Here is what’s going on around the city of Seoul this week.
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ADG7’s Concert ‘NEXT JOURNEY’ @ National Museum of Korea Theater Yong
Korean vocal group ADG7 perform at the National Museum of Korea Theater Yong.
National Museum of Korea Theater Yong | Tuesday September 2
Jesse Barrera + Albert Posis Live in Seoul @ Rollinghall
Filipino-American singer-songwriters Jesse Barrera and Albert Posis perform together in Seoul for one night.
Rollinghall | Thursday September 3
HYPNOSIS THERAPY on Sync Next 26 @ Sejong Cultural Center S Theater
A special two-night performance event at Sejong Cultural Center’s S Theater.
Sejong Cultural Center S Theater | Friday and Saturday, September 4–5
2026 Donghae 1st Solo Encore Concert ‘ALIVE’ in Seoul @ Olympic Hall
Super Junior member Donghae performs three nights at Olympic Hall on his first solo encore concert run.
Olympic Hall, Olympic Park | Friday through Sunday, September 4–6
ARTMS World Tour ‘Art of BLUE BLOOD’ in Seoul @ YES24 Live Hall
K-pop girl group ARTMS perform two nights in Seoul on their world tour.
YES24 Live Hall | Friday and Saturday, September 5–6
SOUND PLANET FESTIVAL 2026 @ Paradise City
A major two-day outdoor music festival at Paradise City resort near Incheon Airport featuring Korean and international artists.
Paradise City, Incheon | Friday and Saturday, September 5–6
SPYAIR Just Like This 2026 in Korea @ KINTEX
Japanese rock band SPYAIR perform one night at KINTEX on their Korea tour.
KINTEX Exhibition Hall 2, Ilsan | Friday September 5
2026 Sung Si Kyung with Friends ‘So, today’ @ 88 Garden, Olympic Park
Beloved Korean ballad singer Sung Si Kyung performs two outdoor nights at Olympic Park’s 88 Garden.
88 Garden, Olympic Park | Friday and Saturday, September 5–6
MADLY MEDLEY 2026 @ Oil Tank Culture Park
A two-day music festival at Oil Tank Culture Park featuring Korean indie and alternative artists.
Oil Tank Culture Park, Mapo-gu | Friday and Saturday, September 5–6
Nerd Connection Club Tour ‘Peak of the Wave’ Seoul Final @ Myunghwa Live Hall
Korean indie duo Nerd Connection close out their club tour with a final Seoul show.
Myunghwa Live Hall | Friday September 5
THE SCOUT: Stars Reborn – Seoul @ Blue Square Woori Won Banking Hall
A special performance event featuring emerging Korean artists at Blue Square.
Blue Square Woori Won Banking Hall, Yongsan-gu | Friday September 5
TETRAPOD’26 – Intermingle @ YES24 Wanderloch Hall
A special collaborative performance event at YES24 Wanderloch Hall.
YES24 Wanderloch Hall | Friday September 5
2026 g0nny Solo Concert @ NOL Theater Hapjeong
Korean singer g0nny performs two nights at NOL Theater Hapjeong.
NOL Theater Hapjeong | Friday and Saturday, September 5–6
James Alyn & pami | Spot the GIG by Wanderloch @ YES24 Wanderloch Hall
An intimate double bill at YES24 Wanderloch Hall.
YES24 Wanderloch Hall | Saturday September 6
JAEHA ‘LIFE LIKE’ Concert 2026 @ Rollinghall
Korean singer-songwriter JAEHA performs one night at Rollinghall.
Rollinghall | Saturday September 6
Mint Festa Vol.86 @ KT&G Sangsangmadang Hongdae Live Hall
The popular Hongdae indie music showcase series returns for its 86th edition.
KT&G Sangsangmadang Hongdae Live Hall | Saturday September 6
4th Seoul Art Week @ Citywide
Seoul’s biggest annual art week connects galleries, museums, and cultural spaces across the city with special exhibitions, open studios, artist talks, and public art events. Running through September 6.
Various venues, Seoul | Through Saturday September 6 | Most events free
Seoul Fashion Week @ DDP & Lotte World Tower
Seoul’s most important fashion event opens its September edition at Dongdaemun Design Plaza and Lotte World Tower, showcasing Korean and international designers across six days of runway shows and presentations.
Dongdaemun Design Plaza (DDP) & Lotte World Tower | September 1–6
Frieze Seoul 2026 @ COEX
One of the world’s most prestigious international art fairs opens in Seoul for its fourth edition, bringing leading galleries from across the globe to COEX Hall C and D.
COEX, Gangnam | September 2–5
Kiaf SEOUL 2026 @ COEX
Korea’s biggest international art fair runs alongside Frieze Seoul at COEX, featuring hundreds of Korean and international galleries across five days. A major event for art collectors and enthusiasts alike.
COEX, Gangnam | September 2–6
Gyeongbokgung Palace Night Viewing @ Gyeongbokgung Palace
One of Seoul’s most magical seasonal experiences — Gyeongbokgung Palace opens for atmospheric night viewing every Wednesday through Sunday this autumn. Lottery entry required for guided Starlight Tour. Running through October 24.
Gyeongbokgung Palace, Jongno-gu | Wednesday–Sunday through October 24 | Lottery entry required
Seoul International Fireworks Festival @ Yeouido
Korea’s most spectacular fireworks show returns to Yeouido Hangang Park for one night, drawing hundreds of thousands of spectators to the riverside. Arrive early for the best spots.
