Handcrafted hanji lanterns
Traditional paper is layered over a frame and lit from within. Its thickness and texture give each lantern a character of its own.
2026 Seoul Lantern Festival
Your momentto glow
59 winter nights of light along Cheonggyecheon
2026. 12. 04 — 2027. 01. 31
From Cheonggye Plaza to Ogansugyo Bridge
- Dates
- 2026. 12. 4. — 2027. 1. 31.59 glowing winter nights
- Location
- Cheonggye Plaza – Ogansugyo BridgeAlong Cheonggyecheon, in the heart of Seoul
- Theme
- Romance of SeoulYour moment to glow
Romance of Seoul
A city night,
lit with warmth.
Light blooms over Cheonggyecheon through the delicate texture of hanji paper. Reflections on the water, scenes beneath the bridges, and the smile of someone beside you make a Seoul winter night feel a little warmer.
The 2026 Seoul Lantern Festival is a walk through light, from Cheonggye Plaza to Ogansugyo Bridge. Discover traditional hanji lanterns and media art, leave a wish, and create your own moment to glow.
View all artworksThree ways to bring light to life
Media art on moving water
The stream and bridges become a canvas. Flowing water and light create a new scene with every step.
Light experiences to make your own
Beyond looking, take time to create. Your wishes and memories become part of the festival.
Follow the light, at your own pace.
Five sections connect Cheonggye Plaza and Ogansugyo Bridge.
Walk from west to east to discover each scene.
Cheonggye Plaza
Where the walk beginsDiscover the opening scene and lanterns filled with wishes.
Mojeongyo – Gwangtonggyo
A world of reflectionsWatch media art meet the moving surface of the stream.
Gwangtonggyo – Jangtonggyo
Discover the texture of hanjiExperience the warm glow of hanji sculptures up close.
Jangtonggyo – Samilgyo
Move with the lightExplore light scenes brought to life with visitors.
Samilgyo – Ogansugyo
A quiet end to the walkFinish your walk beside flowing water and glowing lanterns.
Artwork placement and walking routes may change according to event operations.
Find your moment to glow this winter.
Experiences and schedules will be announced once confirmed.
Check notices and visitor information before your visit.