FEATURED EVENT
🎤 GSTV TRIVIA NIGHT

Next week, Wednesday June 3rd, we are taking over Sauce, in Noksapyeong, for our official
GSTV Trivia Night

Flex your brainpower on everything from music and pop culture to Korean history, all while competing for exclusive prizes with food and drinks fully served.
Entry is free, but you need to grab an RSVP to lock down a table for your squad.

📆 Wednesday June 3rd
📍 Sauce (Noksapyeong)
🕣 8PM

ONGOING
🖼️ CULTURAL EVENTS AND ART EXHIBITIONS

Emotional Damage Fest (Hongdae)
May 29 – 30 | Senggi Studio & KT&G Sangsangmadang | Pass Prices Vary The Asian emo revival is touching down for a two-day clinic in raw feeling headlined by Wuhan's math-rock kings, Chinese Football. Day one brings an intimate 100-person showcase at Senggi Studio, while day two hits Sangsangmadang with first-generation titans Vanilla Unity and Hollow Jan. It's an absolute wall of sound designed for anyone who finds beauty in being beautifully broken.
For foreigners, tickets are available here 

Picnic on the Bridge: Food Festival (Banpo)
May 30 | Hangang Jamsu Bridge | Free
For exactly one day, Jamsu Bridge transforms into a pedestrian-only culinary runway celebrating international gastronomy and the 140th anniversary of Korea-France relations. Expect street food curated by top chefs, regional K-food masterclasses, and live street performances right over the river. It’s a multi-sensory feast where the charm of Seoul meets global culinary culture.

2026 Garage Life Festival (Seongsu)
May 29 – 31 | 12 PM – 8 PM | S-Factory D | Free
Seongsu-dong's motorcycle custom icons RSG are collaborating with Deus Ex Machina to transform S-Factory into a massive three-day shrine to engine culture and street subculture. The open yard features rare car and vintage bike displays, live custom pinstripe painting, and a market stacked with over 50 powerhouse brands. Complete with food stalls, an outdoor coffee lounge, and curated DJ sessions, it's the ultimate playground to capture some raw street romance.

Hangang Light Show (Yeouido / Ttukseom / Jamsil)
April 10 – June 5 | Various Hangang Parks | Free 
Seoul’s night skyline is getting a high-tech upgrade as up to 2,000 drones take over the air for the 2026 Hangang Light Show. It features massive drone formations synchronized with cultural art performances across the city's iconic riverside parks. The next session lands this Saturday, May 16, at Ttukseom Hangang Park, with the main show launching at 8:30 PM followed by a mini drone session.

Moments in Bloom: Sim Joo-ha (Seoul Station) 
Until June 10 | ARTTAG Gallery (4F) | Free
Explore the cycle of life through the vibrant imagery of poppies and natural landscapes. This exhibition at Connect Place Seoul Station captures the rhythm of joy and sorrow through layers of light and color.

THURSDAY - FASHION PEOPLE & HOUSE LEGENDS 🖤

• Friends in Fashion Networking Party (Seongsu)

  7 PM – 11 PM | Undercity Seoul | Tickets via Bio 
  Style & Sound is bringing together the minds behind the garments for a high-value collaborative mixer in Seongsu. This night is engineered for designers, models, stylists, photographers, and manufacturers to swap notes, match vibes, and spark future projects.

• PLASTIC PEOPLE x YUNSÉ (Itaewon)

  10 PM – Late | SOAP Seoul | ₩20,000 (+1 Drink) 
  Start your weekend early as the PLASTIC PEOPLE crew collides with YUNSÉ for a house/tech Thursday takeover at SOAP. Local favorites Daul, Trueunsol, and DJ Wow join forces with heavy-hitting special guests Dguru and Yann to keep the basement moving until late.
  

• Daniel Bell’s Takeover (Hongdae)

  10 PM – Late | Modeci | ₩20,000
  Minimal house pioneer and Detroit legend Daniel Bell lands on the Modeci rooftop to deliver a masterclass in stripped-down, hypnotic grooves. Backed by solid selectors Seongsoo and Eugene Blake, this is a rare chance to experience electronic music royalty on one of the city's finest sound systems.

FRIDAY - WINE, VINYL & COMMUNITY LOVE 🍷

• Dr. Loosen Riesling Night (Banpo)

  6:30 PM – 9:30 PM | Mood Seoul (2F) | ₩49,000 
  Spend your twilight hours floating on the Han River with an unlimited tasting from the legendary German Mosel estate, Dr. Loosen. This standing-format party on Solbit Island pairs ten world-class Rieslings with a curated seven-dish buffet and live jazz. It’s the most sophisticated way to kick off your Friday night before the bass drops elsewhere.
  

• Bonika Yeonnam Open Event (Yeonnam)

  5 PM – 8 PM | Bonika Yeonnam (2F) | Free 
  Bonika is celebrating its fresh beginning in the heart of Yeonnam-dong with a sunset open-house social. Pull up to catch the new space, connect with the neighborhood's creative crowd, and toast to the brand's next chapter. It's a casual, high-vibe pre-game spot to light up your Friday evening before heading deeper into the Mapo (or elsewhere) madness.

