SEOUL WEEKEND UPDATE (Mar 26 - 29)

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This weekend showcases Seoul at its finest! We’re witnessing a Korean Ramyeon Fair, the R&B singer Moon Sujin’s live performance, we’re also welcoming Detroit techno royalty Carl Craig to a Hongdae rooftop, and a festival celebrating women.

Beyond the headliners, the city’s variety makes it breathe. Whether you’re at Kid Milli’s intimate pre-release, painting wine glasses in Yeonnam, or digging for archival grails in Seongsu, the map is wide open. Let’s move!

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Max Siedentopf: Seriously NOT Serious (Jung-gu) 
Mar 27 – Aug 30 | Groundseesaw Central | ₩15,000 
In a world that takes itself too way seriously, Max Siedentopf is the glitch in the system. This solo exhibition covers everything from sculpture and photography to video and commercial provocations. It’s designed to make you crack a smile through the mundane.

CMYK X Paradise Music Lab: Artist Discovery (Hongdae)
Deadline: Apr 12 | Rolling Hall | Apply via Link in Bio
Attention musicians 🚨 Rolling Hall is looking for the next breakout act. The stakes? 5M KRW, a label contract, and a slot at SUMMER SONIC 2026 in Japan. If you have 4+ original songs and a 30-minute live set, this is your ticket to the big leagues.

Hyundai Global Festival (Dongdaemun)
Mar 28 – Mar 29 | 12 PM – 8 PM | Hyundai Outlets Dongdaemun 
A curated marketplace reinterpreting tradition. Discover modern Hanbok from Yongdae and Dolsilnai, or unique accessories from Giv Storylab. Over 20 teams featuring handmade artwork, body care, and artisanal food items like low-sugar gochujang. Register via the Soo House app.

Chicken Diary: To be Bontinued... (Incheon) 
Until Mar 29 | Gonggan Ingongbit | 2 PM – 6 PM 
For the heads who like their art conceptual and slightly obsessive. Artist Aram Kim has been washing and collecting the bones of every chicken she’s eaten for 10 years (yeap.. you read right lol). It’s a study on routine, consumption, and the things we leave behind.

Damien Hirst: No Truth But All Is Possible (Jongno) 
Mar 20 – Jun 28 | MMCA Seoul | Ticketed 
The first large-scale solo exhibition of the world’s most provocative artist, Damien Hirst, finally arrives in Asia. Expect the iconic, the controversial, and the visually stunning. The MMCA shop is also dropping exclusive spin-art kits and merch, get there before the hype-collectors do.

Project 'BIVE:D': Global K-Beauty TikTokers
Deadline Mar 31 | DMIL | Apply via Link in Bio
Calling all global creators residing in Korea. DMIL is looking for English-speaking TikTokers to lead the new K-Beauty wave. Top 3 get 1M KRW in equipment support and a pro management contract. No TikTok history? No problem!! They’ll train you.

Gimmetheyoung Garage Sale (Seongsu) 
Mar 27 – Mar 29 | 11 AM – 8 PM | Free
Archive pieces, samples, and B-grade stock from ₩10,000 to ₩100,000. Plus, a 20% discount on their new collection pre-orders. Card only! Get there early to dig through the best layers of "youth."

KYNE Solo Exhibition: ROUTE 3 (Cheongdam) 
Until Apr 4 | Shinsegae Gallery B1 | 10 AM – 6 PM (Closed Sun/Mon) 
Fukuoka-born artist KYNE brings his signature 80s-inspired "Neo-Bijin-ga" style to Seoul. Exclusive Alert 🚨 The gallery is releasing a limited edition print specifically for this exhibition. It’s available for purchase in-person only, limit one per person. If you're looking to start or grow a collection, this is a high-priority stop.

Hypebeast 20th Anniversary: HYPEBEAST NEXT (Jamsil) 
Mar 13 – Apr 16 | Lotte Gallery Art Hall (Avenuel 6F) | Free
Two decades of street culture, distilled into one room. Co-curated with Lotte, this exhibition features legendary archives from Supreme, Takashi Murakami, and Virgil Abloh, alongside contemporary Korean artworks. There are even limited-edition pieces up for grabs.

