues their multi-week summer concert run. Running through June 21.<\/p>\n<p class=\"storyline-p f4 \">Blue Square Woori Won Banking Hall, Yongsan-gu | Through Sunday<\/p>\n<p class=\"storyline-p f4 \">2026 SVT 10th Fan Meeting \u2018SEVENTEEN in CARAT LAND\u2019 @ Incheon Asiad Main Stadium<\/p>\n<p class=\"storyline-p f4 \">SEVENTEEN celebrate their 10th anniversary with a major outdoor fan meeting at Incheon Asiad Main Stadium across two days.<\/p>\n<p class=\"storyline-p f4 \">Incheon Asiad Main Stadium | Saturday and Sunday<\/p>\n<p class=\"storyline-p f4 \">2026 NOEL Concert \u2018Cafe June\u2019 @ XSCALA<\/p>\n<p class=\"storyline-p f4 \">Popular Korean ballad singer NOEL performs two nights in Seoul as part of his summer concert series.<\/p>\n<p class=\"storyline-p f4 \">XSCALA | Saturday and Sunday<\/p>\n<p class=\"storyline-p f4 \">RAPBEAT 2026 @ Oil Tank Culture Park<\/p>\n<p class=\"storyline-p f4 \">One of Seoul\u2019s premier outdoor hip-hop festivals returns to Oil Tank Culture Park with a two-day lineup of Korean rap and R&amp;B artists.<\/p>\n<p class=\"storyline-p f4 \">Oil Tank Culture Park, Mapo-gu | Saturday and Sunday<\/p>\n<p class=\"storyline-p f4 \">2026 Seoul Park Music Festival @ Olympic Park<\/p>\n<p class=\"storyline-p f4 \">An outdoor music festival across the expansive grounds of Olympic Park featuring a mix of Korean indie, pop, and rock artists over two days.<\/p>\n<p class=\"storyline-p f4 \">88 Garden, Olympic Park | Saturday and Sunday<\/p>\n<p class=\"storyline-p f4 \">ZEE &amp; YOU AGAIN IN KOREA @ GABIN Art Hall<\/p>\n<p class=\"storyline-p f4 \">Thai actor and singer Zee Pruk Panich returns to Korea for a solo fan concert at GABIN Art Hall.<\/p>\n<p class=\"storyline-p f4 \">GABIN Art Hall | Saturday<\/p>\n<p> Events <\/p>\n<p class=\"storyline-p f4 \">Robert Mapplethorpe Exhibition @ Kukje Gallery<\/p>\n<p class=\"storyline-p f4 \">A major exhibition of works by the legendary American photographer Robert Mapplethorpe, one of the most significant photographic artists of the 20th century. Running through July 19.<\/p>\n<p class=\"storyline-p f4 \">Kukje Gallery, Jongno-gu | Through July 19<\/p>\n<p class=\"storyline-p f4 \">Merikokeb Berhanu Exhibition @ Esther Schipper Seoul<\/p>\n<p class=\"storyline-p f4 \">A solo exhibition by Ethiopian-born Berlin-based artist Merikokeb Berhanu, whose richly layered paintings explore memory, landscape, and the body. Running through August 14.<\/p>\n<p class=\"storyline-p f4 \">Esther Schipper Seoul | Opens Tuesday June 9 | Through August 14<\/p>\n<p class=\"storyline-p f4 \">Yoo Youngkuk: A Mountain Within Me @ Seoul Museum of Art<\/p>\n<p class=\"storyline-p f4 \">A major retrospective of Korean abstract pioneer Yoo Youngkuk, marking the 110th anniversary of his birth. The first in SeMA\u2019s new Korean Modern Masters series, featuring rare and previously unpublished works. Running through October 25.<\/p>\n<p class=\"storyline-p f4 \">Seoul Museum of Art, Seosomun-gu | Through October 25<\/p>\n<p class=\"storyline-p f4 \">Where Writing Breathes @ Seoul Museum of Art<\/p>\n<p class=\"storyline-p f4 \">A group exhibition at SeMA exploring the relationship between writing, language, and contemporary art practice. Running through July 12.<\/p>\n<p class=\"storyline-p f4 \">Seoul Museum of Art | Through July 12<\/p>\n<p class=\"storyline-p f4 \">Moonlight Urban Yoga @ Gwanghwamun Square<\/p>\n<p class=\"storyline-p f4 \">Free outdoor yoga sessions continue at Gwanghwamun Square every Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday evening through August 7.<\/p>\n<p class=\"storyline-p f4 \">Gwanghwamun Square, Jongno-gu | Tuesday, Wednesday &amp; Thursday, 7:30 p.m. | Free<\/p>\n<p class=\"storyline-p f4 \">NextRise 2026 @ COEX<\/p>\n<p class=\"storyline-p f4 \">Seoul\u2019s biggest startup and innovation expo, connecting Korean and global companies with investors, entrepreneurs, and industry leaders.<\/p>\n<p class=\"storyline-p f4 \">COEX, Gangnam | Thursday and Friday<\/p>\n<p class=\"storyline-p f4 \">Seoul International Garden Show @ Seoul Forest<\/p>\n<p class=\"storyline-p f4 \">The large-scale garden exhibition continues with 150 themed gardens and K-culture brand partnerships. Running through October 27.