• TILT - The Late Night Special: SZA, Frank Ocean & Daniel Caesar (Yeonnam)

  10 PM | TILT – A Listening Space | RSVP via Bio 
  Decompress from the city noise with an intimate audiophile session dedicated entirely to the late-night sounds of Frank Ocean, SZA, and Daniel Caesar. TILT is dropping the lights to trace the low basslines, slow rhythms, and close-up vocals that define modern R&B's most hypnotic masterpieces. It’s the definitive, ultra-laidback alternative to a chaotic Friday night if you just want to sink into heavy reverbs and disconnect.

• HOUSETRIBE Release Party (Itaewon)

  7 PM – 3 AM | Casa Corona (4F) | Free
  Celebrate the drop of BETTER’s massive new single “Feelin’ It,” arriving straight from Japan’s renowned house imprint, HouseTribe Recordings. Casa Corona is hosting the official release party, stacking the lineup with Ruta, Isco, and Grace Kim to keep the rooftop buzzing with pure, driving house energy.

• MOON DISCO in Seoul (Hannam)

  9 PM – Late | Rosso Seoul | ₩20,000 (+1 Drink)
  Moon Disco returns for its second installment at Rosso, flying in 90s NYC house legend and heavy vinyl digger Toshiyuki Goto all the way from Tokyo. Goto is set to deliver an incredible, deep house set alongside the legendary 360sound crew. Catch Soulscape, Jeyon, and Jinmoo on support for an intimate, vinyl-heavy night that guarantees pure dancefloor grooves all night long.

• WE GOT NEXT. by ITA (Apgujeong)

  6 PM – 2 AM | Lowkey Seoul | Free
  This Hip-hop/R&B night at Lowkey drops the standard club distractions to focus entirely on deep selections from a heavy local roster including AOMG’s DJ, DJ Wegun, Yunu, Meero, and Dames. Doors swing open early at 6PM with the main sounds kicking off from 9PM, making it the perfect high-reward Friday play for absolutely zero entrance fee.

• The Air House After Party (Itaewon)

  11 PM – 5 AM | Nyapi | ₩30,000
  If you’re suffering from serious festival withdrawal after last week's madness, The Air House is throwing an official indoor and veranda encore at Nyapi. Austrian house maestro Demuja headlines the main indoor floor alongside local selectors Dguru and Sunday Lee, while the veranda keeps it breezy with Duumok and Afrodite. Tickets are half price if you show your festival pass, so pull up to catch the final remnants of that forest energy in the heart of the city.

• F&F: A Fundraiser for a Club Queen (Itaewon)

  10 PM – Late | Cakeshop Seoul | ₩20,000
  Seoul’s nightlife community is rallying together for dancefloor solidarity in honor of Hala Zaiter, a beloved Cakeshop fixture recently diagnosed with multiple sclerosis. A massive, all-star local lineup featuring Khyo, Yetsuby, Ligrye, and Kitty are donating their sets to build a night full of community warmth and driving club cuts. Absolutely 100% of the proceeds go directly toward supporting Hala's medical care and living expenses, making this the most meaningful party of your weekend.

IN CASE YOU MISSED IT
What GSTV has been up to

• We went to a Disney themed morning rave, and it was mad cool! ✨

• Interested in the Korean underground music scene? This GSTV video is your open gate to it 😉

• We always ask people if they have a message for their ex, this time, the messages did not disappoint 💀

• We are having a Trivia Night next week, fancy to join the fun? 💡

SATURDAY - MORNING RAVES TO MIDNIGHT CHAOS ⚡

• Seoul Morning Run Rave (Yeonnam)

  7:30 AM – 11 AM | Local Lounge + Yeontral Park | RSVP via Bio
  For the heads who realize coffee tastes better and music feels lighter before the sun hits its peak. This early-bird gathering mixes a social run through Yeonnam with clean house music, fresh brunch, and zero-pressure conversations. It’s an alternative lifestyle blueprint for expats and locals who want to dance and connect without the 5:00 AM hangover.

• Kahi Yless x Project120130 Morning Rave (Bukchon)

  8 AM – 10:30 AM | KAHI YLESS Bukchon | Free (RSVP via Bio) 
  This high-concept K-beauty takeover transforms a quiet Bukchon Hanok into an experimental early-bird playground centered on the "slow-aging" benefits of 120-BPM dance music. Show up early to claim complimentary caviar finger foods, free coffee, warm tteokbokki, and custom point makeup experiences.

• WEL, WEAL, WELL Wellness Market (Gangnam)

  11 AM – 3 PM | Hotel Cappuccino | Free
  Hotel Cappuccino is locking in a healthy Saturday playground with a dedicated wellness market and terrace food bazaar. You can RSVP for rooftop yoga overlooking the city or a flower arrangement class using upcycled wine bottles, then hit the market for ube gelato, vegan beer, and artisanal granola.
  Perk: The first 100 visitors grab a free Americano, so pack your tumblers and show up early.

