“Today is Children’s Day, Our World” We may be past the age of preschoolers, but we still get to play, have fun, and run through blue skies and open fields. But it’s still Children’s Day, so give your beloved niece or nephew some pocket money for groceries and let’s get to work celebrating. For the little ones in your life, we’ve rounded up a few places where you can enjoy the big day and this holiday 200%.
Your favorite niece, nephew, or aunt/uncle will have just as much fun as you will today.
1. Hip Hop Playa Festival 2025
From Binzino to Zico, Lee Youngji to Dean. How about Hip Hop Playa, where many musicians who are shaping the domestic hip-hop scene participate. The surprise guests who are not in the lineup are the best part of the festival.
📍 KINTEX, Ilsan
🗓️ May 3 (Sat)
2. 2025 Han River Light Show (Drone Light Show)
On the day of Children’s Day, 1,200 to 2,000 drones will light up Ttukseom Han River Park. The Han River Light Show, which started with Seoul Spring Festa, will continue to be held every Sunday until June 15th. It starts at 8:30 p.m. and lasts about 15 minutes.
📍Ttukseom Hangangang Park
🗓️ May 5 (Mon)
3. Car-free Submarine Bridge Tuk Tuk Tuk Tuk Festival
The Han River Submerged Bridge Tuk Tuk Tuk Tuk Festival is back once again this year. From a parade to food trucks, a flea market, silent DJ parties, and more, the festival has a variety of programs. The festival kicked off on May 4 and runs every Sunday from 1pm to 9pm until June 22. Check out the full program here.
📍Submarine Bridge and Banpo Han River Park
🗓️ May 4 (Sun)
4. Dido Jazz Lounge
If you love elegant vibes and groovy music, head to a jazz bar for the holidays. Located in Guui Station, Dido Jazz Lounge offers high-quality live performances. Why not treat yourself to a glass of wine and some jazz? There are performances every Tuesday through Thursday, and you can make reservations here.
📍In front of Guui Station Exit 2 (Naver map)
🗓️ May 6 (Tue)
5. Mugbon
Mugunbone is a no-frills bar located in Seongsu-dong. The atmosphere inside is like a gathering of celebrities, and almost every day is Children’s Day here. All kinds of famous singers, from Park Ji-sung to Park Hyo-shin, come out to sing and liven up the atmosphere. If you just want to have fun like a kid without any worries, this is the place to go! It’s a bar with no roots, but it does have roots when it comes to drinking.
📍In front of Seongsu Station Exit 1 (Naver map)
6. Casa Corona
If you’re in the mood for positive vibes and a sunny day, head to Casa Corona in Itaewon, where you can enjoy cocktails on the rooftop overlooking Itaewon or indoors. As the sun goes down, local and international DJs come out to spin. For music in a relaxed atmosphere, Casa Corona is a great place to visit on Children’s Day for adults! Check out the DJ lineup on Instagram.
📍In front of Itaewon Station Exit 3 (Naver map)
7. Candlelight
If you want to treat your parents to something special on Mother’s Day, consider attending a Candlelight concert. This holiday, they will be performing a tribute program to Adele and Melodies of the Magic Kingdom, and you can buy tickets here. There are also concerts in Busan, so keep that in mind if you’re traveling.
📍 Jeongdong 1928 Art Center
🗓️ May 2 (Fri)
8. Seoul Circus Festival
Korea’s largest circus arts festival, now in its 8th year. The festival features a variety of circus performances, hands-on experience programs, circus-themed exhibitions and films, and a flea market. This year’s festival will combine circus with various genres such as music, sports, and traditional arts.
📍 Nordle Island
🗓️ Saturday, May 3 through Monday, May 5