Gwanghwamun Market

광화문 마켓

Gwanghwamun Market brings Seoul's winter nights to life with the enchanting theme of a "Santa Village Where Time Stood Still." This festive winter event features a large Christmas tree and market village brimming with seasonal decorations and warm food options. Explore immersive photo zones and participate in diverse interactive experiences throughout the venue. Food stalls, global collaboration booths, and various workshops create a magical atmosphere. Experience an unforgettable winter evening in the heart of Seoul.

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Dates: Dec 11, 2026 → Jan 10, 2027
Venue: Gwanghwamun Plaza, Jongno-gu, Seoul (Subway access 172, Sejongno) · 🏙️ Seoul
Price: Free
Ticketing: Official event site

Practical information

Opening hours: 17:30~23:00
Exact location: Gwanghwamun Plaza and Sejongno Park area
Organiser: Seoul Tourism Organization
Phone: 02-3788-8105

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🎟️ How to book — Official event site

1
Most regional festivals are free entry
Korean municipalities fund a huge number of free festivals (flowers, food, light shows) — free entry is the norm, not the exception, sometimes with paid stalls or activities on site.
2
Check the event's official site
The link sits on the event's VisitKorea page — it's the most reliable source for the program, hours, and any last-minute changes.
3
Book via a Korean platform if a reservation is required
When a festival has paid premium activities or an attached concert, booking usually goes through NOL or YES24 — see the matching guide on this page.
4
Call 1330 when in doubt
Korea's tourism hotline answers in English, Chinese and Japanese, 24/7 — handy for confirming a time or address when the official site is Korean-only.

💡 Good to know

When a price shows as "see details", the organiser simply hasn't published one in advance: in almost all of those cases entry is free and only some on-site activities are paid. Bring a little cash — many stalls don't take cards.