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Seoul: Events Highlights

 

Highlights: Major Events


Seoul International Marathon

March (tba)

30,000 runners are estimated in hoping to complete the Seoul International Marathon.

 

The Cherry Blossom Festival

April (tba)

Held in the Yeouido area, this annual event is a celebration of the Spring season, with Cherry Blossom trees in full bloom lining the streets of Seoul.

 

Seoul International Cartoon & Animation Festival

May (tba)

A festival that attracts fanatics of Cartoon and animation. Classic Korean cartoons as well as experimental works are displayed during the festival.

 

Hi Seoul Festival

2 - 5 May

This cultural festival, celebrated over a period of 10 days, celebrates the history & cultures of Seoul, with concerts, fireworks & a lantern boat parade.

 

Jongmyo Daeje

4 May

This event is an annual ceremony honouring the Royal ancestors, with a parade of the Royal carriage from Gyeonbukgung to the Royal Shrine at Jongmyo, right through the city centre.

 

Lotus Lantern Festival

2 - 12 May

This festival celebrates the birth of Buddha, and the city is bathed with light during this period of festivity. Highlights of the event include a spectacular lotus lantern parade, & entertainment on the street.

 

   

 

Public Holidays

New Year's Day

1 January

Sollal

6 - 8 February

Samiljol

1 March

Labour Day

1 May

Children Day

5 May

Buddha's Anniversary

12 May

Memorial Day for The Korean War

6 June

Liberation Day (National Day)

15 August

Ch'usok/ Binara Poya

13 - 15 September

Foundation Day

3 October

Christmas Day

25 December


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