It's a beautiful weekend in Seoul, perfect for enjoying the cherry blossoms! This weekend (April 4th & 5th, 2026) is packed with outdoor festivals and some great indoor shows. Don't miss the 8th Yangjaecheon Cherry Blossom Festival and the start of the Seoul Grand Park Cherry Blossom Festival. If you are looking for something to keep the kids entertained, the NANTA cooking show is running both days!
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8th Yangjaecheon Cherry Blossom & Lantern Festival
Yangjaecheon Stream
A lovely, free riverside walk surrounded by spring blossoms.
NANTA Theatre Cooking Show
Myeongdong NANTA Theatre
World-famous visual comedy show perfect for all ages.
Taean Tulip Festival & Strawberry Picking Day Tour
Taean (Day Trip)
Combine colorful tulips with hands-on strawberry picking outside the city.
· April 4
4FREE : This is a fantastic local spot to see the cherry blossoms without the massive crowds of the bigger festivals. Enjoy a lovely walk along the well-paved Yangjaecheon Stream area.This festival is running all weekend and is a perfect, accessible free outdoor outing for the whole family.
FREE : Head to Seoul Grand Park where a 2km path around the lake is lined with gorgeous cherry blossoms. They offer special night viewing, making for a magical early spring evening stroll.This festival starts right on Saturday and runs through the weekend, offering beautiful daytime and nighttime scenery.
SEOUL BOTANICAL GARDEN: OUR NATURE, PLANETARY COEXISTENCE EXHIBITION : Explore contemporary art installations focused on ecology within the beautiful setting of the Seoul Botanical Garden. A great mix of nature and culture.It is confirmed running on Saturday and Sunday during typical operating hours.
SUWON HWASEONG FORTRESS & GAKWONSA TEMPLE CHERRY BLOSSOMS DAY TOUR : Take a cultural day trip south of Seoul to see the cherry blossoms around the historic Hwaseong Fortress and Gakwonsa Temple.This specific tour covering blossoms and culture is running on Saturday.
· April 5
2SEOKCHON LAKE CHERRY BLOSSOM FESTIVAL 2026FREE : This is one of Seoul’s most famous blossom spots, right next to Lotte World. Expect pop-ups and lakeside performances throughout the weekend.It is guaranteed to be happening this weekend and offers great access to food and entertainment near Lotte World.
ASIAN CULTURE CENTER EXHIBITION: FRAGMENTING THE FRAGMENT : This exhibition is listed as being under the 'Kids & Family' category, though the location is outside Seoul, it is relevant for families who might be day-tripping south of the city.It is the last day (Sunday) for this family-listed event, even though it is in Gwangju.
Also On· anytime this weekend
10: This is the famous non-verbal comedy performance where chefs rhythmically cook up a storm! It's fantastic fun that requires zero Korean language skills.It runs both Saturday and Sunday with clear performance times, making it an easy indoor backup plan.
: Watch performers create masterpieces on stage using incredible choreography and speed painting. This show is highly visual and captivating for all ages.This is another excellent non-verbal, highly visual performance running all weekend.
FREE : Sunday is Korea's Arbor Day! While official events aren't listed, this is a wonderful day to take your family out to a park or garden to plant a tree or simply enjoy the greenery.It's a nationally recognized day focused on nature that falls right on Sunday.
: Catching a KBO baseball game is a quintessential Seoul experience. Tickets are affordable, and the atmosphere is electric.Games are scheduled every day this weekend (except Monday), offering flexible family entertainment.
: This is a dedicated experience room at the Archives specifically designed for children to interact with historical records in a hands-on way.It is explicitly listed as being for children and running this weekend.
: This special exhibition featuring the beloved search-and-find character wraps up this Sunday! It’s a fun, engaging activity that kids love.Sunday, April 5th is the absolute last day for this exhibition.
: Experience the peaceful culture of Korean Buddhism by staying overnight or spending part of a day at a traditional temple. A great cultural immersion for curious families.It is available year-round and provides an excellent, unique cultural experience this weekend.
: If you are heading out to Everland this weekend, check out these specific K-POP themed zones running until June.This is a specific, limited-time zone within the popular Everland park running all weekend.
: Head outside Seoul to see one of the world's top tulip festivals, plus enjoy hands-on strawberry picking—perfect for younger kids.This day trip is running on Saturday and combines flowers with the highly family-friendly activity of strawberry picking.
: While this is outside Seoul, Jinhae is Korea’s biggest cherry blossom event. If you don't mind traveling, this tour runs Saturday for the finale of the festival.It's the final weekend for this massive festival, and tours are running on Saturday.
Frequently Asked Questions
What free kids events are on in Seoul this weekend?
The best free outdoor activity this weekend is enjoying the 8th Yangjaecheon Cherry Blossom & Lantern Festival and the Seoul Grand Park Cherry Blossom Festival at the Lake District.
Are there any major festivals happening this weekend (Apr 4-5)?
Yes, the local 8th Yangjaecheon Cherry Blossom & Lantern Festival is running, and the Seoul Grand Park Cherry Blossom Festival starts this Saturday, April 4th.
What's a good indoor option if it rains?
For an indoor show that requires no language understanding, check out the NANTA Theatre Cooking Show, which has scheduled performances both Saturday and Sunday.
