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It was definitely chilly as recently as Monday, but before we knew it, the temperature had jumped past 30 degrees. It almost feels like spring never happened, but we can’t really complain—we’ve been too busy. As the weather has heated up, the energy levels all over Seoul have exploded. We’ve prepared this for those of you who feel it’s a waste of electricity to stay cooped up at home this weekend.
Lantern Festival
Don’t miss the Buddha’s Birthday celebration!
This weekend, Jongno Street will be brilliantly illuminated by a sea of lanterns. At 9:30 PM on the 16th, to wrap up the first day of the Lantern Festival, a “Daedong Hanmadang” dance party will take place at Bosingak. Guaranteed to be a blast!
Jungnang Seoul Rose Festival
“When you give love freely and generously, millions and millions of flowers will bloom🎵”
The Seoul Jungnang Rose Festival, where you can stroll through Korea’s largest rose tunnel—5.1 km long—and find yourself humming along!
At the Seoul Jungnang Rose Festival, where roses are in full bloom, there is no room for hatred. The Jungnang Rose Festival is filled with nothing but love and beauty!
It’s the perfect unforgettable date spot.
It’s also the perfect opportunity to update your Instagram.
Seoul Film Center Sky Cinema
A movie enjoyed on a rooftop, high above the forest of downtown buildings.
They say there will be a free screening of “Midnight in Paris” this Friday at 8 p.m.
Sky Cinema in Chungmuro is offering free screenings through May, so this is an event you won’t want to miss this month.
Movie tickets can be purchased on the Seoul Film Center website and through D-Trix.
Han River Drone Show
The drones illuminating the night sky are always a sight to behold.
The theme of the Han River Drone Show in the first half of 2026 is “Garden of Life.” Don’t forget to bring a picnic blanket and get there early to secure the best spot!
Central Asian Spring Festival
No need to fly far away. Come feel the energy of the 300,000 overseas Koreans from Central Asia—who have become cherished members of Korean society—right in the heart of Seoul.
Monthly Soban
It’s a full-fledged culinary journey where you can eat, see, shop, and listen. From K-desserts to food trucks.
From elementary schoolers’ tastes to those of middle-aged guys. Whatever your taste, you can find all the snacks that suit your preferences right here.
Bukchon Morning Rave
Seoul’s hottest club starts in the morning.
The free Bukchon Rave is happening this Saturday, too!
