The Gangneung Danoje Festival was designated a Masterpiece of the Oral and Intangible Heritage of Humanity by UNESCO in 2005 and is Important Intangible Cultural Property No. 13 in Korea in 1967. The festival serves to preserve the folk culture of the Joseon Dynasty and has been a popular festival since 1975.Danoje Festival includes rituals such as the Daegwallyeong Guksa Seonghwangje (a tribute to Monk Beomil, believed to protect Gangneung) and Yeongsinje (a deity greeting ritual). Folk performances, ssireum wrestling, swing riding, and tug-of-war competitions follow these rituals. During the Danoje Festival, visitors are also invited to participate in various events: watching a traditional wedding ceremony, making surichui rice cake, washing one's hair in iris-infused water, and drinking alcoholic beverages offered to the gods. There are also regional dialect contests and other cultural programs.

  Experience the ultimate K-POP concert while visiting Korea! Join the star-studded lineup at the 32nd Lotte Duty Free Family Concert! Celebrate the legendary music event of 2023-2024 Visit Korea Year! Discover the charm of Hallyu at Lotte Duty Free! The highly anticipated 32nd Lotte Duty Free Family Concert is back and better than ever, as it celebrates the "Visit Korea Year" for 2023-2024! Don't miss your chance to experience electrifying performances from the biggest names in K-POP, representing the best of Hallyu culture, as they take the stage at the KSPO Dome in Seoul from June 16th to 18th. After several years of virtual events due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the Lotte Duty Free Family Concert is returning to an in-person format for the first time in four years, making it the perfect occasion to plan a trip to Korea and immerse yourself in the phenomenal world of K-POP. Get ready to be captivated on Day 1 of the concert, June 16th at 7:30 p.m. KST, with performances from top-tier idol groups like NCT DREAM, Stray Kids, STAYC, aespa, KINGDOM, and Lee Chae Yeon. Day 2, taking place on June 17th at 6 p.m. KST, will feature an impressive lineup of artists including Sung Si Kyung, Gummy, Crush, Jukjae, ITZY, and ENHYPEN. The grand finale on June 18th at 6 p.m. KST will showcase the very best of trot music, with performances from Young Tak, Lee Chan Won, Jang Min Ho, Jang Yoon Jung, Jin Si Mon, and Song Ga In. Since its opening in December 2009, the Lotte Duty Free main store Star Avenue has been a cultural space dedicated to promoting Hallyu culture among international tourists. We highly recommend making time for some shopping at Lotte Duty Free while you're there, as it offers an incredible selection of products and a unique shopping experience that you won't find anywhere else. Embark on an unforgettable journey to Korea and witness the magic of K-POP live at the 32nd Lotte Duty Free Family Concert! Book your tickets now and join the celebration of the 2023-2024 Visit Korea Year! * 32nd Lotte Family Concert * Venue: Seoul Olympic Gymnastics Arena (KSPODOME) * Schedule: June 16th (Friday) to June 18th (Sunday), 2023 / 3 days

