The Seoul Winter Festa is in its third year, running from December 12, 2025, to January 4, 2026, across downtown Seoul (Gwanghwamun, Cheonggyecheon, DDP, etc.). The theme is 'Winter Fairy Tale,' where citizens become the heroes in a fantasy story. It's packed with media art, light installations, and interactive programs like K-performance contests, street parades, and winter food zones. K-culture fans will love the K-pop dance parties and K-idol beauty experience zones!
Here's a quick rundown of the highlights:
- Seoul Light Gwanghwamun (Dec 12–Jan 4): Media facade shows and glowing sculptures transform Gwanghwamun into a wonderland – perfect for night walks!
- Seoul Lantern Festival (Dec 12–Jan 4): LED lanterns and traditional hanji art light up Cheonggyecheon and Uicheon streams. Super romantic for dates.
- Seoul Con (Dec 29–Jan 1): K-pop festivals and global influencer expo with concerts and pop-ups.
- DDP Seoul Light (Dec 18–31): Media art with character collabs and countdown shows to ring in the new year.
- Citizen Programs: K-performance contests (Dec 13–25), winter food zones (select dates), sleeping contest (Dec 27), K-beauty experiences (Dec 22–24), and more. Anyone can join – I wish I could've entered the dance party!
Seeing all this makes me appreciate how warm and vibrant Korean winters can be. For those of us far away in the US, it's a great way to connect with K-life energy! If you're planning a Seoul trip, check out the details on winta.co.kr. And to bring the vibe home, head to our K-Gallery shop for K-food snack sets (like spicy Buldak ramen for those late-night munchies) or cooling beauty mists (essential for winter skin care). [Shop link: https://k-gallery.com/] Easy theme bundles await!
Stay tuned for more fun K-trends in the next post. Share your winter stories in the comments!
