What’s On in Seoul – August 2025
August 2025 in Seoul brings high-energy music festivals, riverside fun, street culture, and cutting-edge exhibitions. Here’s your complete monthly guide:
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Sporting Events:
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Pop Culture and Community Events:
- Kakao Friends Summer Pop-Up
- Dates: August 5–18, 2025
- Where: Starfield COEX Mall
- Details: Pop-up merchandise and themed cafes featuring Ryan & friends.
- Seoul Fringe Festival
- Dates: August 16–25, 2025
- Where: Seongsu-dong & Hongdae
- Details: Independent art performances and installations across Seoul.
Concerts and Music:
- Summer Swag 2025 – PSY
- Dates: August 2–3, 2025
- Where: Jamsil Sports Complex
- Details: Soaking wet summer concert featuring PSY and guest artists.
- Seoul Jazz Nights
- Dates: August 9–10, 2025
- Where: Seoul Forest
- Details: Outdoor jazz festival under the stars.
Art and Exhibitions:
- Digital Art Korea 2025
- Dates: All of August
- Where: Dongdaemun Design Plaza
- Details: Immersive projection art and digital creativity showcase.
Festivals and Special Events:
- Hangang Summer Festival
- Dates: August 1–25, 2025
- Where: Various Han River Parks
- Details: Live shows, boat rides, markets, and movies along the Han River.
Theatre, Performance and Musicals:
- NANTA – Cookin’ Show
- Dates: All of August
- Where: Myeongdong NANTA Theatre
- Details: High-energy cooking comedy, great for all languages and ages.
Sporting Events:
- Seoul International Marathon
- Dates: August 18, 2025
- Where: City-wide course
- Details: Global runners take over Seoul for the capital’s major race.
Food, Drink and Fun:
- Craft Beer Seoul 2025
- Dates: August 24–25, 2025
- Where: DDP Garden Plaza
- Details: Local breweries, live music, and food trucks galore.
Conferences and Expos:
- Smart City Seoul Expo
- Dates: August 14–16, 2025
- Where: COEX Convention Center
- Details: Digital cities, green tech, and innovation showcase.
Want more What’s On details? For more updates, check:
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- Visit Seoul: Official Travel Guide
- Seoul Metropolitan Government: Cultural Events
- AllEvents.in: Seoul June 2025
- Ocula: Seoul Art Exhibitions
- Korea Travel Post: Seoul Festivals 2025
- All Conference Alert: Seoul June 2025
- My Guide Seoul: Local Events and Markets
- Trip.com: Must-See Attractions
- Songkick: Concert Listings
- Kpopmap: Idol Schedules
These sources together give a comprehensive view of concerts, festivals, and other happenings and what to do around Seoul in August 2025.
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