THURSDAY — SELECT YOUR OPENING ENERGY 🎛️

• Moon Sujin Live @ LCDC SEOUL (Seongsu) 
  From 6 PM - 9PM | LCDC SEOUL | Free  
  Catch the soulful, R&B vibrations of Moon Sujin in the aesthetic courtyard of LCDC. It’s first-come, first-served, so get there early to secure a spot for one of the most delicate voices in the scene.
  

• Keyi Magazine x SCR: Issue Launch (Itaewon) 
  8 PM – Midnight | Seoul Community Radio | Free 
  Keyi Magazine and SCR come together to celebrate the release of the new issue. This event brings the magazine off the page and onto the stream with a lineup of friends including Hasla, Void, and Berlin Bunny. Music, books, and soju.
  

• Comedy & Magic Night (Itaewon) 
  8 PM – 10 PM | Dokkaebar | ₩15,000 (Adv) / ₩20,000 (Door) (+1 drink)
  A first for Dokkaebar, stand-up comedy meets live magic. Hosted by Pat Bong with Jiwan the Magician. Featuring a roster of international comedians. Includes one welcome drink.
  

• BRIDGE & Friends (Itaewon)
  10 PM - Late | Bolero Seoul | ₩20,000
  Bridge is bringing the underground family to Bolero. Expect a seamless flow of club sounds and "unexpected" selections from a heavy roster including Yenn, Shamiz, and Kinda.
  

• Ye: "BULLY" Listening Experience (Seongsu) 
  Sessions: 2 PM / 5:30 PM / 9:30 PM | S-Factory D 1F | ₩45,000 
  The biggest wild card in music is back. Ye (Kanye West) is hosting an exclusive listening event for his 12th studio album, Bully, at S-Factory. This is a rare, immersive chance to hear the record before the official global drop.

  Tickets: Exclusively on the 29CM website (Started today at 11 AM…). Might be too late but you can always give it a try!
  

• LOVESICK Pre-Release Party w/ Kid Milli (Itaewon)

  10 PM – 4 AM | Soap Seoul | ₩30,000 (+1 Drink)

  Kid Milli pulls up to Soap for a pre-release party ahead of LOVESICK, his new project. Expect a heavy night of rap and club energy with a stacked lineup including Book, Fallens, Pullupboi, DJ Pool, and Kingmck! Plus a few secret guests in the mix. If you want to hear it before everyone else, this is the room.

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FRIDAY — CITY IN FULL MOTION 🌆

• NOT Good-bye NET GALA (Itaewon) 
  10 PM – Late | Cakeshop Seoul | ₩20k (Before 12) / ₩25k (After) 
  A mandatory attendance night. NET GALA, a pillar of the Seoul scene, is saying "see you later." To send him off, International Chrome’s Jensen Interceptor is flying in to lead a massive lineup of local heavyweights. It’s going to be emotional, it’s going to be fast, and the bass will be heavy.
  Vibe: Electro, Techno
  

• Homecoming DJ Party (Songpa) 
  8 PM – 1 AM | The Box | RSVP via @part.ykorea 
  Kicking off the new semester for the international student community and the locals who love to mingle. Two welcome drinks, finger food, and live DJs. A great low-stakes way to meet the new faces in the city.
  

• Ghetto-Ray @ SOAP (Itaewon) 
  10 PM – Late | Soap Seoul | ₩20,000
  The legendary Ghetto-Ray returns to the newly-renovated SOAP. Expect a special session with a live percussion band blending South American, Carnival, and Caribbean rhythms. Plus, an exclusive early launch of the first HUGAN BOOKS magazine.
  

• Rooftop Frequency w/ Ultradog (Itaewon) 
  7 PM – 3 AM | Casa Corona Seoul | Free
  Tune into the rooftop frequency. Special guest Ultradog leads a heavy lineup including Ruta and Kindergarten. High-altitude vibes, open-air breeze, and the best Friday night view in Itaewon.
  

• miok Launch Party: <Sense Wave> (Nonhyeon) 
  Mar 27 (6 PM – 10 PM) & Mar 28 (12 PM – 9 PM) | RSVP via Bio
  Wellness meets high-art. The launch of miok is a sensory experience featuring media performances by Liseok and a live set by Lionclad. If you want to see how sound and visuals intersect with modern wellness, this is the destination.
  

