Must-Visit Christmas Markets in Korea: From Seoul to Jeju (2025)
서울특별시 송파구 올림픽로 300
롯데 크리스마스 마켓
As the year draws to a close, the streets are adorned with twinkling lights and Christmas trees, creating a festive atmosphere. Christmas markets add to the excitement of the season. Here's a guide to the major Christmas markets across Korea in 2025, complete with dates and locations.
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2025 Christmas Market Schedule Across Korea
1. Christmas Markets at Korea's Top 3 Department Stores
2. Gwanghwamun Christmas Market, Seoul
3. Holly's Christmas Market at Seoul Land
4. Osan O! Happy Santa Market
5. Busan Christmas Village
6. Yeosu La Terrasse Winter Village
7. Jeju Santa Wassuda
8. Daegu Christmas Fair
9. Yeoju Ludens Christmas Fantasy
10. Sejong Tree Forest of Light
11. Jeju Weinachten Christmas Market
12. Daejeon Yuseong Hot Spring Christmas Festival
13. Ulsan's Night, Christmas Market
1. Christmas Markets at Major Department Stores
■ Lotte Town Christmas Market(롯데 크리스마스 마켓)
- Location: Lotte World Tower World Park, 300 Olympic-ro, Songpa-gu, Seoul
- Dates: Nov 20, 2025 (Thu) - Jan 4, 2026 (Sun)
The Christmas market at Lotte World Tower features a large Christmas tree, photo zones, and Christmas merchandise booths.
■ Hyundai Department Store Atelier De Noel
- Location: Major Hyundai Department Store branches nationwide
- Dates: Nov 1, 2025 (Sat) - Dec 31, 2025 (Wed)
Atelier De Noel is a year-end exhibition held at Hyundai Department Stores, offering stylish Christmas goods and limited-edition items.
■ Shinsegae Wonderland Christmas Market
- Location: Shinsegae Department Store branches nationwide (check participating locations)
- Dates: Nov 7, 2025 (Fri) - Dec 30, 2025 (Tue)
The Christmas market at Shinsegae Department Store is known for its luxurious decorations and collaborations with various brands. Operating schedules and offerings may vary by location, so be sure to check before visiting.
2. Gwanghwamun Christmas Market, Seoul
■ Location: Gwanghwamun Square area, 172 Sejong-daero, Jongno-gu, Seoul
■ Dates: Dec 12, 2025 (Fri) - Dec 31, 2025 (Wed) / 18:00 - 22:00
Hosted by the Seoul Metropolitan Government, the Gwanghwamun Christmas Market is filled with diverse attractions and activities, including food trucks and handmade crafts. It's a perfect urban Christmas market to enjoy with the night view.
3. Holly's Christmas Market at Seoul Land
■ Location: Adventure Land in Seoul Land, 181 Gwangmyeong-ro, Gwacheon-si, Gyeonggi-do
■ Dates: Oct 2, 2025 (Thu) ~
The market at Seoul Land is loved as a photo spot, featuring character photo zones, Christmas tree decorations, and charming Christmas props. Its location within the amusement park makes it ideal for family outings.
4. Osan O! Happy Santa Market
■ Location: Yeokgwangjang-ro area, Osan-si, Gyeonggi-do
■ Dates: Nov 22, 2025 (Sat) - Dec 31 (Wed)
The Osan O! Happy Santa Market, designed with a Santa Claus village concept, features Santa photo zones, local artists' flea markets, and food booths, creating a complex cultural event. It's a Christmas market recommended for both families and couples.
5. Busan Christmas Village
■ Location: Cinema Center, 120 Suyeonggangbyeon-daero, Haeundae-gu, Busan
■ Dates: Nov 27, 2025 (Thu) - Dec 25 (Thu)
The Christmas Village Market, considered a winter attraction in Busan, creates an exotic atmosphere with its large Christmas tree, illuminations, and various Christmas performances. It is especially popular with families.
6. Yeosu La Terrasse Winter Village
■ Location: 29-12 Jinmo 1-gil, Dolsan-eup, Yeosu-si, Jeollanam-do
■ Dates: Nov 1, 2025 (Sat) ~
The Yeosu La Terrasse Winter Village Christmas Market is decorated with European-style lighting and props, creating a romantic atmosphere. It is particularly suitable for those looking for handmade items such as Christmas music boxes, candles, and lanterns.
7. Jeju Santa Wassuda
■ Location: Jeju International Convention Center, Jungmun-dong, Seogwipo-si, Jeju
■ Dates: Dec 12, 2025 (Fri) - Dec 14 (Sun)
Santa Wassuda, held in Jeju Island, is a market focused on crafts and goods from local Jeju small business owners and artists, making it perfect for buying Christmas gifts. It operates intensively for a short period, so checking the schedule is essential.
8. Daegu Christmas Fair
■ Location: EXCO West Hall 1,2, Buk-gu, Daegu
■ Dates: Dec 5, 2025 (Fri) - Dec 7 (Sun)
The Christmas Fair held at Daegu EXCO is a market focused on Christmas tree decorations and home decor items, recommended for those who want to bring the Christmas atmosphere into their homes. The indoor event is also advantageous because it is not affected by the weather.
9. Yeoju Ludens Christmas Fantasy
■ Location: 177 Geumpum 1-ro, Sanbuk-myeon, Yeoju-si, Gyeonggi-do
■ Dates: Nov 8, 2025 (Sat) - Dec 31 (Wed)
The Christmas market held at Yeoju Ludens Theme Park features a variety of Christmas tree ornaments, props, and experience booths. Various Christmas photo zones are also available, making it a great place to take pictures.
10. Sejong Tree Forest of Light Market
■ Location: Southern Plaza of Eungdae Bridge, Sejong
■ Dates: Nov 22, 2025 (Sat) - Dec 31 (Wed) / Market operates only on weekends from 17:00 - 21:00
The Sejong Tree Forest of Light, created along a forest of Christmas trees, adds to the festive atmosphere with DJing parties and busking performances. It is only open on weekend evenings, so be sure to check the schedule when visiting.
11. Jeju Weinachten Christmas Market
■ Location: Weinachten Christmas Museum, Seogwipo-si, Jeju-do
■ Dates: Nov 22, 2025 (Sat) - Dec 25 (Thu), 16:00 - 20:00
This Christmas market, held at Weinachten, famous as the Jeju Christmas Museum, brings together about 50 booths selling a variety of handmade products and Christmas items.
As it is held within the Jeju complex cultural space, it is a Christmas market that offers a wealth of attractions both indoors and outdoors.
12. Daejeon Yuseong Hot Spring Christmas Market
■ Location: Grass Square East of Yurim Park, Yuseong-gu, Daejeon
■ Dates: Dec 5, 2025 (Fri) - Dec 7 (Sun), 11:00 - 21:00
The market in the Daejeon Yuseong Hot Spring Christmas Festival, where you can fully enjoy the Christmas atmosphere, is composed of various Christmas item markets, food booths, and experience programs, making it a great place to visit with young children.
13. Ulsan's Night, Christmas Market
■ Location: Ulsan Grand Park area, 94 Daegongwon-ro, Nam-gu, Ulsan
■ Dates: Dec 5, 2025 (Fri) - Dec 27 (Sat), Every Friday and Saturday 17:00 - 21:00
The Ulsan Christmas Market, which harmonizes various food trucks and Christmas item sales booths, is perfect for weekend evening outings. It is a popular winter Christmas destination for both families and couples.
Source :https://blog.naver.com/tour_toctoc/224072585798
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