2025 Sky Festival Ticket ★ Foreigner-Only Package Experience the Power of K-POP and Korean Music! Foreigner-Only Tickets for the 2025 INCHEON SKY FESTIVAL (SKF) Now Open! The Global Music Festival Filling Inspire Arena with Passion — 2025 INCHEON SKY FESTIVAL (SKF)! Celebrating 20 Years of Music and Emotion — Discover the Best of K-POP in Incheon! Where Music Meets Travel — Welcome to the 2025 INCHEON SKY FESTIVAL (SKF)! Currently, reservations are confirmed in real time. However, as tickets are almost sold out, the system may switch to verification-based booking. If you wish to secure your ticket, we highly recommend completing your reservation as soon as possible. Since its first launch in 2004, the INCHEON SKY FESTIVAL (SKF) has become one of Korea’s most iconic global music festivals, introducing K-POP and Korean popular culture to audiences worldwide. In 2025, marking its 20th anniversary, the INCHEON SKY  FESTIVAL (SKF), hosted by the Incheon International Airport Corporation, returns with upgraded performances and an even more dynamic stage production. This year’s festival will take place at the state-of-the-art Inspire Arena, located within the Inspire Resort in Incheon — a world-class indoor venue designed for large-scale live performances. From K-POP to ballads and DJ performances, the festival presents an extraordinary lineup that everyone can enjoy together. Enjoy live performances from Korea’s leading artists, immersive stage effects powered by cutting-edge lighting and sound systems, and a passionate atmosphere that connects fans from all around the world. Tickets are available through Trippose.com, one of the official foreigner-exclusive ticketing partners designated by the Incheon International Airport Corporation. Each package includes: • Foreigner-only seating (randomly assigned on 1st–2nd floors) • Round-trip shuttle bus package (Seoul ↔ Incheon) The heart of global music beats in Incheon — the 2025 INCHEON SKY FESTIVAL (SKF) awaits you. ★ Event Information Event Name — 2025 INCHEON SKY FESTIVAL (SKF) Hosted by — Incheon International Airport Corporation Venue — Inspire Arena (Inspire Resort, Incheon) ▶▷       MORE      Dates — November 8 (Sat) – November 9 (Sun), 2025 Show Time — 17:00~20:00 Venue Address — 127 Gonghang-dong-ro, Jung-gu, Incheon (Inside Inspire Resort, Indoor Venue) ★ Ticket Sales Trippose.com — Official Foreigner-Only Ticketing Partner(Designated by Incheon International Airport Corporation) ★ Package Benefits • Foreigner-only seating (randomly assigned on 1st–2nd floors) • Round-trip Shuttle Bus Package (Seoul ↔ Incheon) included 【2025 INCHEON SKY FESTIVAL – Artist Line-up】 11.08 (Sat) Line-up: HIGHLIGHT, MARK of NCT DREAM, MEOVV, ALLDAY PROJECT, xikers, RESCENE 11.09 (Sun) Line-up: SUNG SI-KYUNG, Crush, Heize, MIYEON of (G)I-DLE ▲ Click on the artist’s name above to view their video / 上記のアーティスト名をクリックすると、各アーティストの映像をご覧いただけます / 点击上方的艺人姓名即可观看该艺人的视频 / 點擊上方的藝人名稱即可觀看該藝人的影片 ※Lineup Subject to change / ※ 出演者は変更になる可能性がございます。予めご了承ください。/ ※ 根据主办方或出演ARTIST的情况，演出时间可能发生变更。 / ※ 根據主辦方或出演ARTIST的情況，演出時間可能發生變更。   ◈ Package Options • Package A: 13:00 Departure from Myeongdong Station ※ Meeting Point: Subway Line 4, Myeongdong Station Exit 3 (Arrive at least 15 minutes prior) • Package B: 13:30 Departure from Hapjeong Station ※ Meeting Point: Subway Line 2 & 6, Hapjeong Station Exit 9 (Arrive at least 15 minutes prior) 13:00 Depart from Myeongdong Station (Subway Line 4), Exit 3 13:30 Depart from Hapjeong Station (Subway Lines 2 & 6), Exit 9    Arrive at the venue and collect your ticket 15:30 Queue for entry and enter the concert hall 17:00 Enjoy the “2025 SKF K-POP Concert”! 20:30 After the concert, board the return bus 22:00 Arrive back at Hapjeong Station and Myeongdong Station Please note that the schedule is subject to slight changes depending on traffic conditions and on-site circumstances. ◈ Notices & Guidelines • Performance times and lineup are subject to change without prior notice, depending on the circumstances of the organizer or performing artists. • Artist substitutions may occur due to unavoidable reasons. Please note that cancellations or refunds will not be accepted in such cases. • Once your reservation is confirmed, a 100% cancellation fee will apply. No refunds will be provided under any circumstances. Inquiries or requests for cancellation or refund will not be accepted. • Seating will be randomly assigned on the day of the event. Requests for specific seat numbers or locations cannot be accommodated in advance. • When booking, you must provide complete participant information, including passport number (last 4 digits masked with *), passport English name, nationality, gender, and email address. • On the event day, you are required to bring your original passport or Alien Registration Card for verification. • Outside food and beverages are not allowed inside the venue. (Sealed water bottles are permitted.) • Photography using telephoto lenses and any form of video recording are strictly prohibited within the venue. Bag inspections may be conducted prior to entry. • Neither the organizer nor Trippose.com will be responsible for lost or stolen tickets after issuance. Tickets cannot be reissued under any circumstances. • If the applicant is a minor, parental or legal guardian consent must be obtained prior to booking. • Round-trip shuttle buses will operate between Myeongdong Station / Hapjeong Station and the concert venue. • The return bus after the concert may differ from the one used for departure. Please ensure that you take all personal belongings with you before leaving the vehicle. • Please arrive at the designated boarding point at least 15 minutes prior to departure. Present your mobile voucher and passport to the staff for verification. Buses will depart on time, and late arrivals will not be accommodated. • Boarding areas will be clearly marked with the ‘Go Tour × Trippose.com’ logo. Please look for this sign and meet your assigned guide. • This package is strictly for foreign nationals only. Korean citizens are not eligible to purchase, and refunds will not be provided in case of purchase. • This ticket is provided free of charge by the Incheon International Airport Corporation and is only available as part of a package product sold through Trippose.com. • Tickets cannot be purchased separately. They are exclusively distributed as part of the official package product, which includes transportation and related services. 본 상품은 외국인 전용 티켓으로, 한국인은 구매하실 수 없습니다. 한국인이 구매한 경우 환불이 불가하오니 반드시 유의해 주시기 바랍니다. ※Cancellation policy： non-refundable   ​ ※Emergency contact number: +82-10-6787-1516(Contact available on the day of the performance only / 仅在演出当天可联系 / 公演当日のみ連絡可能)

