Visiting Seoul in March? From the start of the Seoul baseball series to early Seoul cherry blossom festivals, there are lots of ways to have fun at Seoul events in March.
March in Seoul is a ‘blooming’ amazing time to visit and see the start of Spring in South Korea (full Seoul cherry blossom is now predicted for the first week of April, but Busan and Jeju will be in full bloom late March 2026).
From cheering on the runners at the Seoul Marathon to catching the Garden of Morning Calm Winter Lights Festival or the free Namsangol Hanok Village 2026 Great Full Moon Festival, you won’t get bored.
Plus Seoul’s March 2026 concerts include several K-Pop gigs including IVE and ZEROBASEONE or go to the theater to see the last month of Spirited Away or Kinky Boots.
Here is our pick of the best Seoul events in March 2026 along with several other South Korea festivals in March.
This article was originally published on 28 December 2025.
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South Korea public holidays in March 2026
There is one public holiday in March in South Korea – 1 March 2026 is Independence Movement Day (the national holiday is on Monday 3 March 2026).
Independence Movement Day remembers March, 1919 when over 30 Korean nationalists and students declared their nation’s independence in Seoul.
It sparked protests across Korea and was a catalyst for the establishment of the Provisional Government of the Republic of Korea (13 April 1919).
2026 South Korea / Seoul Baseball season starts
28 March 2026 until September 2026
South Korea’s most popular sport is baseball so after a day of exploring why not catch a game of baseball such as at the Seoul Jamsil baseball ground.
This year’s 2026 KBO baseball season begins on 28 March 2026 with 10 baseball teams competing on the very first day, with all 5 games scheduled for a 2pm start.
The baseball season in South Korea runs from late March until September every year, and Seoul is fortunate enough to have two home baseball teams – the Doosan Bears and the LG Twins.
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The defending 2025 Korean Series baseball champions LG Twins will host the KT Wiz at Jamsil Baseball Stadium in Seoul on the first day of the season. Each team will play 144 games over the season with a short break in July 2026.
There will often be several baseball games a week played at Jamsil stadium (it is a huge stadium, holding 25,000 spectators). Foreigners can buy Seoul baseball tickets at Jamsil stadium for as little as 13,000 Won (around £8 / $10 USD).
We’ve been to Jamsil Stadium baseball a couple of times and had an amazing time watching baseball (and eating, singing, dancing…).
Click here to read our guide on how to buy Seoul baseball tickets >
Seoul Cherry Blossom
Late March 2026 / Early April 2026
Most cherry blossom spots in Seoul and South Korea usually bloom in late March 2026 into early April – but this can change every year based on weather patterns so do keep checking our South Korea Travel Tips and Planning Facebook group for updates.
At the time of writing (late February), the Korea Tourism Organization has just released the latest South Korea 2026 cherry blossom forecast and everything will be in full bloom between 2 to 7 days earlier than planned.
Jeju and Busan are the first places to see full Korean cherry blossom around 25 March 2026, Jeonju around 28 March 2-26, Seoul around 3 April and Suwon around 5 April 2026.
Seokchon Lake Cherry Blossom Festival (호수벚꽃축제)
Late March / early April 2026 (exact dates weather dependent)
Seokchon Lake Cherry Blossom Festival is perhaps the most famous area to see Seoul cherry blossoms near the city, held annually at Seokchon Lake (and also very close to Seoul Lotte Adventure World).
The floral festival usually takes place between late March to mid-April, when South Korean cherry blossoms adorn the trees around the lake (and make for some beautiful reflections).
At the 2026 Seokchon Lake Cherry Blossom Festival 호수벚꽃축제, expect to see lakeside performances, pop-ups and flowery activities – the festival is free to attend.
South Korea Hallyu tip – for the best views of the Seokchon Lake Cherry Blossom Festival from up high, head to the top of Seoul Sky / Lotte World Tower.
