Free Events in Seoul

Seoul Food Festival

Sat, 23 May 2026 · All day

Gwanghwamun Square

Festival

Experience Seoul's Seoul Food Festival at Gwanghwamun Square, a lively outdoor celebration of Korean cuisine featuring tastings, cooking demonstrations, and cultural food stalls. Sample regional flavors, watch chefs craft dishes in real time, and enjoy a family-friendly day celebrating Korea’s rich culinary traditions.

Seoul Dragon Boat Festival 2026

Sat, 23 May 2026 · All day

Ttukseom Han River Park

Festival

Join Seoul's vibrant Dragon Boat Festival at Ttukseom Han River Park for a thrilling dragon boat race between corporate and community teams. Enjoy Korean cultural performances, a lively food village, and a festive atmosphere with free spectator access.

Those Who Leave and Those Who Stay

Sun, 24 May 2026 at 16:00

The Craic House

Literature

Join Itaewon Book Club in Seoul for a discussion of Elena Ferrante's Those Who Leave and Those Who Stay, the third Neapolitan novel. Meet fellow readers at The Craic House for a lively exchange on Lila and Elena's intertwined lives and Ferrante's world-class storytelling.

CosmoBeauty Seoul 2026 - Health & Beauty Week

Wed, 27 May 2026 at 19:00

COEX Convention & Exhibition Center

Conference

Seoul Health & Beauty Week at COEX showcases Korea's leading health, beauty, wellness and cosmetics exhibitors with skincare tech, health devices, spa gear, and fitness equipment. Seminars and stage events add insight and inspiration for professionals visiting the expo.

Health Lifestyle Seoul 2026 - International Health Industry Expo

Wed, 27 May 2026 at 19:00

COEX Convention & Exhibition Center

Wellness

Health Lifestyle Seoul 2026 is a global health-industry expo at COEX, highlighting wellness products, dietary supplements, functional foods, fitness gear and alternative medicine. Co-located with CosmoBeauty Seoul, it invites trade professionals and the general public for exhibits, talks and live demonstrations.

Seoul Sweepers x Teens-to-Teens Running Event

Sat, 30 May 2026 at 22:00

Yeouido Hangang Park

Sports

Join Seoul Sweepers and Teens-to-Teens for an eco-friendly running event along Yeouido Hangang Park. This run blends fitness with litter-picking, offers free desserts and a $20 Starbucks gift card prize, and invites everyone to run and help keep the river park clean.

Han River Nordic Walking Club - Weekly Session

Sun, 31 May 2026 at 17:00

Han River Parks

Sports

Join the Han River Nordic Walking Club for a weekly outdoor session at Banpo Han River Park. Learn proper Nordic pole technique and exercise with fellow walkers of all fitness levels. The event is free to attend (poles rental ₩5,000) and meets Sundays from 8:00 to 9:30 AM.

Daehak-ro Farmers' Market

Sun, 7 Jun 2026 · All day

Arko Art Center Plaza, Hyehwa-dong, Seoul

Market

A monthly outdoor market at Arko Art Center Plaza in Hyehwa, Seoul, featuring organic produce, handmade foods, crafts and live music. Browse farmers and artisans, taste fresh baked goods, and enjoy a lively community atmosphere.

Seoul Food & Hotel 2026

Tue, 9 Jun 2026 at 19:00

KINTEX (Korea International Exhibition Center)

Conference

Korea's largest international food and hospitality trade show returns to KINTEX in Seoul, boasting 1,600+ exhibitors from 45 countries. This B2B event features tastings and showcases across agricultural products, seafood, processed foods, beverages, wine, bakery, and kitchen equipment.

AI Factory Expo 2026

Wed, 10 Jun 2026 at 19:00

Coex Magok Convention Center

Tech

Explore AI manufacturing and smart factory solutions at AI Factory Expo 2026 at COEX in Seoul. The expo showcases cutting-edge AI-enabled production tech, automation, and digital twin demos from leading vendors, ideal for engineers, plant managers, and industry professionals.

AI & Big Data Show 2026

Wed, 10 Jun 2026 at 19:00

Coex Magok Convention Center

Tech

A premier Seoul tech exhibition focused on artificial intelligence, machine learning, and big data analytics at the COEX Convention Center. Attendees can explore AI solutions, data platforms, and real-world use cases at exhibitor booths and keynote sessions.