• Ladies Night: Glass Wine Painting (Yeonnam) 
  8 PM – 11 PM | Yeminham Haus | ₩30,000 (+1 Drink & Snacks)
  Get creative and meet new people. A cozy evening in Yeonnam dedicated to painting your own wine glasses. All levels welcome, perfect for a chill Friday alternative. DM to reserve.
  

Unsteadymarket went sold out in CompleCon Hong-Kong
Andy Sama brought his brand Unsteady Market to HK for the ComplexCon and, while seeing Jennie and Lngshot live, his brand got almost all sold-out. Check out the recap video of the korean brand doing well overseas.

We met Gallery Dept.’s founder!
During the LA based brand’s first pop-up in Seoul, we had the chance to meet Josue Thomas, the founder and designer behind Gallery Dept. Of course, we had to interview him and we definitely learned a lot!

BACK TO THE WEEKEND UPDATE

SATURDAY — EVERYTHING, EVERYWHERE, ALL AT ONCE 💥

• Carl Craig: Detroit Love (Hongdae) 
  10 PM - Late | Modeci | ₩20k (Adv) / ₩30k (Door) 
  The definition of a "Legend." Carl Craig has been pushing the boundaries of electronic music for 30 years. From Grammy nominations to founding Planet E, he is the spirit of Detroit Techno. Catching him at Modeci, a rooftop in Hongdae! This is a bucket-list moment.
  

• JAEL (Soulection) @ SOAP (Itaewon) 
  10 PM – 5 AM | Soap Seoul | ₩20,000 (+1 Drink) 
  The Netherlands-based powerhouse and Soulection standout JAEL brings his global soul-electronic fusion to Soap. Expect a high-energy journey that moves between DJing and live vocals. Pure storytelling on the dancefloor.
  

• Pisco Palooza: Pocha Edition (Noksapyeong) 
  4 PM - 10 PM| 448 by Southside | Free
  Pisco and Pochas! The match made in heaven you didn't know you needed. Soak up the early spring sun with Pisco Bauza cocktails paired with your favorite pocha dishes. Bring your sunglasses and your drinking caps.
  

• Nomad Her: She Can Travel Anywhere (Seoul) 
  6 PM – 2 AM | Location via App | RSVP via Nomad Her App 
  A festival celebrating women who travel and choose their own paths. Featuring panel talks, networking, and a heavy DJ lineup including Hagy, Ivro, and Heonju. A space for real stories and real connections.
  

• DE SCHOOL Vol. 7 (Apgujeong) 
  Starts 8 PM | Lowkey Seoul | Free 
  What’s your preference? Old or New school? HAGY presents the 7th edition of DE SCHOOL, spinning pure Hip-Hop and R&B all night.

• Kito (NYC) @ Kompakt Record Bar (Seongsu) 
  8 PM - 1 AM | Kompakt Record Bar Ver. 3 | Free
  NYC-based DJ Kito (Studio 151) brings that soulful, groove-driven New York energy to Seongsu. Blending jazz, funk, and hip-hop with a dancer’s instinct, this is the ultimate "warm and soulful" Saturday move.
  

• Dumbo Disco invites Trent (Itaewon) 
  11 PM – Late | Nyapi | ₩20,000 
  Nyapi’s new series welcomes Trent from Berlin’s legendary Cocktail d’Amore. Expect a playful, deep disco and house set that carries the energy of the Berlin underground.
  

• PWS Pub Brawl (Itaewon) 
  Starts 7 PM | Taco Amigo (3F) | ₩15,000 (Cash Only) 
  Real pro wrestling in a bar. No ring ropes, just raw intensity a few feet from your taco plate. It’s the wildest night of the year at Taco Amigo. Reservations via DM to @pwskorea are highly recommended.
  

• Midnight in Sab: Unlimited Wine (Gangnam) 
  9:30 PM – 1 AM | Sab Seoul | ₩39,000 
  Sab Seoul is opening the cellar for a standing-only unlimited wine tasting. 30+ labels from 10 countries, including vintage Champagne (while it lasts). The perfect "second round" for the wine lovers.
  

