Seoul in May 2025 is bursting with vibrant festivals, electrifying concerts, captivating exhibitions, and insightful conferences. Here’s a detailed breakdown of what’s happening throughout the city:

Pop Culture, Markets and Community Events:
Concerts and Music:
Art and Exhibitions:
Festivals and Special Events:
Theatre, Performance and Musicals:
Sporting Events:
Food, Drink and Fun:
Conferences and Expos:
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Pop Culture, Markets and Community Events:

1. Seoul Spring Festa 2025
   • Dates: April 30 – May 6, 2025
   • Where: Seoul World Cup Stadium, Seoul Plaza, and other locations
   • Details: A celebration of K-Culture with concerts, immersive activities, and more.
2. Seoul Friendship Festival 2025
   • Dates: May 24–25, 2025
   • Where: Dongdaemun Design Plaza (DDP)
   • Details: Experience global cultures through food, performances, and exhibitions.

Concerts and Music:

1. Pat Metheny Live in Seoul
   • Dates: May 23, 2025
   • Where: GS Arts Center
   • Details: Enjoy a night of jazz with the legendary guitarist Pat Metheny.
2. Brad Mehldau in Gangnam
   • Dates: May 20, 2025
   • Where: GS Arts Center
   • Details: Experience the renowned jazz pianist live in concert.

Art and Exhibitions:

1. DDP Spring Festival – Design Theme Park
   • Dates: May 1–31, 2025
   • Where: Dongdaemun Design Plaza (DDP)
   • Details: Explore innovative design installations and exhibitions.
2. Seoul Sculpture Festival (Spring)
   • Dates: May 23–24, 2025
   • Where: Baekje Cultural Park, Pungnap-dong
   • Details: Discover contemporary sculptures in a historic setting.

Festivals and Special Events:

1. Seoul Drum Festival 2025
   • Dates: May 10–11, 2025
   • Where: Nodeul Island
   • Details: Enjoy percussion performances, workshops, and interactive programs.
2. Seoul Circus Festival
   • Dates: May 3–5, 2025
   • Where: Nodeul Island
   • Details: A family-friendly event featuring circus performances and activities.

Theatre, Performance and Musicals:

1. 61st Baeksang Arts Awards
   • Dates: May 5, 2025
   • Where: COEX, Seoul
   • Details: South Korea’s prestigious awards ceremony honoring excellence in film, television, and theatre.

Sporting Events:

1. Car-Free Jamsu Bridge Festival
2. Dates: May 4 – June 22, 2025
3. Where: Banpo Hangang Park and Jamsu Bridge area
4. Details: Enjoy a car-free environment with various activities and performances.

Food, Drink and Fun:

1. K-Food Festival Knock Knock
   • Dates: May 29 – 31, 2025
   • Where: Various locations
   • Details: Indulge in delicious Korean cuisine and culinary experiences.

Conferences and Expos:

1. International Conference on Business Management and Social Science (ICBMSS)
   • Dates: May 3, 2025
   • Where: Seoul, South Korea
   • Details: A platform for researchers and practitioners to discuss business management and social science topics.
2. CosmoBeauty Seoul 2025
   • Dates: May 28–30, 2025
   • Where: COEX Convention & Exhibition Center
   • Details: Explore the latest trends in beauty and cosmetics.

Want more What’s On details? For more updates, check:

1. • Visit Seoul: Official Travel Guide
   • Seoul Metropolitan Government: Cultural Events
   • AllEvents.in: Seoul May 2025
   • Ocula: Seoul Art Exhibitions
   • Korea Travel Post: Seoul Festivals 2025
   • All Conference Alert: Seoul May 2025
   • My Guide Seoul: Local Events and Markets
   • Trip.com: Must-See Attractions
   • Songkick: Concert Listings
   • Kpopmap: Idol Schedules
   • In My Korea – Festival Information
   • Ploy’s Little Atlas – Cultural Insights
   • Korea To Do – Cultural Events

These sources together give a comprehensive view of concerts, festivals, and other happenings and what to do around Seoul in May 2025.