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What’s on in Seoul: June 8-14
Haps Magazine Korea
June 8, 2026
Gangnam District, Seoul (Photo courtesy of haps Magazine Korea)
Here is what’s going on around the city of Seoul this week.
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NELL X REDOOR: MINTPAPER 20th Special Live @ Olympic Hall
The indie rock legends Nell team up with REDOOR for a special live show celebrating the 20th anniversary of Mintpaper Records, one of Korea’s most beloved independent labels.
Olympic Hall, Olympic Park | Friday
2026 XIA 6th Asia Tour Concert ‘Gravity’ @ KSPO Dome
Former JYJ member XIA (Kim Junsu) performs three nights at KSPO Dome as part of his sixth Asia tour.
KSPO Dome, Olympic Park | Friday through Sunday
2026 ALPHA DRIVE ONE FAN-CON TOUR @ Inspire Arena
Rising K-pop act ALPHA DRIVE ONE holds their fan concert at Inspire Arena in Incheon.
Inspire Arena, Incheon | Friday through Sunday
Candlelight Concert: Hans Zimmer @ Jeongdong 1928 Art Center
An intimate candlelit performance of Hans Zimmer’s greatest film scores, performed live by a string ensemble at the beautiful Jeongdong 1928 Art Center.
Jeongdong 1928 Art Center, Jung-gu | Friday, 9:00 p.m.
Candlelight Concert: Joe Hisaishi @ Jeongdong 1928 Art Center
A candlelit tribute to Studio Ghibli composer Joe Hisaishi, featuring beloved themes from My Neighbor Totoro, Spirited Away, and more.
Jeongdong 1928 Art Center, Jung-gu | Friday, 7:00 p.m.
Gautier Capuçon, Daniel Lozakovitch & Mikhail Pletnev @ Seoul Arts Center
A rare classical recital bringing together three of the world’s leading performers — cellist Gautier Capuçon, violinist Daniel Lozakovitch, and pianist Mikhail Pletnev — with the Rachmaninoff International Orchestra.
Seoul Arts Center Concert Hall | Friday
LAPOEM Concert ‘A Summer Night in LALALAND: NEW ERA’ @ Blue Square Woori Won Banking Hall
The popular classical crossover vocal group LAPOEM opens their multi-week summer concert run in Seoul.
Blue Square Woori Won Banking Hall, Yongsan-gu | Saturday through June 21
Mika Nakashima Asia Tour 2026 in Seoul @ KINTEX
Japanese actress and singer Mika Nakashima, best known for her role in the film Nana, performs in Seoul as part of her 2026 Asia tour.
KINTEX, Ilsan | Saturday
2026 World DJ Festival @ Seoul Land
One of Korea’s biggest outdoor electronic music festivals returns to Seoul Land with international and local DJs across two days.
Seoul Land, Gwacheon | Saturday and Sunday
2026 2AM Concert [O-NEUL, 2AM] in Seoul @ NOL Theater Hapjeong
Beloved K-pop ballad group 2AM performs two nights at NOL Theater Hapjeong.
NOL Theater Hapjeong, Mapo-gu | Saturday and Sunday
Azusa Tadokoro Fan Meeting in Seoul @ Spigen Hall
Japanese voice actress and singer Azusa Tadokoro holds a fan meeting in Seoul.
Spigen Hall | Saturday
TOUCHED X DRAGON PONY: MINTPAPER 20th Special @ Olympic Hall
A second Mintpaper 20th anniversary special featuring TOUCHED and Dragon Pony at Olympic Hall.
Olympic Hall, Olympic Park | Saturday
ARMNHMR @ Jamsil Sports Complex
American electronic duo ARMNHMR perform in Seoul for one night at Jamsil Sports Complex.
Jamsil Sports Complex, Songpa-gu | Sunday
Chang Kiha X Car, the Garden: MINTPAPER 20th @ Olympic Hall
The final Mintpaper 20th anniversary special pairs indie rock icon Chang Kiha with Car, the Garden for one night at Olympic Hall.
Olympic Hall, Olympic Park | Sunday
Centre Pompidou Hanwha @ Yeouido
Seoul’s newest cultural venue — a collaboration between Paris’s Centre Pompidou and Hanwha — opened its doors this week. The opening exhibition is The Cubists: Inventing Modern Vision. Don’t miss it.
Yeouido, Seoul | From Thursday June 4 | Check website for opening hours
Seoul Food & Hotel 2026 @ KINTEX
One of Asia’s largest international food, beverage, and hospitality industry expos. Open to the public with tastings, demonstrations, and thousands of exhibitors from around the world.
KINTEX, Ilsan | Tuesday through Friday
Alexander Ekman’s ‘A Midsummer Night’s Dream’ @ LG Arts Center Seoul
The Norwegian choreographer’s acclaimed reimagining of Shakespeare’s classic, performed by Sweden’s GöteborgsOperans Danskompani. One of the most visually striking dance productions touring internationally this year.
LG Arts Center Seoul, LG SIGNATURE Hall | Thursday through Sunday
All European Network Night 2026 @ The Shilla Seoul
The flagship annual gathering of the European business community in Korea, organised by the ECCK together with 13 bilateral European chambers. One of the most anticipated networking events of the year with over 260 attendees.
Yeong Bin Gwan, The Shilla Seoul | Tuesday June 9
Musical Billy Elliot @ Blue Square Woori Bank Hall
The award-winning musical featuring original music from Elton John continues its Seoul run through July 26.
Yongsan-gu | Check nol.com for showtimes
Damien Hirst Exhibition @ MMCA Seoul
The British artist’s major retrospective continues at the National Museum of Modern and Contemporary Art. Running through June 28.
MMCA Seoul, Jongno-gu | Tuesday – Sunday
Tino Sehgal: Live Art @ Leeum Museum of Art
The Berlin-based artist’s interactive live performance works continue at Leeum. Running through June 28.
Leeum Museum of Art, Yongsan-gu | Tuesday – Sunday
Seoul International Garden Show @ Seoul Forest
The large-scale garden exhibition continues with 150 themed gardens and K-culture brand partnerships. Running through October 27.
Seoul Forest, Seongdong-gu | Daily
Dialogue in the Dark @ Bukchon Hanok Village
An immersive experience conducted in complete darkness, guided by visually impaired hosts. Running through December 31.
Jongno-gu | Check schedule for times
Seoul E-Land FC @ Mokdong Stadium
K League 2 action in western Seoul.
Yangcheon-gu | Check kleague.com for fixture and kick-off time
LG Twins & Doosan Bears @ Jamsil Baseball Stadium
Both of Seoul’s home KBO teams are in action at Jamsil this week.
Songpa-gu | Tuesday through Sunday, 6:30 p.m.