Yeouido Hangang Park | Friday September 5 | Free
DDP Autumn Festival @ Dongdaemun Design Plaza
The DDP’s autumn cultural festival continues through September 7 with outdoor performances, light installations, and public programming.
Dongdaemun Design Plaza (DDP), Jung-gu | Through Sunday September 7 | Free
Seoul Sculpture Festival @ Songhyeon Green Plaza
A free outdoor sculpture festival in the newly opened Songhyeon Green Plaza. Final days — closes September 4.
Songhyeon Green Plaza, Jongno-gu | Through Thursday September 4 | Free
Car-Free Jamsu Bridge Festival @ Jamsu Bridge & Banpo Hangang Park
The autumn run of the popular Car-Free Jamsu Bridge Festival begins this Sunday — every Sunday the lower deck of Banpo Bridge closes to traffic for a riverside day of markets, performances, and picnic culture. Running through October 25.
Jamsu Bridge & Banpo Hangang Park | Every Sunday from September 6 – October 25 | Free
Koo Jeong-a Exhibition @ Leeum Museum of Art
A major new exhibition by Korean conceptual artist Koo Jeong-a opens at Leeum Museum of Art this week. Running through December 27.
Leeum Museum of Art, Yongsan-gu | Opens Friday September 5 – December 27
Jonas Wood Exhibition @ Amorepacific Museum of Art
A major solo exhibition by American artist Jonas Wood — one of the most celebrated painters working today — opens at Amorepacific Museum of Art. Running through February 28, 2027.
Amorepacific Museum of Art | Opens Tuesday September 1 – February 28, 2027
Zero Waste Festival @ Seoul
A free festival promoting sustainable living and zero-waste culture in Seoul with exhibitions, workshops, product markets, and cultural programming.
Seoul | Sunday September 6 | Free
Do Ho Suh Exhibition @ MMCA Seoul
The internationally acclaimed Korean artist’s major retrospective continues at the National Museum of Modern and Contemporary Art. Free admission. Running through February 2027.
MMCA Seoul, Samcheong-dong | Through February 2027 | Free
Banksy: BANKSY STILL HERE @ The Hyundai Seoul
A major exhibition of Banksy works continues at The Hyundai Seoul. Running through November 3.
The Hyundai Seoul, ALT.1, Yeouido | Through November 3
Musical ELISABETH @ Blue Square Woori Bank Hall
The acclaimed Austrian musical about Empress Elisabeth of Austria continues its Seoul run. Running through November 15.
Blue Square Woori Bank Hall, Yongsan-gu | Through November 15
Musical Hell’s Kitchen @ GS Arts Center
The Broadway musical featuring the music of Alicia Keys continues. Running through November 8.
GS Arts Center | Through November 8
Seoul International Garden Show @ Seoul Forest
The large-scale garden exhibition continues with 150 themed gardens and K-culture brand partnerships. Running through October 27.
Seoul Forest, Seongdong-gu | Daily, noon – 7:00 p.m.
Centre Pompidou Hanwha @ Yeouido
Seoul’s newest cultural landmark continues with the inaugural exhibition The Cubists: Inventing Modern Vision.
Yeouido, Seoul | Check website for opening hours
Martin Parr: We Are Martin Parr @ Seoul Museum of Art
A major retrospective of British documentary photographer Martin Parr continues at SeMA. Running through October 18.
Seoul Museum of Art, Seosomun | Tuesday – Sunday
Yoo Youngkuk: A Mountain Within Me @ Seoul Museum of Art
The major retrospective of Korean abstract pioneer Yoo Youngkuk continues at SeMA. Running through October 25.
Seoul Museum of Art, Seosomun | Tuesday – Sunday
Seoul Fortress Topography Exhibition @ Seoul Museum of History
An exhibition exploring how Seoul’s natural landscape shaped the capital’s 18th-century fortress defence system. Running through October 25.
Seoul Museum of History, Jongno-gu | Tuesday – Sunday
Seoul Glass Craft Award Ceremony & Exhibition @ Seoul Museum of Craft Art
The 2nd Seoul Glass Craft Award showcases award-winning glass craft works. Running through October 11.
Seoul Museum of Craft Art | Through October 11
Kwon Byungjun: You Are In My Heart @ Buk-Seoul Museum of Art
A major exhibition at Buk-Seoul Museum of Art running through May 2027.
Buk-Seoul Museum of Art, Dobong-gu | Tuesday – Sunday
Dialogue in the Dark @ Bukchon Hanok Village
An immersive experience conducted in complete darkness, guided by visually impaired hosts. Running through December 31.
Jongno-gu | Check schedule for times
FC Seoul vs Incheon United @ Seoul World Cup Stadium
K League 1 action at Seoul World Cup Stadium — FC Seoul host Incheon United this Saturday.
Seoul World Cup Stadium, Mapo-gu | Saturday September 5
Seoul E-Land FC @ Mokdong Stadium
K League 2 action in western Seoul.
Yangcheon-gu | Check kleague.com for fixture and kick-off time
LG Twins, Doosan Bears & Kiwoom Heroes @ Seoul Stadiums
All three of Seoul’s KBO teams are in action this week across Jamsil Baseball Stadium and Gocheok Sky Dome.
Jamsil & Gocheok | Tuesday through Sunday, 6:30 p.m.
Please note that event schedules may change or be postponed without notice, particularly due to weather. We strive to keep this information accurate, but recommend confirming details with the event organizer before visiting
