Explore Seoul’s Spooky Side: Halloween Festivals Guide 2023

 

 

Tis the season to be SPOOKED! Have you flipped your calendar to the next page? Can you feel the nights getting colder? It’s quite evident, isn’t it? Autumn is on the horizon, and what better way to embrace it than by gearing up for one of its highlights – Halloween!

While Koreans traditionally celebrate various holidays, Halloween has captured the hearts of the youth in recent years and is steadily evolving into a unique day of festivities. 🎃👻🍂

 

 

Halloween is creeping up, and it’s time to dust off your zaniest costumes for the eeriest night of the year! October promises a lineup of spectacular events, so dive into our exclusive guide to Halloween Festivals in Korea, tailor-made just for you!

Start planning your spook-tacular adventures early with Dynasty Korea!

*Please note that performance times and venues are subject to change. Be sure to check the official website for updates in advance. 🎃👻📆

 


 

Looking for Halloween Costumes? You can’t fully embrace the Halloween spirit without the perfect costume, can you?

Visit one of these stores and pick out a spine-chilling costume to send shivers down your friends’ spines. These shops offer an extensive selection of costumes and props, so let your creativity run wild and elevate your costume game this year! 👻🎃🧟‍♂️

 

 

1. Everland Blood City 7

| Date: Sep 1 ~ Nov 19, 2023

 

 

Korea’s biggest theme park is back with its highly anticipated annual Halloween festival, Blood City! Now in its seventh spine-tingling year, prepare to have your heart racing as you delve into the hair-raising attractions that “Blood City 7: White Z The Seed of Hope” has in store for thrill-seekers this season. From the terrifying T Express 199 to the mind-bending Horror Maze, get ready for the most exhilarating Halloween adventure yet! 💀🎢👻

2. Lotte World: Dark Moon with ENHYPHEN

| Date: Sep 1 ~ Oct 22, 2023

Located in Seoul, Lotte World is a convenient subway ride away from Jamsil Station (Line 2 & 8, Exit 4). With the largest indoor theme park in Korea, weather won’t be an issue for your visit. Lotte World hosts a plethora of exciting events during the Halloween season, and one of them is the Media Show. 🎃🚄🏰

1) Media Show

 

 

As the blood moon rises over the Magic Castle, watch as it turns into the Dark Moon castle doused in red lights.

Schedule:

Sep 20~Oct 9: 7PM / 8.50PM

Oct 10~Oct 22: 6.30PM / 8.50PM

 

2) Hot Places for Halloween

 

 

Lotte World has some unique Halloween attractions you won’t want to miss. After 6 pm on Magic Island, keep your wits about you, as three mischievous vampires will be lurking about, ready to give you a spook. Right by the Comet Express entrance, you’ll discover a captivating moon boat, inviting you to embark on a magical nighttime voyage. And be sure not to miss out on some fantastic Dark Moon-themed treats and goodies! 🌙🦇🎢🍬

3. Zombie Factory Halloween Party in Gangnam

| Date: Oct 28, 2023

 

 

Join the Halloween festivities at the Zombie Factory Party in Gangnam, Seoul, alongside locals and fellow revelers from across the globe! The celebration takes place at SJ Kunsthalle, a prestigious three-story venue known for hosting diverse cultural events. This year, we’re limiting tickets to just 1,000 to ensure a seamless and enjoyable experience for all. Arrive early because from 6 pm to 9 pm, you can indulge in unlimited cocktails and beers to keep the good times flowing! 🎃🧟‍♂️🍹🍻

 

BONUS: Daegu E-World Pumpkin Festa: BEEBEE Friends Pumpkin Town

| Date: Sep 15 ~ Oct 31, 2023

While in Daegu, make sure not to overlook the PUMPKIN FESTA held at Daegu E-World theme park! Embrace the Halloween spirit by donning imaginative and playful costumes while experiencing a range of exciting rides. And that’s not all – be sure to catch the spectacular Fireworks Show at night! 🎃🎢🎆