Ulsan Christmas Market
Nov 27 – Dec 26, 2026 · Ulsan
Overview
The Ulsan Christmas Market is a Christmas-themed night market held at the windmill area of Ulsan Grand Park. Hosted and organized by the Ulsan Culture and Tourism Foundation, the event features sales, hands-on experiences, food, amusement facilities, and performance programs. The market operates on Fridays and Saturdays throughout the event period, with extended operations in the days leading up to Christmas.
Why go
The Ulsan Christmas Market turns the windmill area of Ulsan Grand Park into a festive night market, with sales stalls, hands-on experiences, food, amusement facilities, and performance programs. It is organized by the Ulsan Culture and Tourism Foundation on behalf of Ulsan Metropolitan City, and admission is free.
Getting there from Seoul
Take a KTX from Seoul Station (or Yongsan) to Ulsan Station, or an express bus from a Seoul terminal to Ulsan Bus Terminal. From either arrival point, continue by local bus or taxi to Ulsan Grand Park, where the market is set up in the windmill area.
Tips
- The market only operates on Fridays and Saturdays, with extended days added as Christmas approaches, so check the calendar before travelling out.
- Hours are 18:00-22:00, so plan to arrive in the evening and dress warmly for an outdoor night market in late November/December.
- Admission is free, so budget is mainly for food and any items bought at the stalls.
Best for: families, couples, photographers.
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