MK Smart Tech Show 2026

Wed, 10 Jun 2026 at 19:00

Coex Magok Convention Center

Tech

A free, registration-based tech showcase at Seoul's COEX Convention Center, spotlighting media technology and digital innovation with live demos, talks, and exhibitors from the MK ecosystem.

APE CAMP 2026 - Art, Production & Engineering

Fri, 12 Jun 2026 at 19:00

Seoul

Tech

Arts Council Korea's APE CAMP 2026 invites young artists, producers, and engineers to explore art-technology convergence in Seoul. The event blends creative practice with production and engineering, highlighting cross-disciplinary collaboration.

"The Great War For Civilization" by Robert Fisk

Sun, 14 Jun 2026 at 16:00

The Craic House

Literature

Join Itaewon Book Club in Seoul for a discussion of Robert Fisk's The Great War for Civilization. Explore decades of Middle East conflict through Fisk’s reporting, in a casual, thoughtful book-club setting at The Craic House.

Test Automation Summit

Fri, 19 Jun 2026 at 18:00

Conference

Join industry experts at the Test Automation Summit in Seoul for a deep dive into software testing and QA trends. The program features case studies, practical strategies, and best-practice discussions from leading practitioners and vendors in a professional conference setting.

Saturday Han River Run

Sat, 20 Jun 2026 at 17:30

Yeouido Han River Park

Sports

Weekly free Saturday morning group run at Ichon Han River Park in Seoul. Choose 5k or 10k starting 8:30am, with longer routes on Sundays and coffee and croissants afterward. Meet by the convenience store near Ichon Station exit #4; all levels welcome.

Hongdae Free Market — Art & Craft Market

Sat, 20 Jun 2026 · All day

Oil Tank Culture Park

Market

Hongdae Free Market at Hongik Culture Park in Seoul showcases original artworks, handmade jewelry, crafts and stationery by independent artists. Enjoy live indie music on the Afternoon Stage, plus interactive workshops and street performances—every item handmade and not a secondhand market.

Hong Kong Biggest Business, Tech & Entrepreneur Networking Soiree

Tue, 23 Jun 2026 at 03:00

The Social Den HK

Community

An energetic, free networking evening for business, tech and entrepreneurs at The Social Den HK. Connect with peers, explore partnerships, and swap ideas in a stylish venue designed for meaningful conversations.

Marché@ Seogyo Farmers Market

Sat, 27 Jun 2026 · All day

Seogyo-dong Area

Market

Visit Marché@ Seogyo Farmers Market in the Seogyo/Hongdae neighborhood for seasonal produce, handmade desserts, organic teas, and fermented specialties. Browse eco-friendly crafts and enjoy cooking demos that showcase local producers in a lively, community-focused setting.

Sunday Han River Run

Sun, 28 Jun 2026 at 17:30

Yeouido Han River Park

Sports

Weekly Sunday run along the Han River at Ichon Park, starting at 8:30 am. Saturday and Sunday routes include 5k/10k with coffee and croissants after the run. Free and beginner-friendly; meet by the convenience store near Ichon Station Exit 4, via the Seoul Flyers Meetup.

Yeouido Hangang Park Night Market

Sat, 4 Jul 2026 · All day

Yeouido Hangang Park

Market

Experience Seoul's Bamdokkaebi Night Market at Yeouido Hangang Park. Enjoy evening food trucks, handmade crafts, and live performances with busking along the Han River in a lively outdoor market.

DDP Bamdokkaebi Night Market (Friday)

Sat, 4 Jul 2026 · All day

Dongdaemun Design Plaza (DDP)

Market

Join the DDP Bamdokkaebi Night Market at Dongdaemun Design Plaza in Seoul for an iconic evening of global food trucks, handmade crafts, and live entertainment in the Zaha Hadid-designed landmark. Enjoy K-culture experiences and a festive outdoor atmosphere with free admission.

Hangang Sunrise Yoga - Weekly Saturday Session

Sat, 4 Jul 2026 at 15:30

Ttukseom Han River Park

Sports

Join a free outdoor sunrise yoga session along Hangang (Han River) at Ttukseom Park in Seoul. This all-levels class runs every Saturday at 6:30 AM—bring a mat and greet dawn with river views in a friendly meetup.

English Story Hour - Seoul Metropolitan Library

Sat, 4 Jul 2026 at 20:00

Seoul Metropolitan Library

Family

This weekly English-language story hour at Seoul Metropolitan Library offers picture books, songs, and craft activities for ages 2-7 with parents, free of charge. A warm, family-friendly way to boost early literacy in a welcoming library setting.

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