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Seoul Music Festival 2025 opens with a free two-day celebration of sound and culture
haps Magazine Korea
October 28, 2025
Seoul Music Festival flyer (Image courtesy of Seoul Metropolitan Government)
Seoul will come alive with music this November as the 2025 Seoul Music Festival takes center stage at Oil Tank Culture Park in Mapo District from November 1 to 2.
Under the themes “Fall in Love with Seoul” and “Together, Seoul in Harmony,” the festival will blend performances by top artists with hands-on cultural programs, offering an experience that bridges music, art, and K-culture.
Launched in 2019, the Seoul Music Festival has become one of the city’s signature public music events, a space where locals and visitors alike can enjoy live performances in an open and accessible setting. Following three successful years at Nodeul Island, the festival now moves to the reimagined Oil Tank Culture Park, adding a fresh atmosphere to its fifth edition.
Star-Studded Lineup Across Two Evenings
The main stage will light up with live performances beginning at 5:30 pm on Saturday and 4:00 pm on Sunday. Saturday’s lineup includes The Fix, Roy Kim, Car, the Garden, Touched, Lee Jae-hoon, and N.Flying, bringing a mix of pop, indie, and rock. Sunday’s stage will feature Bada, Lim Tae-kyung, Lee Moo-jin, Kim Hyun-chul, Lee Seung-yoon, and Guckkasten, filling the autumn night with soulful and powerful sounds.
Beyond the Stage: Art, Culture, and Family Fun
Alongside the concerts, visitors can explore brick art exhibitions and workshops led by artist Heo Yoon-sung, and try their hand at calligraphy, guided by professional instructors. These programs aim to engage all ages — from children building colorful creations to international visitors experiencing the beauty of Korean script.
The festival will also feature a K-culture experience zone, including hanbok rentals, K-pop idol makeup sessions, and face painting, as well as a K-food zone offering popular Korean dishes and snacks — perfect for recharging between performances.
Free Admission and Special Family Seating
All performances are free of charge, with seats available for reservation on Ticketlink starting October 28 at 11:00 am. Families with multiple children can register separately for the “Together & Harmony Special Zone,” which offers up to 200 reserved seats for holders of the DaDoong-i Happiness Card. Even without reserved seating, visitors can enjoy the shows freely from open areas around the park.
Details and Access
For more information, visit the official website (seoulmusicfestival.co.kr) or follow @seoulmusicfesta on Instagram. A full replay service will also be available online for those unable to attend in person.