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This winter in Korea is unusually cold.
Do you feel sad saying goodbye to the pristine snow and crisp air as February ends?
We'll introduce you to the February festival, where you can experience the winter atmosphere for the last time this year.
In particular, one of Korea's major holidays, Jeongwol Daeboreum, occurs in February, providing an opportunity to enjoy related festivals as well!
Let's begin😎
Autumn and Winter at the Lake, and the Luminaries is a celebration of the fall and winter seasons at Seokchon Lake, which began in October 2024. As this year's festival concludes in February, if you haven't had the chance to visit, now is the perfect time. Luminaries is a illuminated structures created with light bulbs, transforming the lake into a dazzling display. Messages embodying the theme of this festival, ‘Dream, Universe & Love,’ are illuminating the lake with vibrant LED lights! Starting from the main entrance at the East Lake, visitors are welcomed by Luminary light gates, which line the East Lake walking path and the Seokchon Lake Bridge. The festival also includes enchanting Luminary tunnels, firefly paths, laser roads, and the Gobo Light Road, all of which beautifully illuminate the walking path around Seokchon Lake. Since this is a light festival, the most breathtaking views occur in the evening after sunset. So we recommend taking a leisurely stroll around Seokchon Lake after enjoying dinner at the Bangi-dong food alley to fully experience the magic of the festival!
Address: 180 Jamsil-ro, Songpa-gu, Seoul
Work: Oct. 25th – Feb. 28th
Visit the Winter Wonder Nami Island Festival and experience the winter season of Nami Island, beautiful all year round! You can stroll around the frozen landscapes of Nami Island or capture special four-cut photos. Nami Island in winter is stunning, but it's also nice to take a break indoors to escape the cold weather. The cafes scattered across the island offer seasonal delights such as vin chaud, winter afternoon tea sets, and festive Christmas muffins, available only during this time of year. Be sure to visit any of these charming spots! The snow-covered scenery and winter-themed desserts will warm both your body and spirit. Participate in various events that allow you to fully embrace the joys of winter and create lasting memories at the photo zones located throughout the island!
Address: 1 Namiseom-gil Namsan-myeon, Chuncheon-si, Gangwon-do
Work: Dec. 1st – Feb. 28th
The Chilgapsan Ice Fountain Festival is a magical event where fairy tale characters gather at the magnificent ice fountain in stunning Alps Castle! The Alps Village in Cheongyang is cherished as a picturesque fairy tale destination throughout the year, but it truly comes alive in winter during the Ice Fountain Festival, attracting numerous visitors. During the festival, the village in the Alps is also open at night, allowing visitors to explore its sparkling splendor beneath the stars of the Milky Way! Capture unforgettable moments with the impressive ice fountain and exquisite sculptures made of snow and ice, which create the illusion of stepping into a winter wonderland. Additionally, the festival offers a variety of exciting winter activities, including sledding, ice sledding, exhilarating ziplines soaring through the sky, tin trains, tin skiing, and ice fishing. It’s the perfect opportunity to enjoy a delightful winter experience with children, friends, and loved ones!
Address: 223-35 Cheonjangho-gil Jeongsan-myeon, Cheongyang-gun, Chungcheongnam-do
Work: Jan. 1st – 16th
Tamnaguk is an ancient term for Jeju Island, and Tamna-guk Ip-chun Gut is a festival celebrated on the island to pray for abundance in the spring. Ipchun is one of the 24 solar terms established to mark the changing seasons based on the sun's position along the ecliptic, signifying the onset of spring. Ip-chun Gut, a ritual performed in Jeju villages on Ipchun Day, is a traditional ceremony that seeks blessings for bountiful harvests and welcomes the new season. While Ip-chun Gut itself carries profound historical significance, it's also important to consider the location where this ritual takes place. Jejumok Gwana Government Office, the site of Ip-chun Gut, has served as the center of Jeju since ancient times and was the office of administrative officials. Among its notable structures, Gwandeokjeong, built during the Joseon Dynasty, stands as the oldest preserved building in Jeju and serves as the focal point of Ip-chun-Gut. Join in celebrating the arrival of spring at this festival, which prays for harmony and abundance within our community!
Address: 25 Gwandeok-ro, Jeju-si, Jeju-do
Work: Feb. 2nd – 4th
Jeongwol Daeboreum, the first full moon day of the lunar year, is celebrated as a Korean holiday dedicated to praying for a bountiful harvest and good health. In 2025, you can immerse yourself in abundance and wellness at the Great Full Moon Festival, hosted by the National Folk Museum of Korea! Experience the scenery of the Jeongwol Daeboreum through a video presentation. At the festival, you can engage in various customs associated with the first full moon, such as erecting rice straw poles and making wishes for the year ahead. You will also have the opportunity to sample traditional foods, including burum and yakbap. On the Jeongwol Daeboreum, people bite the burum with their molars in the hope that the year will be safe and prosperous. It’s primarily made from peanuts, chestnuts, walnuts, and pine nuts. Additionally, you can create a doll called Je-ung, which serves as a talisman to ward off evil spirits, while praying for only good fortune in the coming year. Finally, enjoy an exhilarating celebration of the first full moon through traditional Korean performances that honor this special occasion!
Address: 37 Samcheong-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul
Work: Feb. 12th
Uljin Snow Crab and Red Snow Crab Festival takes place in the Hupo Port area to protect, promote, and sell snow crab resources, which are a specialty of Uljin. If you visit the Hupo Port Snow Crab Auction Market early in the morning before enjoying the festival, you can witness the snow crab fishing boats arriving one after another. It's an exciting experience to observe the vibrant atmosphere as fresh snow crabs from Uljin are brought in. During the full-scale festival, there are various experiential programs, including bare-handed snow crab catching, free photo printing zones, and snow crab sales. In addition to these booth activities, you can enjoy a snow crab singing competition and various team performances at the performance hall. We invite you to visit the festival in Uljin, a renowned snow crab-producing area, in February when snow crabs are in season. Experience the fun snow crab-related events and savor delicious snow crabs!
Address: 29 Deunggisan-gil Hupo-myeon, Uljin-gun, Gyeongsangbuk-do
Work: Feb. 28th – Mar. 3rd