Here is what’s going on around the city of Seoul this week.

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2026 JUKJAE Live Session: in s c ap e @ alter.

Korean folk-pop singer-songwriter JUKJAE continues his intimate live session series at alter. Final week — closes September 20.

alter. | Through Saturday September 20

2026-27 TAEMIN World Tour ‘LiMiNaL’ in Seoul @ Jamsil Indoor Stadium

SHINee’s Taemin performs three nights at Jamsil Indoor Stadium on his world tour — one of the biggest solo K-pop shows of the month.

Jamsil Indoor Stadium, Songpa-gu | Thursday through Saturday, September 18–20

2026 TVT Concert: Our Life Is A Constant Western Film @ Jangchung Arena

A three-night concert event at Jangchung Arena featuring Korean artists across the TVT concert series.

Jangchung Arena | Thursday through Saturday, September 18–20

Vaundy Asia Arena Tour 2026 ‘HORO’ @ Inspire Arena

One of Japan’s biggest artists performs two nights at Inspire Arena in Incheon — a must-see for fans of Japanese pop and alternative music.

Inspire Arena, Incheon | Friday and Saturday, September 19–20

2026 izna Concert Tour ‘WHO DAT GIRL?’ in Seoul @ Olympic Hall

K-pop girl group izna perform two nights at Olympic Hall on their debut concert tour.

Olympic Hall, Olympic Park | Friday and Saturday, September 19–20

MONO DRAMA 2026: Sweet Escape @ Blue Square Woori Won Banking Hall

A two-night music event at Blue Square Woori Won Banking Hall.

Blue Square Woori Won Banking Hall, Yongsan-gu | Friday and Saturday, September 19–20

JT2DE: Welcome to My HOME @ Myunghwa Live Hall

Korean duo JT2DE perform two nights at Myunghwa Live Hall.

Myunghwa Live Hall | Friday and Saturday, September 19–20

2026 ifeye 1st APAC Tour ‘If I’ in Seoul @ YES24 Wanderloch Hall

Thai artist ifeye performs one night in Seoul on their first Asia-Pacific tour.

YES24 Wanderloch Hall | Friday September 19

NARGAROTH Live in Seoul 2026 @ Mokdong JS Art Hall

German black metal band NARGAROTH perform one night in Seoul.

Mokdong JS Art Hall, Yangcheon-gu | Friday September 19

AxMxP Concert ‘X VERSE’ @ NOL Theater Hapjeong

K-pop group AxMxP perform two nights at NOL Theater Hapjeong.

NOL Theater Hapjeong | Friday and Saturday, September 19–20

LOUD BRIDGE Melodic Punk Night 2026 @ Rollinghall

A melodic punk music showcase at Rollinghall featuring Korean and international acts.

Rollinghall | Friday September 19

ATA Festival 2026 (Asia Top Artist Festival) @ Nanji Hangang Park

One of Asia’s biggest outdoor music festivals returns to Nanji Hangang Park with a major lineup of Korean and international artists across two days.

Nanji Hangang Park, Mapo-gu | Friday and Saturday, September 19–20

Eddie Gomez Trio Live in Seoul @ Seongsu Art Hall

Legendary jazz bassist Eddie Gomez, known for his long partnership with Bill Evans, performs one night in Seoul.

Seongsu Art Hall | Friday September 19

Rachael Yamagata Live in Seoul @ YES24 Wanderloch Hall

American indie singer-songwriter Rachael Yamagata performs one night in Seoul.

YES24 Wanderloch Hall | Saturday September 20

Seoul Autumn Festa @ Citywide

Seoul’s biggest autumn cultural programme continues through November 29 — 38 festivals, 478 performances, and cultural events citywide. This week features the opening of several district festival programmes. Check the official Seoul Autumn Festa website for the full schedule.

Various venues across Seoul | Through November 29 | Free and ticketed events

Seoul Beauty Week 2026 @ Citywide

Seoul’s annual beauty and wellness week features special events, pop-ups, and promotions across the city’s beauty industry hubs. Final days — closes Thursday September 19.

Various venues, Seoul | Through Thursday September 19

2026 EduTech Fair @ COEX

Korea’s biggest education technology expo, showcasing the latest in digital learning, AI education, and edtech innovation. Final days — closes Saturday September 19.

COEX, Gangnam | Through Saturday September 19

Seoullo 7017 Fall Chrysanthemum Display & Busking @ Seoullo 7017

Seoul’s elevated pedestrian walkway gets a seasonal autumn makeover this week with 674 chrysanthemums planted along the route, joining 306 plant species already there. Free knitting workshops run every Friday at the Hydrangea Café and Rose Rest Area — drop in without reservation.

Seoullo 7017, Jung-gu | From Monday September 15 | Workshops every Friday | Free

Musical ‘The Choir of Man’ @ NOL Theater Daehakro

The award-winning British musical — set in a pub with live music, singalongs, and audience participation — opens its Seoul run this week. Running through January 3, 2027.

