Yeongdeungpo Yeouido Spring Flower Festival
🗓️ April 4 – April 8, 2025
Every year, when the warmth of spring is in the air, the streets of Yeouido are lined with thousands of blooming trees and flowers. Specifically, there are 1,886 cherry blossom trees and 87,859 spring flowers of 13 species, including azaleas, forsythias, and royal azaleas, all coming into full bloom. The Yeongdeungpo Yeouido Spring Flower Festival, which was first held in 2005, has the wide-open Han River as its backdrop, making it Korea’s representative spring festival, overflowing with abundant sights to see and experiences to partake in.
The Spring Flower Festival is alive with beautiful spring flowers and diverse cultural arts. Starting with the opening ceremony in early April, it features performances, exhibitions, and hands-on events held on Yeouiseo-ro and in Han River Park, filling the hearts of visitors with excitement.
The festival’s offerings are divided into six categories:
- Performance: The opening parade, taking place on April 4 at 5 PM, kicks off the festivities, which also include the Spring Flower Stage and Spring Flower Busking performances.
- Exhibition: The Art Cube Special Exhibition and Art Cube Local Artist Exhibition showcase a variety of artistic talent.
- Experience: There are permanent experiences available throughout the festival, as well as weekend pop-up experiences and sponsor experiences.
- Cafe Zone: This includes the Gourmet Garden with The Hyundai and the Cherry Blossom Road Cafe.
- Photo Zone: Capture memories at various sponsor photo zones and pop-up gardens located throughout the venue.
- Tourism Program: The Yeongdeungpo Spring Flower Sale Festa and a dedicated Festival Tour for the Visually Impaired ensure that the festival is inclusive and offers something for everyone.
📍 Address: Yeouido-dong, Yeongdeungpo-gu, Seoul
🛏️ Find accommodations near the event on Expedia
💰 Fee: Admission to the festival is free of charge.
📞 Inquiries: For further information, please call 02-2670-3128
⭐️ Instagram: Stay updated by following the festival’s official Instagram account
🖥️ Homepage: Visit the official website for more details
What is Yeouido?
Yeouido is an island on the Han River in Seoul, South Korea, known for its role as a financial and political center. It hosts the National Assembly of South Korea, major broadcasting stations, and various corporate headquarters, establishing its importance in business and governance. Yeouido also offers expansive parks and recreational areas, providing a peaceful retreat within the city. Yeouido Park is particularly notable for its cherry blossoms, which attract visitors during the Yeongdeungpo Yeouido Spring Flower Festival. This event features cultural performances and food stalls, drawing both locals and tourists. Yeouido’s combination of urban development and natural beauty makes it a noteworthy destination in Seoul.
