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A street in Gangnam District, Seoul, Korea.

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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What’s On in Seoul — July 2026 Complete Guide

Music events

You can check the full Seoul concert listings here.

tobi lou 2026 ‘Same Old Jeans’ Tour in Seoul @ Rollinghall

American singer-songwriter tobi lou brings his intimate indie-pop tour to Rollinghall for one night.

Rollinghall | Tuesday

David Krakauer @ Arts Center Incheon

Acclaimed American klezmer clarinettist David Krakauer performs in Incheon as part of his Asia tour.

Arts Center Incheon | Monday

TWICE ‘THIS IS FOR’ World Tour Finale in Seoul @ KSPO Dome

One of K-pop’s biggest groups closes out their world tour with three nights in Seoul — a major event for ONCE fans.

KSPO Dome, Olympic Park | Friday through Sunday

muque @ YES24 Wanderloch Hall

Korean indie artist muque performs a solo show at YES24 Wanderloch Hall.

YES24 Wanderloch Hall | Saturday

The Roy Kim Show @ Blue Square Woori Won Banking Hall

Popular Korean folk-pop singer Roy Kim performs two nights in Seoul.

Blue Square Woori Won Banking Hall, Yongsan-gu | Saturday and Sunday

2026 LE SSERAFIM Tour ‘PUREFLOW’ in Incheon @ Inspire Arena

K-pop girl group LE SSERAFIM perform two nights at Inspire Arena as part of their 2026 world tour.

Inspire Arena, Incheon | Saturday and Sunday

2026 Vernon & The 8 ‘V8’ Live @ KINTEX

SEVENTEEN members Vernon and The 8 perform a special joint concert across two nights at KINTEX.

KINTEX Exhibition Hall 1, Ilsan | Saturday and Sunday

S2O Korea 2026 @ Seoul Land

The massive outdoor water and music festival returns with international headliners Galantis and Mike Williams across two days at Seoul Land.

Seoul Land, Gwacheon | Saturday and Sunday | 20+ only

go!go!vanillas @ YES24 Live Hall

Japanese indie rock band go!go!vanillas perform one night in Seoul.

YES24 Live Hall | Sunday

TK from Ling tosite sigure Asia Tour 2026 in Seoul @ YES24 Wanderloch Hall

Japanese rock artist TK from Ling tosite sigure, known for the Attack on Titan opening theme, performs one night in Seoul.

YES24 Wanderloch Hall | Sunday

Events

Candlelight Concert: Vivaldi’s Greatest Works @ Jeongdong 1928 Art Centre

An intimate candlelit performance of Vivaldi’s most beloved works by a live string ensemble in the stunning Jeongdong 1928 Art Centre.

Jeongdong 1928 Art Centre, Jung-gu | Check website for dates and times this week

Seoul Illustration Fair V.21 @ COEX

One of Asia’s biggest illustration and art fairs, featuring hundreds of Korean and international artists selling prints, original works, and merchandise. A must for art lovers and design fans.

COEX, Gangnam | July 30 – August 2 (opening this week for preview days — check website)

Korea Real Estate Trend Show 2026 @ COEX

A major real estate and investment expo — useful for expats and foreigners looking at buying or renting property in Korea.

COEX, Gangnam | Friday through Sunday

Moonlight Urban Yoga @ Gwanghwamun Square

Free outdoor yoga sessions every Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday evening through August 7.

Gwanghwamun Square, Jongno-gu | Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday, 7:30 p.m. | Free

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

Demon Slayer: Total Concentration Exhibition @ Seongsu S-Factory Building D, 1F

An immersive walk-through recreating iconic scenes from the series — Mugen Train, the Entertainment District, and more.

Seongsu, Seoul | Through September 27

Centre Pompidou Hanwha @ Yeouido

Seoul’s newest cultural landmark continues its opening run with the inaugural exhibition The Cubists: Inventing Modern Vision.

Yeouido, Seoul | Check website for opening hours

Robert Mapplethorpe Exhibition @ Kukje Gallery

The legendary American photographer’s major exhibition closes this week. Last chance to see it before July 19.

Kukje Gallery, Jongno-gu | Through July 19

Yoo Youngkuk: A Mountain Within Me @ Seoul Museum of Art

The major retrospective of Korean abstract pioneer Yoo Youngkuk continues at SeMA. Running through October 25.

Seoul Museum of Art, Seosomun | Tuesday – Sunday

Merikokeb Berhanu Exhibition @ Esther Schipper Seoul

The solo exhibition by Ethiopian-born artist Merikokeb Berhanu continues. Running through August 14.

Esther Schipper Seoul | Tuesday – Saturday

Musical Billy Elliot @ Blue Square Woori Bank Hall

The award-winning musical featuring original music from Elton John continues its Seoul run. Final two weeks before it closes July 26.

Yongsan-gu | Check nol.com for showtimes

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

Sports events

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.

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