Yeouido Spring Flower Festival (여의도 봄꽃축제)
Late March to early April 2026 (dates TBC based on the weather / climate)
The other famous Seoul cherry blossom festival is the Yeouido Spring Flower Festival.
Yeouido is a cherry blossom island in western Seoul next to the Han River and which is home to many beautiful flowers and nature all year round (but especially so in March).
With lots of amazing photo opportunities including riverside blossoms and floral tunnels, expect Yeouido Spring Flower Festival to be one of the busiest places to visit in Seoul this spring.
Independence Movement Day’s bell-ringing ceremony at Bosingak Pavilion
1 March 2026
On the national South Korea holiday of March 1st Independence Movement Day, the traditional bell-ringing ceremony at Bosingak Pavilion pays tribute to martyrs from the March 1st Independence Movement.
Seoul’s Mayor Oh Se-hoon will lead the the bell-ringing ceremony with the historic bell rung a 33 times by the Mayor of Seoul, joined by the family members of ancestral independence fighters, and leading political and arts figures.
Garden of Morning Calm Winter Lights Festival 2026
Until 15 March 2026
Located on Chungryeongsan Mountain and a popular K-drama filming location, The Garden of Morning Calm is a must visit when in Seoul in winter (it is around 35km outside of the city).
With 30 gardens to explore and cute cafes overlooking gorgeous green spaces, South Korea’s The Garden of Morning Calm is great to visit by day, but during winter, the nights become spectacular too during the Winter Light festival.
Across winter 2026, the Garden of Morning Calm transforms into a winter wonderland with various themes and displays. The entire site is festooned with festive light tunnels and cute Christmas / winter light displays.
This year’s Garden of Morning Calm winter lights open daily runs until 15 March 2026. The lights switch on at 5pm until around 9pm (and 11pm on Saturdays).
You might like our guide to the Garden of Morning Calm >
Seoul Marathon 2026
15 March 2026
The second oldest international marathon after Boston, Seoul Marathon has been around since 1931 and attracts over 40,000 runners from all over the world every year.
Around 20,000 runners take part in the full 26 mile marathon whilst the 20,000 compete in the 10km race.
Taking place across the city, the 2026 Seoul Marathon will start in the downtown area at Gwanghwamun Square – so expect road closures near Myeondong and Seoul City on 15 March.
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Namsangol Hanok Village Great Full Moon Festival 2026
2 March 2026
A free Seoul festival in early March 2026 near Myeongdong and Euljiro, the Namsangol Hanok Village Great Full Moon Festival marks the first day of Jeongwol Daeboreum, the first full moon of the Lunar Year, a traditional holiday in Korea but not a state-designated public holiday or day off.
From 2pm to 5pm on 2 March, enjoy a fun day of family activities and hanbok costumes at Namsangol Hanok Village by participating in activities such jisinbalbgi (ground jumping) and bureom nanum (cracking nuts for good fortune.
Seoul Concerts in March 2026
Here are some of the headline concerts in Seoul (K-Pop and international artists) in March 2026:
2026 TXT MOA CON
1 March 2026 at KSPO Dome
RIIZE (“RIIZING LOUD FINALE”)
6 March 2026 at KSPO Dome
P1Harmony
7 and 8 March 2026 at ticketLINK Live Arena
ZEROBASEONE
13 to 15 March 2026 at KSPO Dome
Sunset Rollercoaster
14 March 2026 at Seoul KBS Arena
Luv Asia Tour 2026
21 March 2026 at KT&G SangsangMadang Live Hall
IVE The 4th Fan Concert
21 and 22 March 2026 at Inspire Arena
Seoul pop-ups March 2026
For a full list of all the Seoul pop-up stores in March 2026, check out this comprehensive guide (you need to change the date to ‘March’).
March 2026 ‘Seoul Mates’ meet-up
Planning a solo trip in South Korea and want to meet like-minded travellers? We’ve recently started a monthly Facebook post where you can share your details and plans.
