Seoul(Songpa-gu) , Jamsil(Lotte World)

  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


Seoul(Songpa-gu) , Jamsil(Lotte World)

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.


Seoul(Yongsan-gu) , Itaewon・Yongsan

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.


Gyeonggi-do(Yongin-si) , Yongin

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. 


Gyeonggi-do(Yongin-si) , Yongin

The Christmas Fantasy festival at Everland runs for nearly two months. One of the highlights of the festival is the 26 meter tall romantic tower tree, boasting vibrant lights, which can be seen both inside and outside the park. From the entrance, visitors will be guided into the park by the 500-meter-long Christmas Avenue. 120,000 LED lights brilliantly light up the festival of "Romantic illumination." Popular rides and attractions including T-Express, Thunder Falls and the Lost Valley await visitors of all ages. Play in the holiday spirit to your hearts content.


Seoul(Gangnam-gu)

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.


Seoul(Jongno-gu) , Insadong・Jongnon

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.


Seoul(Jung-gu) , Seoul City Hall・Gwanghwamun

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.


Seoul(Jongno-gu) , Insadong・Jongnon

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.


Gangwon-do(Taebaek-si)

Guwau Village (Taebaek, Gangwon-do) is host to the Taebaek Sunflower Festival, a celebration of the area’s wide array of colorful wildflowers and endless fields of sunflowers (the largest sunflower patch in Korea). The festival takes place in about a 661,157㎡ filled with 300 species of wild flowers along with a sunflower field walking path and other hands-on program with wild flowers.