2026 Seoul Music Festival
Oct 24, 2026 · Seoul
Overview
Seoul is home to countless people, tastes, and just as many kinds of music. For some, there's a song they've long remembered; for others, there's new music waiting to be discovered. The 2026 Seoul Music Festival presents a 'Seoul-style music curation' that connects different music, people, and generations into a single flow.
This year, the Seoul Music Festival collaborates with the Korean Music Awards to create an even deeper musical experience. Audiences can enjoy a wide range of music all in one place, from performances by Korean Music Awards winners and nominees recognized for their artistic and musical excellence, to popular artists beloved by citizens, musicians introducing new sounds, and legends who have been loved across generations for a long time.
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