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X-WR-CALNAME:South Korea Events Calendar 2026
X-WR-CALDESC:Comprehensive events calendar for South Korea for the full year 2026
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BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:20260101-new-years-day@myeongdong-kr.com
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260101
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260102
SUMMARY:New Year's Day
DESCRIPTION:National holiday marking the beginning of 2026 with celebrations\, sunrise festivals\, and traditional New Year ceremonies throughout South Korea.
LOCATION:Seoul\, South Korea
CATEGORIES:National Holiday,Modern
URL:https://english.visitkorea.or.kr/
CONTACT:Seoul Tourism Organization +82-02-3788-0800
END:VEVENT

BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:20251212-seoul-lantern-festival-cont@myeongdong-kr.com
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260101
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260112
SUMMARY:Seoul Lantern Festival (Continuation)
DESCRIPTION:Continuation of Seoul's premier winter lantern festival along Cheonggyecheon Stream. Cultural performances\, artistic light installations\, and traditional Korean lantern displays.
LOCATION:Cheonggyecheon Stream\, Seoul\, South Korea
CATEGORIES:Traditional,Festival,Art
URL:https://english.visitseoul.net/
CONTACT:Seoul Tourism Organization +82-02-3788-0800
END:VEVENT

BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:20260110-hwacheon-ice-festival@myeongdong-kr.com
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260110
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260202
SUMMARY:Hwacheon Sancheoneo Ice Festival
DESCRIPTION:Mountain trout ice fishing festival featuring ice fishing\, winter sports\, cultural performances\, and traditional winter activities. One of Korea's premier winter festivals.
LOCATION:Hwacheon\, South Korea
CATEGORIES:Traditional,Festival,Winter,Sports
URL:https://english.visitkorea.or.kr/
CONTACT:Korea Tourism Organization
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BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:20260214-valentines-day@myeongdong-kr.com
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260214
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260215
SUMMARY:Valentine's Day
DESCRIPTION:Valentine's Day celebrations in Seoul with romantic events\, special dining experiences\, and couple-friendly activities throughout the city.
LOCATION:Seoul\, South Korea
CATEGORIES:Modern,Cultural
URL:https://english.visitseoul.net/
CONTACT:Seoul Tourism Organization +82-02-3788-0800
END:VEVENT

BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:20260216-seollal-2026@myeongdong-kr.com
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260216
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260219
SUMMARY:Seollal (Lunar New Year 2026)
DESCRIPTION:Korea's most important traditional holiday celebrating the Lunar New Year. Three-day celebration with family gatherings\, traditional ceremonies\, ancestral rituals\, palace programs\, and cultural activities throughout Seoul.
LOCATION:Seoul and nationwide\, South Korea
CATEGORIES:National Holiday,Traditional,Festival
URL:https://english.visitkorea.or.kr/
CONTACT:Seoul Tourism Organization +82-02-3788-0800
END:VEVENT

BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:20260220-daegu-marathon@myeongdong-kr.com
DTSTART:20260220T080000Z
DTEND:20260220T150000Z
SUMMARY:Daegu Marathon
DESCRIPTION:International marathon event in Daegu featuring full marathon\, half marathon\, 10K\, and 5K races through the historic city.
LOCATION:Daegu\, South Korea
CATEGORIES:Sports,Modern
URL:https://www.finishers.com/
CONTACT:Marathon organizers
END:VEVENT

BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:20260301-independence-movement-day@myeongdong-kr.com
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260301
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260302
SUMMARY:Independence Movement Day (Samil Day)
DESCRIPTION:National holiday commemorating the March 1st Independence Movement of 1919 against Japanese rule. Ceremonial events\, patriotic demonstrations\, and cultural programs.
LOCATION:Seoul\, South Korea
CATEGORIES:National Holiday,Cultural
URL:https://english.visitkorea.or.kr/
CONTACT:Seoul Tourism Organization +82-02-3788-0800
END:VEVENT

BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:20260315-seoul-marathon@myeongdong-kr.com
DTSTART:20260315T080000Z
DTEND:20260315T150000Z
SUMMARY:Seoul Marathon
DESCRIPTION:International Seoul Marathon featuring full marathon and 10K races through Seoul's historic and modern districts. One of Asia's premier marathon events.
LOCATION:Seoul\, South Korea
CATEGORIES:Sports,Modern
URL:https://www.finishers.com/
CONTACT:Marathon organizers
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UID:20260329-jinhae-cherry-festival@myeongdong-kr.com
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260329
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260407
SUMMARY:Jinhae Cherry Blossom Festival (Gunhangje)
DESCRIPTION:Major cherry blossom festival with traditional performances\, cultural celebrations\, and spectacular cherry blossom viewing. One of Korea's most famous spring festivals.
LOCATION:Jinhae\, South Korea (accessible from Seoul)
CATEGORIES:Traditional,Festival,Spring
URL:https://english.visitkorea.or.kr/
CONTACT:Korea Tourism Organization
END:VEVENT

BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:20260329-jindo-sea-road-festival@myeongdong-kr.com
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260329
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260402
SUMMARY:Jindo Miracle Sea Road Festival
DESCRIPTION:Unique festival celebrating the natural phenomenon where the sea parts\, revealing a walkable path. Cultural performances\, Jindo dog shows\, and traditional celebrations.
LOCATION:Jindo\, South Korea
CATEGORIES:Traditional,Festival,Natural
URL:https://english.visitkorea.or.kr/
CONTACT:Korea Tourism Organization
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BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:20260401-cherry-blossom-seoul@myeongdong-kr.com
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260401
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260408
SUMMARY:Seoul Cherry Blossom Season
DESCRIPTION:Peak cherry blossom season in Seoul with hanbok experiences\, spring festivals\, and cherry blossom viewing at Seokchon Lake\, Gyeongbokgung Palace\, and various parks throughout the city.
LOCATION:Seoul (Seokchon Lake\, Gyeongbokgung Palace\, various parks)
CATEGORIES:Traditional,Spring,Cultural
URL:https://english.visitseoul.net/
CONTACT:Seoul Tourism Organization +82-02-3788-0800
END:VEVENT

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UID:20260405-arbor-day@myeongdong-kr.com
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260405
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260406
SUMMARY:Arbor Day
DESCRIPTION:National observance celebrating trees and environmental conservation with tree-planting ceremonies and environmental awareness activities.
LOCATION:Seoul\, South Korea
CATEGORIES:Cultural,Environmental
URL:https://english.visitkorea.or.kr/
CONTACT:Seoul Tourism Organization +82-02-3788-0800
END:VEVENT

BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:20260501-labor-day@myeongdong-kr.com
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260501
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260502
SUMMARY:Labor Day
DESCRIPTION:Bank holiday recognizing workers' rights and contributions. Many businesses and institutions observe this day with closures and special events.
LOCATION:Seoul\, South Korea
CATEGORIES:National Holiday,Modern
URL:https://english.visitkorea.or.kr/
CONTACT:Seoul Tourism Organization +82-02-3788-0800
END:VEVENT

BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:20260505-childrens-day@myeongdong-kr.com
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260505
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260506
SUMMARY:Children's Day
DESCRIPTION:National holiday dedicated to children with family-friendly events\, park activities\, and special programs at museums and attractions throughout Seoul.
LOCATION:Seoul\, South Korea
CATEGORIES:National Holiday,Family
URL:https://english.visitkorea.or.kr/
CONTACT:Seoul Tourism Organization +82-02-3788-0800
END:VEVENT

BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:20260508-parents-day@myeongdong-kr.com
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260508
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260509
SUMMARY:Parents' Day
DESCRIPTION:Cultural observance honoring parents with family gatherings\, special meals\, and expressions of gratitude to parents and elders.
LOCATION:Seoul\, South Korea
CATEGORIES:Cultural,Family
URL:https://english.visitkorea.or.kr/
CONTACT:Seoul Tourism Organization +82-02-3788-0800
END:VEVENT

BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:20260515-teachers-day@myeongdong-kr.com
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260515
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260516
SUMMARY:Teacher's Day
DESCRIPTION:Cultural observance honoring teachers and educators with ceremonies\, appreciation events\, and educational celebrations.
LOCATION:Seoul\, South Korea
CATEGORIES:Cultural,Educational
URL:https://english.visitkorea.or.kr/
CONTACT:Seoul Tourism Organization +82-02-3788-0800
END:VEVENT

BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:20260516-lotus-lantern-festival@myeongdong-kr.com
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260516
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260518
SUMMARY:Lotus Lantern Festival (Yeondeunghoe)
DESCRIPTION:Buddhist lantern festival celebrating Buddha's Birthday with spectacular lantern parades\, cultural performances\, and traditional Buddhist ceremonies throughout Seoul.
LOCATION:Seoul\, South Korea
CATEGORIES:Traditional,Festival,Buddhist
URL:https://english.visitseoul.net/
CONTACT:Seoul Tourism Organization +82-02-3788-0800
END:VEVENT

BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:20260522-miryang-arirang-festival@myeongdong-kr.com
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260522
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260526
SUMMARY:Miryang Arirang Festival
DESCRIPTION:Government-designated cultural tourism festival celebrating Korean folk music\, traditional performances\, and Arirang cultural heritage.
LOCATION:Miryang\, South Korea
CATEGORIES:Traditional,Festival,Cultural
URL:https://english.visitkorea.or.kr/
CONTACT:Korea Tourism Organization
END:VEVENT

BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:20260524-buddhas-birthday@myeongdong-kr.com
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260524
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260525
SUMMARY:Buddha's Birthday
DESCRIPTION:National holiday celebrating the birth of Gautama Buddha with lantern festivals\, temple ceremonies\, and Buddhist cultural events throughout Seoul and nationwide.
LOCATION:Seoul and nationwide\, South Korea
CATEGORIES:National Holiday,Traditional,Buddhist
URL:https://english.visitkorea.or.kr/
CONTACT:Seoul Tourism Organization +82-02-3788-0800
END:VEVENT

BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:20260603-local-election-day@myeongdong-kr.com
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260603
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260604
SUMMARY:Local Election Day
DESCRIPTION:Public holiday for local government elections with voting activities and civic participation events.
LOCATION:Seoul\, South Korea
CATEGORIES:National Holiday,Civic
URL:https://english.visitkorea.or.kr/
CONTACT:Seoul Tourism Organization +82-02-3788-0800
END:VEVENT

BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:20260606-memorial-day@myeongdong-kr.com
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260606
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260607
SUMMARY:Memorial Day
DESCRIPTION:National holiday honoring fallen soldiers and veterans with memorial ceremonies\, patriotic events\, and remembrance activities at national monuments.
LOCATION:Seoul\, South Korea
CATEGORIES:National Holiday,Memorial
URL:https://english.visitkorea.or.kr/
CONTACT:Seoul Tourism Organization +82-02-3788-0800
END:VEVENT

BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:20260618-seoul-book-fair@myeongdong-kr.com
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260618
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260623
SUMMARY:Seoul International Book Fair
DESCRIPTION:Major book fair featuring Korean and international publishers\, author events\, literary discussions\, and cultural programming celebrating reading and literature.
LOCATION:COEX Mall\, Seoul\, South Korea
CATEGORIES:Cultural,Modern,Literary
URL:https://www.korea.net/
CONTACT:Exhibition organizers
END:VEVENT

BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:20260620-ironman-goseong@myeongdong-kr.com
DTSTART:20260620T080000Z
DTEND:20260620T180000Z
SUMMARY:Ironman 70.3 Goseong
DESCRIPTION:International triathlon competition featuring swimming\, cycling\, and running components in scenic Goseong location.
LOCATION:Goseong\, South Korea
CATEGORIES:Sports,Modern
URL:https://www.finishers.com/
CONTACT:Ironman organizers
END:VEVENT

BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:20260717-constitution-day@myeongdong-kr.com
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260717
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260718
SUMMARY:Constitution Day
DESCRIPTION:Observance commemorating the adoption of South Korea's constitution with civic education events and constitutional awareness programs.
LOCATION:Seoul\, South Korea
CATEGORIES:Cultural,Civic
URL:https://english.visitkorea.or.kr/
CONTACT:Seoul Tourism Organization +82-02-3788-0800
END:VEVENT

BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:20260702-daegu-chimac-festival@myeongdong-kr.com
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260702
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260707
SUMMARY:Daegu Chimac Festival
DESCRIPTION:Famous chicken and beer festival in Daegu featuring Korean fried chicken\, craft beer\, live music performances\, and food culture celebrations.
LOCATION:Duryu Park\, Daegu\, South Korea
CATEGORIES:Culinary,Festival,Modern
URL:https://english.visitkorea.or.kr/
CONTACT:Korea Tourism Organization
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BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:20260725-boryeong-mud-festival@myeongdong-kr.com
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260725
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260811
SUMMARY:Boryeong Mud Festival
DESCRIPTION:World-famous mud festival at Daecheon Beach featuring mud wrestling\, mud slides\, mud prison\, and beach activities. International festival with music performances and summer fun.
LOCATION:Daecheon Beach\, Boryeong\, South Korea
CATEGORIES:Festival,Modern,Summer
URL:https://english.visitkorea.or.kr/
CONTACT:Korea Tourism Organization
END:VEVENT

BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:20260815-liberation-day@myeongdong-kr.com
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260815
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260816
SUMMARY:Liberation Day (Gwangbokjeol)
DESCRIPTION:National holiday commemorating Korea's liberation from Japanese colonial rule in 1945. Patriotic ceremonies\, cultural events\, and national celebrations.
LOCATION:Seoul\, South Korea
CATEGORIES:National Holiday,Memorial
URL:https://english.visitkorea.or.kr/
CONTACT:Seoul Tourism Organization +82-02-3788-0800
END:VEVENT

BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:20260808-tongyeong-hansan-festival@myeongdong-kr.com
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260808
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260815
SUMMARY:Tongyeong Hansan Battle Festival
DESCRIPTION:Historic festival commemorating Admiral Yi Sun-sin's victory in the Great Battle of Hansan in 1592. Traditional naval battle reenactments and cultural programs.
LOCATION:Tongyeong\, South Korea
CATEGORIES:Traditional,Festival,Historical
URL:https://english.visitkorea.or.kr/
CONTACT:Korea Tourism Organization
END:VEVENT

BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:20260820-high1-skyrace@myeongdong-kr.com
DTSTART:20260820T080000Z
DTEND:20260820T160000Z
SUMMARY:High1 Skyrace
DESCRIPTION:Mountain trail running race featuring 42km\, 20km\, and 12km courses through scenic mountain terrain with challenging elevation and beautiful views.
LOCATION:Seoul area\, South Korea
CATEGORIES:Sports,Modern
URL:https://www.finishers.com/
CONTACT:Race organizers
END:VEVENT

BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:20260915-chuncheon-marathon@myeongdong-kr.com
DTSTART:20260915T080000Z
DTEND:20260915T150000Z
SUMMARY:Chuncheon Marathon
DESCRIPTION:Marathon event in scenic Chuncheon featuring full marathon\, half marathon\, and 10K races through beautiful lakeside and mountain scenery.
LOCATION:Chuncheon\, South Korea
CATEGORIES:Sports,Modern
URL:https://www.finishers.com/
CONTACT:Marathon organizers
END:VEVENT

BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:20260920-ironman-gurye@myeongdong-kr.com
DTSTART:20260920T080000Z
DTEND:20260920T180000Z
SUMMARY:Ironman Gurye
DESCRIPTION:Full Ironman triathlon competition featuring 3.8km swim\, 180km bike\, and 42.2km run in the scenic Gurye region.
LOCATION:Gurye\, South Korea
CATEGORIES:Sports,Modern
URL:https://www.finishers.com/
CONTACT:Ironman organizers
END:VEVENT

BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:20260924-chuseok-2026@myeongdong-kr.com
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260924
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260927
SUMMARY:Chuseok (Korean Thanksgiving 2026)
DESCRIPTION:Korea's harvest festival and one of the most important traditional holidays. Three-day celebration with family gatherings\, ancestral ceremonies\, traditional food\, and cultural activities nationwide.
LOCATION:Seoul and nationwide\, South Korea
CATEGORIES:National Holiday,Traditional,Festival
URL:https://english.visitkorea.or.kr/
CONTACT:Seoul Tourism Organization +82-02-3788-0800
END:VEVENT

BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:20261003-national-foundation-day-2026@myeongdong-kr.com
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261003
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261004
SUMMARY:National Foundation Day (Gaecheonjeol)
DESCRIPTION:National holiday commemorating the founding of Korea with government ceremonies\, cultural events\, and patriotic celebrations.
LOCATION:Seoul\, South Korea
CATEGORIES:National Holiday,Traditional
URL:https://english.visitkorea.or.kr/
CONTACT:Seoul Tourism Organization +82-02-3788-0800
END:VEVENT

BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:20261009-hangeul-day-2026@myeongdong-kr.com
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261009
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261010
SUMMARY:Hangeul Day
DESCRIPTION:National holiday celebrating the Korean alphabet with cultural events\, Korean language celebrations\, and educational programs throughout Seoul.
LOCATION:Seoul\, South Korea
CATEGORIES:National Holiday,Cultural
URL:https://english.visitkorea.or.kr/
CONTACT:Seoul Tourism Organization +82-02-3788-0800
END:VEVENT

BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:20261015-transjeju-utmb@myeongdong-kr.com
DTSTART:20261015T080000Z
DTEND:20261015T180000Z
SUMMARY:TransJeju by UTMB
DESCRIPTION:Ultra-trail running race in Jeju Island featuring 52km\, 20km\, and 100km courses through Jeju's volcanic landscape and coastal scenery.
LOCATION:Jeju City\, South Korea
CATEGORIES:Sports,Modern
URL:https://www.finishers.com/
CONTACT:UTMB organizers
END:VEVENT

BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:20261104-gimhae-ceramics-festival@myeongdong-kr.com
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261104
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261110
SUMMARY:Gimhae Buncheong Ceramics Festival
DESCRIPTION:Traditional Korean ceramics festival celebrating Buncheong pottery with workshops\, exhibitions\, and demonstrations of traditional ceramic techniques.
LOCATION:Gimhae\, South Korea
CATEGORIES:Traditional,Art,Cultural
URL:https://english.visitkorea.or.kr/
CONTACT:Korea Tourism Organization
END:VEVENT

BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:20261120-seoul-half-marathon-2026@myeongdong-kr.com
DTSTART:20261120T080000Z
DTEND:20261120T130000Z
SUMMARY:Seoul Half Marathon
DESCRIPTION:International half marathon and 10K run through Seoul's historic and modern districts with scenic urban running routes.
LOCATION:Seoul\, South Korea
CATEGORIES:Sports,Modern
URL:https://www.finishers.com/
CONTACT:Marathon organizers
END:VEVENT

BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:20261225-christmas-day-2026@myeongdong-kr.com
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261225
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261226
SUMMARY:Christmas Day
DESCRIPTION:National holiday with Christmas celebrations\, special church services\, holiday markets\, and festive events throughout Seoul.
LOCATION:Seoul\, South Korea
CATEGORIES:National Holiday,Modern
URL:https://english.visitkorea.or.kr/
CONTACT:Seoul Tourism Organization +82-02-3788-0800
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