Cheonggyecheon, Seoul

Seoul Lantern Festival: preview it in 3D

Glowing lantern art lines the Cheonggyecheon stream. The dates follow last year's festival.

Dates December 11, 2026 ~ January 17, 2027 (forecast)

Dates checked on 2026-10-28 against the organizers' announcements. Check the official site again before you travel.

In the game

• Walk among rising lanterns.
• Go on the festival days for 300 coins and a festival badge. Bring friends and talk on the radio.

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