Lotte World Tower will be holding Lotte World Tower Firework Festival on April 2, 2017 from 19:30 to 12:30. The celebration begins with opening ceremony performed by DJ DOC, Hong, Jin-young, a cappella group D.I.A, Songpa Philharmonic Orchestra and Songpa Boys and Girls Choir at a special performance stage. Spectacular fireworks display of 30,000 fireworks will embroider the night sky for 11 minutes starting from 21:00. Lotte World Tower will mesmerize visitors with fireworks that light up the night sky in accordance to eight different background music of diverse genre such as jazz and pop, along with the fascinating musical fireworks display at Seokchonhosu Lake. Recreational activities and prize giveaway events will be held after the fireworks display. Visit the official website for more information.

The Itaewon Global Village Festival, held every fall, brings together a fun mix of Korean traditions and foreign cultures and stands out as one of the most internationally diverse celebrations of Seoul. It is indeed a fantastic multicultural event where people learn about and experience different culturals. A range of events take place during the festival beginning with an opening ceremony, performances of traditional dance from home and abroad as well as the Global Food Festival which runs throughout the weekend.

C-Festival features the Global MICE (MICE: meetings, incentives, conventions, and exhibitions) Business Convergence festival, existing only in Korea. The festival is host by MICE clusters committe and it comprises of 13 corporations located in COEX World Trade Center, which will take place in the district throughout the trade center and Yeongdong-daero.Located in the heart of Seoul, it features a new concept of exhibition convention along with various promotional indoor and outdoor events, varied cultural art performances, exhibitions, concerts, musicals and plays that entertain visitors entertain the festival.

Everland Summer Splash, one of the main summer festivals in Everland, is held annually from June to August. The festival is packed with various programs like splash parades, fireworks and a 3D mapping show held at night, and a new themed garden, featuring more hands-on contents for visitors. 

As part of the Creation of Living Palaces project, the Changdeokgung Palace Moonlight Tour offers a unique opportunity to witness and experience palatial beauty. The tour begins from the main gate, Donhwamun Gate (돈화문), and continues on for approximately two hours through Injeongjeon Hall (인정전), Nakseonjae (낙선재), and Huwon (후원, meaning "secret garden"). To make a reservation, visit the Korea Cultural Heritage Foundation website. Reservations are accepted from 20 days before the event.Initially built as a royal villa, Changdeokgung Palace became the central governance compound during the Joseon Dynasty after the former principal palace, Gyeongbokgung Palace, was burned to the ground during the Japanese invasion in the 16th century. In addition to its political significance, the palace is known for its aesthetics and architecture, set against breathtaking natural scenery. In 1997, UNESCO designated Changdeokgung Palace as a World Cultural Heritage site.

The pride of Daehangno, the musical "Hwarang", is playing at Dahangno Art Madang. Hwarang has been played for more than 800 times in Daehangno and as it reaches its 1,000th performance, the musical numbers will also be rearranged for a more magnificent show and traditional musical instruments will be incorporated into the performances.

Deoksugung Palace has held a guard-changing ceremony since 1996 after thorough historical research by leading historians. The ceremony, which is held in front of the Daehanmun Gate of Deoksugung Palace, is a tradition similar to the Changing of the Guards at Buckingham Palace and offers a rare opportunity to experience royal culture. The royal gate is opened and closed at pre-determined times, and the gatekeepers in charge of guard duty and patrols hold a shift ceremony three times a day. Special Programs: The Royal Guard-Changing Ceremony is a highly recommended event for tourists. It is held three times a day (11:00 / 14:00 / 15:30) in front of Daehanmun Gate at Deoksugung Palace. As each ceremony follows the same procedure and lasts for thirty minutes, visitors can choose whichever time is most convenient. The ceremony is free of charge. There are no ceremonies on Mondays as well as on severely cold or hot days.As the ceremony begins, the changing of the guards commences replete with traditional musical instruments, and exchanges a password for verification. An eight-minute guard ceremony ensues, followed by a seven-minute change ceremony, and finally a patrol that completes the ceremony. The procedure takes a dramatic turn when 18 guards in six official positions beat a drum and bellow some orders. Major Highlights: The Royal Guard-Changing Ceremony is a great opportunity to experience a rare traditional scene. Be sure to bring a camera. The guards’ splendid costumes, with their brilliant primary colors, are a pleasure to view. While you cannot take pictures with the guards during the changing of guards, you can take a background picture of the guards and palace. You can also take photographs with the gatekeepers after the ceremony is over. Visit the palace and enjoy the beauty of Korean palaces following the ceremony.