Lotus Lantern Festival Quick Guide For a full guide with tips for viewing, eating, what to do and see, and how to see the lantern parade with kids, check out “A Guide to the Seoul Lantern Festival: Everything to Know” on www.thesoulofseoul.net In celebration of Buddhas Birthday, lanterns are strung up around the country and on every temple and then paraded down the streets of downtown Seoul. Don’t miss this must-see event! When: April 26, 2025 ~ April 27, 2025 What & Where: On April 26: - Eoulim Madang (어울림마당); a cheer rally in Dongguk University Stadium - Lantern Parade (연등회); on the main street from Dongdaemun to Jonggak Station - Hoehyang Hanmadang (회향한마당); a dance party at the end of the parade route On April 27: - Traditional Culture Experience Day; make lotus lanterns and other Korean crafts and watch special performances on the street in front of Jogyesa Temple - Yeondeungnori (연등놀리); a mini-parade through Insadong that ends with a final performance in front of Jogyesa Temple This is one of my favorite events in Korea and something I attend every year. It’s beautiful, fun, and a wonderful way to celebrate spring in Korea. Follow @thesoulofseoulblog for more things to do this spring in Korea. #연등 #연등축제 #연등회 #lotuslantern #lotuslanternfestival #buddhasbirthday #springinkorea