• Nerd House Seongsu: Opening Party (Seongsu)

  2 PM – 6 PM | Nerd House Seongsu | Free
  A brand-new hideout is opening its doors in Seongsu with a high-vibe afternoon standing party. K-Pop mixing mastermind Ethan Ko and Umi Hoshi are taking over the decks with viral, algorithm-breaking sets. Drop by early to catch a spot, sip on creamy Nerd Takju, and experience the neighborhood's coolest new opening layout.

• Mondrian Atelier: Chess Saturday (Itaewon)

  1 PM – 3 PM | Mondrian Hotel (2F) | RSVP via Seoul Chess Club
  Skip the cafe routine for a high-aesthetic afternoon match curated alongside the Seoul Chess Club. Sit down across from strangers and fellow creatives to focus on the board in a setting straight out of a film scene. There's a one-drink minimum at the bar, and they are even giving away exclusive waterproof Mondrian chess sets to two winners of the day's tournament.

• Day Wine Social (Yeonnam)

  1 PM - Late | Yeminham Haus | ₩30,000 
  A slow-paced, zero-pressure daytime hideout designed specifically for sensitive souls to decompress after a heavy week. Your ticket covers two glasses of wine and light charcuterie bites, leaving you entirely free to chat, read a book, or just blend into the background.

• TW Records x Noir Mardi Mercredi 2nd Anniversary (Hannam)

  2 PM - Late | Noir Mardi Mercredi Cafe | Free
  TW Records and Noir Mardi Mercredi Cafe are locking in a massive full-day block party to celebrate two years on the Hannam map. Spend your afternoon on the B1 level hunting through a curated vintage flea market. Once the sun sets, the action moves upstairs for a stacked, completely free R&B live showcase headlined by soul legends Jinbo the SuperFreak and Horim as well as upcoming R&B acts like Dopein and Shirt.

• 99 Brims: OFFLINE Networking Experience (Itaewon)

  6 PM – 9 PM | PDF Seoul | Free
  99BRIMS is hosting a premium offline networking experience designed to connect the city's creators and visionaries. Grab a glass of sponsored Hurra Tequila and share fresh ideas while DJs lock down a smooth, moody soundtrack.

• Dank Yard DJ Night (Haebangchon)

  7 PM - Late | Dank Yard Seoul | ₩30,000

  Head up to Haebangchon this Saturday for a high-vibe night bringing together a diverse, global crowd of locals, foreigners, and exchange students. For ₩30,000, you score unlimited craft beer. Entry is strictly capped at the first 50 confirmed guests, so fill out the RSVP form to secure your spot before it fills up.

• Dime Time The Roof (Myeongdong)

  7 PM – Midnight | The Roof Seoul | Free
  Dime Time enters the sky for its very first rooftop edition right in the center of Myeongdong. Surrounded by the city skyline, this session features a massive throwback rotation of 90s and 2000s hip-hop with Tokyo’s own Ken Watanabe headlining.

• 33 BELOW (Itaewon)

  10 PM – 5 AM | SOAP Seoul | ₩25,000 (+1 Drink) 
  New Zealand’s breakout electronic producer 33 Below brings his genre-fluid, hype club energy straight to the SOAP basement this Saturday night. Celebrated for bridging the gaps between UK Garage, breakbeats, and heavy Drum & Bass, his massive catalog includes official remixes for Martin Garrix and collaborations with Sammy Virji.

SUNDAY - VINTAGE FINDS & R&B COOL-DOWNS 🌤️

• The.Chunk.Shop Flea Market (Seongsu)

  12 PM – 6 PM | Chunk Shop (2F) | Free
  Chunk is opening its second-floor space for a hyper-curated neighborhood marketplace showcasing independent sellers and fresh labels. You'll find a hand-picked mix of vintage clothing, handmade accessories, ceramics from Objee, and unique plants from Goyodang. It's the ideal Sunday afternoon walk-through for anyone looking to score items with actual identity.

• Rosesia Listening Session (Sinchon)

  7 PM | Honey Clover | ₩15,000
  Step into the vault with alternative artist Rosesia for an intimate evening of unreleased tracks, behind-the-scenes production tales, and live performances. Backed by special guests Leywn and Chan, the session includes interactive Q&A rounds and a limited run of anniversary merch and CDs.

• Red House: < Red House > (Samgakji)

  8 PM – Midnight | Knocker Upper | Free
  Let’s transition from spring to summer with a smooth, beautifully chilled Sunday night hosted right in Samgakji. Artist Red House returns for his second curated event, inviting world-class R&B heavyweights slchld and Dopein along for special live sets. Complemented by a groovy, soulful local DJ rotation, it’s completely free to enter and the ultimate way to wrap up your weekend before the grind resets.

THAT’S THE WRAP ⏰

This weekend is reminiscent of the GSTV DNA: completely unpredictable.

Settle a score over a chessboard in Itaewon, sweat through a garage set at SOAP, or nurse your hangover with free caviar in Bukchon. The map is set, the choices are wild, and as always: support local scenes, talk to strangers and don’t forget to discover the city.

Don’t forget to RSVP for our GSTV Trivia Night next week. In the meantime, we will see you outside!

PS: Don’t hesitate to reach out to us at [email protected]