Gwanghwamun Market (Christmas Market)
Short answer: Gwanghwamun Market (Christmas Market) takes place usually December (dates to be announced) at Gwanghwamun Square, Jongno-gu. It is a festive evening outing that needs little walking, which suits travelers resting after a procedure.
Event details
- When: usually December (dates to be announced)
- Venue: Gwanghwamun Square
- District: Jongno-gu
- Category: Seasonal
About Gwanghwamun Market (Christmas Market)
A European-style Christmas market with a Santa village theme, run as part of Seoul Winter Festa. It opens in the evenings with food stalls, craft booths and photo spots. In 2025 it ran from December 12 to 31.
Why it matters for a Gangnam beauty trip
It is a festive evening outing that needs little walking, which suits travelers resting after a procedure.
Planning treatments around the event
If you plan to combine the event with treatments, book anything with downtime (fillers, lasers, thread lifts or surgery) at least 1–2 weeks earlier, and keep no-downtime options such as laser toning, Aqua Peel or skin botox for the days around it. See our event-ready skin guide.
Dates and tickets
Dates, opening hours and ticketing can change. Always check the official website before booking flights or treatments.
Frequently asked questions
When is Gwanghwamun Market (Christmas Market)?
usually December (dates to be announced).
Where is Gwanghwamun Market (Christmas Market) held?
At Gwanghwamun Square, Jongno-gu, Seoul.
Can I combine Gwanghwamun Market (Christmas Market) with skin treatments in Gangnam?
Yes. Schedule downtime treatments well before the event and keep same-day options for the days around it.
Explore related guides
Event-ready skin · 3-day Seoul beauty trip · One-week beauty trip · Zero-downtime glow
Event details are compiled from public sources and organisers change dates, venues and ticketing. Always confirm on the official event website before booking travel.