NOL Theater Daehakro Woori Investment Securities Hall | Opens Thursday September 18 – January 3, 2027

‘The Nature of Forgetting’ @ Sejong Center S Theater

A remarkable wordless British theatre piece about memory and dementia from Theatre Re — one of the most internationally acclaimed productions touring Asia this autumn. Crosses language barriers entirely. Running through November 29.

Sejong Center for the Performing Arts S Theater | Opens Thursday September 18 – November 29

Taekwondo Performances @ Namsangol Hanok Village

Seoul’s popular taekwondo performance series continues every weekend with creative demonstrations combining traditional and contemporary styles. Experience zone available for visitors. Running through October 18. Additional street performances at DDP on September 19.

Namsangol Hanok Village, Jung-gu | Saturday and Sunday, 2:00 p.m. & 4:00 p.m. | Free

Taekwondo Street Performances @ Dongdaemun Design Plaza

A special one-day taekwondo street performance event at DDP as part of the autumn taekwondo programme.

Dongdaemun Design Plaza (DDP) | Friday September 19 | Free

Seoul Oktoberfest 2026 @ Oil Tank Culture Park

Seoul’s biggest beer festival closes out its final weekend at Oil Tank Culture Park. Last chance — ends Sunday September 21.

Oil Tank Culture Park, Mapo-gu | Through Sunday September 21

Car-Free Jamsu Bridge Festival @ Jamsu Bridge & Banpo Hangang Park

Every Sunday the lower deck of Banpo Bridge closes to traffic for a riverside day of markets, performances, and picnic culture. Running through October 25.

Jamsu Bridge & Banpo Hangang Park | Every Sunday | Free

Seoul Outdoor Library @ Gwanghwamun Square & Cheonggyecheon

Seoul’s popular outdoor library spaces continue through November 1, with books, seating, and weekend cultural programming.

Seoul Plaza, Gwanghwamun Square & Cheonggyecheon | Fridays–Sundays | Free

Gyeongbokgung Palace Night Viewing @ Gyeongbokgung Palace

Gyeongbokgung Palace continues its atmospheric autumn night viewings every Wednesday through Sunday. Lottery entry required for the guided Starlight Tour.

Gyeongbokgung Palace, Jongno-gu | Wednesday–Sunday through October 24 | Lottery entry

Koo Jeong-a Exhibition @ Leeum Museum of Art

A major solo exhibition by Korean conceptual artist Koo Jeong-a continues at Leeum. Running through December 27.

Leeum Museum of Art, Yongsan-gu | Through December 27

Jonas Wood Exhibition @ Amorepacific Museum of Art

A major solo exhibition by American painter Jonas Wood continues. Running through February 2027.

Amorepacific Museum of Art | Through February 28, 2027

Do Ho Suh Exhibition @ MMCA Seoul

The internationally acclaimed Korean artist’s major retrospective continues at MMCA Seoul. Free admission. Running through February 2027.

MMCA Seoul, Samcheong-dong | Through February 2027 | Free

Banksy: BANKSY STILL HERE @ The Hyundai Seoul

A major exhibition of Banksy works continues at The Hyundai Seoul. Running through November 3.

The Hyundai Seoul, ALT.1, Yeouido | Through November 3

Musical ELISABETH @ Blue Square Woori Bank Hall

The acclaimed Austrian musical continues its Seoul run. Running through November 15.

Blue Square Woori Bank Hall, Yongsan-gu | Through November 15

Musical Hell’s Kitchen @ GS Arts Center

The Broadway musical featuring the music of Alicia Keys continues. Running through November 8.

GS Arts Center | Through November 8

Seoul International Garden Show @ Seoul Forest

The large-scale garden exhibition continues through October 27.

Seoul Forest, Seongdong-gu | Daily, noon – 7:00 p.m.

Centre Pompidou Hanwha @ Yeouido

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

Yeouido, Seoul | Check website for opening hours

Martin Parr: We Are Martin Parr @ Seoul Museum of Art

A major retrospective of British documentary photographer Martin Parr continues at SeMA. Running through October 18.

Seoul Museum of Art, Seosomun | Tuesday – Sunday

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

Seoul Fortress Topography Exhibition @ Seoul Museum of History

An exhibition exploring how Seoul’s natural landscape shaped the capital’s 18th-century fortress defence system. Running through October 25.

Seoul Museum of History, Jongno-gu | Tuesday – Sunday

Seoul Glass Craft Award Exhibition @ Seoul Museum of Craft Art

The 2nd Seoul Glass Craft Award showcases award-winning glass craft works. Running through October 11.

Seoul Museum of Craft Art | Through October 11

Kwon Byungjun: You Are In My Heart @ Buk-Seoul Museum of Art

A major exhibition at Buk-Seoul Museum of Art running through May 2027.

Buk-Seoul Museum of Art, Dobong-gu | Tuesday – Sunday

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 & Kiwoom Heroes @ Seoul Stadiums

All three of Seoul’s KBO teams are in action this week across Jamsil Baseball Stadium and Gocheok Sky Dome.

Jamsil & Gocheok | Tuesday through Sunday, 6:30 p.m.

Please note that event schedules may change or be postponed without notice, particularly due to weather. We strive to keep this information accurate, but recommend confirming details with the event organizer before visiting.

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