• Touch Down Vol. 1: Dance Battle (Sinchon) 
  U-PLEX 12F | Organized by 2HIGH Studio 
  A heavy-duty street dance battle featuring judges from Korea and Japan. If you want to see the elite level of Seoul’s movement culture, head to the 12th floor of U-PLEX.
  

• SSR 001 Live Series: Lim Yong Ju (Hapjeong) 
  7 PM | Tila Basement (B3) | ₩33,000 
  Part of the Sangsu Records compilation series. Lim Yong Ju blends traditional Korean rhythms with modular synths. This is experimental electronic music at its peak.
  

• The Vibey Vol. 1: THE SEQUENCE (Hapjeong) 
  7 PM | Gorani Special Forces | ₩25,000 
  A deep dive into lyrical electronic sounds. Three artists: 9yeon9chi, summersnow, and Cha, painting a sonic picture under the theme of "Sequence." Very aesthetic, very vibey.
  

• FM Festival: Beer Yoga & Pilates (Itaewon) 
  3 PM – 7 PM | Casa Corona | RSVP via Bio 
  Movement meets the bar. "Beer Yoga" with Jingjo, Acroyoga performances, and Hip Pilates. Wake up your body with music and community at Casa Corona. Only 24 spots available!
  

• The Orange Veil: Shamanic Performance (Hansung Univ. Area) 
  12 PM – 6 PM | TINC (This Is Not A Church) | TBA
  A 6-hour endurance performance by Sima, inspired by traditional Korean "Gut" (shamanic rituals). Sima will climb 12 steps made of blades, dancing and singing between the worlds of the living and the dead. Intermission-free; enter and exit at will.

• CATACOMB Vol. 2: Underground Hip-Hop (Sinchon) 
  7 PM – 9 PM | Geeks Live House | ₩20,000 
  Raw, dark, and hyped, exactly how underground hip-hop should be. Featuring the legend Deepflow alongside rising stars like Xaoil and Navy Ego. If you miss the "old" Sinchon energy, this is where you’ll find it.

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SUNDAY — SOFT LANDINGS & LAST SIPS 🍷

• 2026 Korea International Ramyeon Fair (Songdo) 
  Exhibition: 10 AM – 6 PM | Influencer Tour: 2 PM | Songdo Convensia Ramyeon isn't just a snack; it’s Korea’s representative soul food. This massive hybrid expo brings together leading domestic brands and global noodle giants under one roof. Whether you’re there for networking or just to eat, there’s a Cooking & Selling Pavilion where you can taste world-class noodles and a DIY zone to build your own custom ramyeon.

  • Influencer Tour: If you’re a foreign creator living in Korea, there is an exclusive tour departing from Sindorim at 2 PM. It includes the full fair experience, a DIY ramyeon session, and a sunset dinner at Songdo Central Park. You need to DM @koreatourtip
    

• Magnolia Makgeolli Making Class (Seoul) 
  1 PM - 4 PM | The Sool Company | RSVP via Bio 
  Become a brewer for a day. Learn the traditional art of Magnolia-infused Makgeolli. This is a rare Sunday session, tbh it’s perfect for those who want to take a piece of Korean culture home in a bottle.
  

• Spring Cleaning & Wine Exchange (Location via DM) 
  6 PM – 10 PM | ₩65,000 | RSVP (via @kimi_seoul) 
  A wholesome Sunday wind-down. Bring an item from your spring cleaning that needs a new home and exchange it with others while sipping 7 different premium wines. Limited to 12 people.
  

• Sambo Records x Moe. (Hannam) 
  8 PM – 2 AM | Stoked & Stoned (2F) | Free
  The Sambo crew is back, and they've brought Moe. from Berlin. Moe. has shared decks with the likes of Antal and Hunee, expect a night of high-level selection and pure party energy to close the weekend.
  

• N Seoul Tower Spring Wine Fair (Namsan) 
  12 PM – 9 PM | N Seoul Tower 1F | RSVP via Bio 
  200+ wines, unlimited tasting, and the best view of the city. Includes a Riedel glass and food coupons. A classic spring ritual.