Seoul, Seoul · Royal heritage festival
Royal Culture Festival
April 25–May 3, 2026
- Dates
- April 25–May 3, 2026
- 2026 hours
- Varies by program
- 2026 admission
- Varies by program
- Venue
- Seoul’s five royal palaces and Jongmyo Shrine
- Address
- Seoul
Plan a few nearby stops
Traditional marketSeoul · Every five daysDaerim MarketThis market opens on dates ending in 5 and 10 each month.View market details Nearby stopBefore or after the festivalGyeongbokgung PalaceVisit Gyeongbokgung Palace before or after the festival and check current hours before setting out.View details Add to the routeFor a separate stopChangdeokgung PalaceSave time for Changdeokgung Palace if you are extending your stay in Seoul.View details Hotels near the festival
Seoul and the festival area
View staysPlan a future visit to Royal Culture Festival
Check the next edition
Royal Culture Festival ended its 2026 run. Confirm the next dates, hours, prices, and booking requirements on the official page.
Choose your priorities
Use the official Royal Culture Festival schedule to set your arrival time, then leave room for Gyeongbokgung Palace.
Start with the venue
Use Seoul’s five royal palaces and Jongmyo Shrine as the arrival point and check the daily program before setting out.
Royal Culture Festival at a glance
At a glance
Royal Culture Festival was held at Seoul’s five royal palaces and Jongmyo Shrine in Seoul.
What happened in 2026
Performances, exhibitions, tours, ceremonies, and hands-on programs opened new ways to explore Korea’s royal palaces and Jongmyo Shrine.
Before you go
Royal Culture Festival ran April 25–May 3, 2026. Check the official page for the next confirmed schedule.
