The winter chill will ease up for this weekend.
But next week, the bitter cold is expected to return, so don’t miss out on this relatively mild weekend—make the most of it.
This Friday through Sunday — What to do in Seoul this weekend.
1. Seoul International Sculpture Festa
The nation’s largest sculpture festival, gathering around 400 artists and over 6,000 works, opens this weekend. You’ll encounter everything from overwhelmingly large sculptures to small pieces you could display at home. If you’re looking to stroll through art in 3D space rather than 2D on canvas, this weekend is the place to be.
🗓️ Jan. 14 (Wed) ~ Jan. 18 (Sun)
⏰ Jan. 15 (Thu) – Jan. 17 (Sat) 11:00 AM – 7:30 PM
01.18 (Sun) 11:00 – 18:00
📍COEX Hall C, 3rd Floor, 513 Yeongdong-daero, Gangnam-gu, Seoul (Naver Map)
🎫Admission: Adults 20,000 KRW / Youth 15,000 KRW
2. Cheonggyecheon Lantern Festival
This weekend marks the final days of the Light Lantern Festival. Thanks to enthusiastic support from visitors, the festival was extended by two weeks, so if you haven’t been yet, this weekend is your last chance. The weather is also relatively pleasant, making it perfect for a long, leisurely stroll. If you want to enjoy a winter evening walk, Cheonggyecheon is the ideal spot.
🗓️2025.12.12 (Fri) -2026.1.18(Sun)
📍Cheonggyecheon, Changsin-dong, Jongno-gu, Seoul (Naver Map)
3. Sleep No More
If you’re looking for a performance to see this weekend, here’s a slightly different recommendation. This immersive performance blurs the lines between stage and audience, making spectators part of the show. Reportedly, there isn’t a single line of dialogue. Its unfamiliar, experimental format makes the unfolding story all the more intriguing. Set in 1930s Scotland, it blends Shakespeare’s Macbeth withHitchcockian suspense—a fascinating concept.
🗓️July 24, 2025 – February 28, 2026
🎫Ticket Purchase
Admission: 190,000 KRW – 360,000 KRW
📍MacKittrick Hotel
4. Jennie Photo Exhibition <J2NNI5>
Jenny’s photo exhibition opens this Friday, the 16th. Jenny, 25. As she rose to become a global star, everything she carried—her bags, her earrings—became a topic of conversation. But what was she really like behind the scenes? This exhibition promises to reveal unpublished photos capturing candid moments. All proceeds will be donated, so Jennie fans can visit to see their favorite star while also supporting a good cause.
🗓️2026.01.16 – 2026.01.29
🎫Ticket Purchase
Admission: 10,000 KRW
📍YOUTHQUAKE, 25 Hyoja-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul (Naver Map)
5. Painters
A great show to see with children. It tells a story through painting and performance, without dialogue. You might wonder, “How can just painting be a performance?” but witnessing the process of art coming to life and being completed is an impressive experience. The stage transforms into one giant canvas.
🗓️2022.11.01 ~2026.03.31
🎫Ticket Purchase
Admission: 50,000 KRW – 70,000 KRW
📍Kyunghyang Art Hill, Kyunghyang Newspaper Building, 3 Jeongdong-gil, Jung-gu, Seoul (Naver Map)
6. Grand Hyatt Lounge Party
This Friday, an R&B party takes place at the Grand Hyatt Lounge. R&B singer JUNE, singer-songwriter ID:EARTH who continues to experiment across genres, and SUMMERSOUL, gaining attention for her mysterious and refreshing vocals, will fill the stage. A special guest is also anticipated, adding to the excitement.
⏰ January 16, 2025 (Fri) 8:00 PM – 2:30 AM
🎫 ₩20,000 (On-site purchase, includes 1 Free Drink)
📍 Grand Hyatt Seoul JJ Mahoney’s Lounge, 322 Sowol-ro, Yongsan-gu, Seoul (Naver Map)
7. Kanou Miyu’s Korea Concert
Kanou Miyu, who instantly captivated Korean fans by appearing on the Korea-Japan joint music program <Korea-Japan Top Ten Show>, will hold her concert in Korea this weekend. Her cover of ‘Sorry for Being Cute’ became a major sensation on social media, making her name known in Korea. With her adorable visuals and refreshing vocal prowess, she has built a fanbase spanning both Japan and Korea. Notably, a fan meeting is scheduled for Sunday, offering a great opportunity to meet Kanou Miyu up close, away from the stage.
⏰2026. 01. 17. (Sat) LIVE 18:30
2026. 01. 18. (Sun) Fan Meeting 1:30 PM
🎫 LIVE VIP 120,000 KRW, General 90,000 KRW (All standing)
Fan Meeting: All Seats 60,000 KRW (All Seated)
📍 Saturday Performance Venue: Hongdae STAGE, B1 Floor, 68 Eulmadang-ro, Mapo-gu, Seoul (Naver Map)
Fan Meeting Venue: Hongdae Cafe 5th Floor Gallery, 68 Eulmadang-ro, Mapo-gu, Seoul (Naver Map)