Musicals in Seoul March 2026
Spirited Away The Musical – South Korea Premiere
Until 22 March 2026, Spirited Away the musical runs in Seoul as part of a huge world tour.
We saw Spirited Away in London on stage in London and it was amazing (especially the puppetry) so we highly recommend you see it. Please note the play is performed in Japanese with subtitles.
Find out more Seoul Spirited Away details here >
Kinky Boots
Until 29 March 2026 at Charlotte Theater, Seoul
Starring local legend Kim Ho Young and K-Pop idol Ken from VIXX.
Regular events in Seoul (all year round)
NANTA Theatre Cooking Show
There are many theatre shows to see in Seoul on rainy days but perhaps the most famous (and long-running) is the NANTA theatre show.
This world renowned comedy cooking show has been packing in audiences worldwide since 1997. Possibly the best known Korean theatre show, NANTA Theatre has been performed over 50,000 times in over 60 countries and is a fun mix of slapstick and physical comedy.
There are very few spoken words used throughout so not understanding Korean (or English) won’t be an issue.
Myeongdong NANTA Theatre has at least two NANTA performances every day, with evening shows held at 5pm and 8pm Monday to Saturday (on Sundays, it is 2pm and 5pm).
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The Painters show
‘The Painters’ in Seoul is the world’s first live painting show combined with music – a few people have asked recently about an alternative to the ‘Nanta Cooking / Comedy Show’ and we’d recommend ‘The Painters’. It is on 7 nights a week in Seoul at 8pm (and 2pm and 5pm).
To be honest, we thought it was going to be naff (terrible) but it was surprisingly good and the theatrics and artistry were amazing. Even if you don’t like K-Pop style shows, the way they create incredible paintings from nothing is spellbinding.
Korean ‘idols’ recreate famous paintings such as Michelangelo’s ‘Creation of Heaven’ and Vincent Van Gogh’s ‘Self-Portrait’ with splendid choreography and live drawings. It sounds like it will be kitsch AF but we both loved it. There is also a photo opp with the boys at the end.
For more info and tickets, check out ‘The Painters’ on Klook >
For something a little more ‘adult’ and for women over 19 years of age, check out the “WILD WILD: After Party” in Euljiro, Seoul or the ‘Touch Five’ show musical – remember to pick a ‘touch’ or ‘no touch’ sticker!
Other South Korea March 2026 festivals and events
Busan Gwangalli Drone Show (free) – every Saturday night at 8pm and 10pm
Busan’s Gwangalli Beach is the place to be every Saturday night with the weekly Gwangalli M Drone display over the night sky.
Seriously for us, this had to be one of the top 5 things to do in Busan, not just Gwangalli. It is also a great thing to enjoy in Busan with kids.
Every Saturday night at 8pm and 10pm in March, over 300 aerial drones take to the skies of Gwangalli Beach and create an incredible skyborne spectacle, with various scenes and characters created.
Each week, the official Gwangalli drone show website lists what the theme will that Saturday.
More things to do in Gwangalli >
Other March 2026 South Korea Festivals
- Jeju Fire festival 2026 제주들불축제 – 14 to 16 March 2026
- Eungbongsan Forsythia Festival – 26 to 30 March 2026
- Jinhae Gunhangje Festival – from 29 March to 6 April 2026
- Yeouido Spring Flower Festival – from late March 2026
- Gwangyang Maehwa Festival (plum blossom festival) – from late March 2026
Upcoming April 2026 Seoul events and South Korea festivals in April include:
- Singmogil (식목일) Arbor Day – 5 April 2026
- Seoul Lotus Lantern Festival – from April 2026 onwards (TBC)
- Jindo Miracle Sea Road Festival – usually mid April 2026
- ING Festival / International Dance Festival (Gangneung) – late April 2026
- Seoul Spring Festa 2026 (29 April 2026 TBC)
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