<\/p>\n<p class=\"storyline-p f4 \">Seoul Forest, Seongdong-gu | Daily<\/p>\n<p class=\"storyline-p f4 \">Centre Pompidou Hanwha @ Yeouido<\/p>\n<p class=\"storyline-p f4 \">Seoul\u2019s newest cultural landmark continues its opening run. The inaugural exhibition The Cubists: Inventing Modern Vision is on now.<\/p>\n<p class=\"storyline-p f4 \">Yeouido, Seoul | Check website for opening hours<\/p>\n<p class=\"storyline-p f4 \">Damien Hirst Exhibition @ MMCA Seoul<\/p>\n<p class=\"storyline-p f4 \">The British artist\u2019s major retrospective continues at the National Museum of Modern and Contemporary Art. Running through June 28.<\/p>\n<p class=\"storyline-p f4 \">MMCA Seoul, Jongno-gu | Tuesday \u2013 Sunday<\/p>\n<p class=\"storyline-p f4 \">Tino Sehgal: Live Art @ Leeum Museum of Art<\/p>\n<p class=\"storyline-p f4 \">The Berlin-based artist\u2019s interactive live performance works continue at Leeum. Final two weeks \u2014 running through June 28.<\/p>\n<p class=\"storyline-p f4 \">Leeum Museum of Art, Yongsan-gu | Tuesday \u2013 Sunday<\/p>\n<p class=\"storyline-p f4 \">Musical Billy Elliot @ Blue Square Woori Bank Hall<\/p>\n<p class=\"storyline-p f4 \">The award-winning musical featuring original music from Elton John continues its Seoul run through July 26.<\/p>\n<p class=\"storyline-p f4 \">Yongsan-gu | Check nol.com for showtimes<\/p>\n<p class=\"storyline-p f4 \">Dialogue in the Dark @ Bukchon Hanok Village<\/p>\n<p class=\"storyline-p f4 \">An immersive experience conducted in complete darkness, guided by visually impaired hosts. Running through December 31.<\/p>\n<p class=\"storyline-p f4 \">Jongno-gu | Check schedule for times<\/p>\n<p class=\"storyline-p f4 \">NextRise 2026 @ COEX<\/p>\n<p class=\"storyline-p f4 \">The ECCK is a supporting partner of NextRise, Korea\u2019s largest open innovation and startup festival. A key event for the international business community in Seoul.<\/p>\n<p class=\"storyline-p f4 \">COEX, Gangnam | Thursday and Friday<\/p>\n<p> Sports events <\/p>\n<p class=\"storyline-p f4 \">Seoul E-Land FC @ Mokdong Stadium<\/p>\n<p class=\"storyline-p f4 \">K League 2 action in western Seoul.<\/p>\n<p class=\"storyline-p f4 \">Yangcheon-gu | Check kleague.com for fixture and kick-off time<\/p>\n<p class=\"storyline-p f4 \">LG Twins &amp; Doosan Bears @ Jamsil Baseball Stadium<\/p>\n<p class=\"storyline-p f4 \">Both of Seoul\u2019s home KBO teams are in action at Jamsil this week.<\/p>\n<p class=\"storyline-p f4 \">Songpa-gu | Tuesday through Sunday, 6:30 p.m.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"Gangnam District, Seoul (Photo courtesy of haps Magazine Korea) Here is what\u2019s going on around the city of&hellip;\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":52853,"comment_status":"","ping_status":"","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[3],"tags":[62,291,1980,112,26870,289,26869,14359,286,283,284,285],"class_list":["post-52852","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","category-seoul","tag-events-near-me","tag-fest-near-me","tag-festival-near-me","tag-seoul","tag-seoul-activities","tag-seoul-events","tag-seoul-korea","tag-seoul-korea-events","tag-seoul-sightseeing","tag-seoul-things-to-do","tag-seoul-travel","tag-seoul-trip"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/korea\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/52852","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/korea\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/korea\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/korea\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/korea\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=52852"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/korea\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/52852\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/korea\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/52853"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/korea\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=52852"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/korea\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=52852"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/korea\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=52852"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}