Seoul Jazz Festival 2026 will take place from May 22 to May 24, 2026, at Olympic Park in Seoul. It is one of the city’s best-known large-scale music festivals and uses multiple indoor and outdoor stages, so it feels more like a full festival experience than a single concert.
Event Dates
- Festival dates: May 22 (Fri) to May 24 (Sun), 2026
- Duration: 3 days
- Venue: Olympic Park, Seoul
Location
Editor’s Tip
The exact performance start times have not been announced yet. It is important to check the latest updates through the official email notices or the festival’s Instagram account.
Many people usually arrive early to secure a good spot in advance. Since the festival takes place in May, when the weather is often pleasant, I recommend bringing a picnic mat or a foldable camping chair. If you get cold easily, it is also a good idea to bring a blanket.
The festival is held at Olympic Park, one of Seoul’s largest event venues.
Naver Map 
Main festival stages officially announced include:
- 88 Lawn Yard
- KSPO DOME
- Ticketlink Live Arena
- 88 Lake Waterside Stage
Because the festival uses several stages inside the park, expect a lot of walking between performance areas.
How to Get to the Olympic Park
For most international visitors, the subway is the easiest way to reach the venue.
Recommended subway stations:
Olympic Park Station (Line 5 / Line 9), Exits 3 or 4
Mongchontoseong Station (Line 8), Exit 1- Hanseongbaekje Station (Line 9), Exit 2
If this is your first time visiting Seoul, taking the subway is usually much easier than driving or using a taxi, especially on a busy festival day.
Ticket Prices
Officially announced ticket prices are:
- Blind 3-Day Pass: KRW 370,000
- Early Bird 3-Day Pass: KRW 410,000
- Regular 3-Day Pass: KRW 470,000
- 1-Day Pass: KRW 189,000
Please note that Blind and Early Bird tickets are limited-quantity ticket types and may already be sold out depending on when you check.
How To Buy Ticket?
Visit Melon Global Ticket Booth
Ticket Sales Schedule
Official ticket release dates announced so far are:
- Blind 3-Day Pass: December 18, 2025, 12:00 PM
- Early Bird 3-Day Pass: January 20, 2026, 12:00 PM
- Regular 3-Day Pass: February 12, 2026, 12:00 PM
- 1-Day Pass: March 3, 2026, 12:00 PM
The official ticketing platform is Melon Ticket. The festival website also provides a Global Ticket menu for overseas users, so international visitors should check that section before booking.
Lineup
The lineup can change over time, so it is important to check the latest official artist announcements before purchasing a ticket.
DAY1 : 5/22(FRI)
▸ 자넬 모네(Janelle Monáe) ᴺᴱᵂ
▸ 아투로 산도발(Arturo Sandoval)
▸ 레저(LEISURE)
▸ DxS 도겸X승관 (세븐틴) ᴺᴱᵂ
▸ 씨엔블루(CNBLUE) ᴺᴱᵂ
▸ 조 아몬-존스(Joe Armon-Jones) ᴺᴱᵂ
▸ 제네비브(Jenevieve)
▸ 에밀리 킹(Emily King) ᴺᴱᵂ
▸ 장범준(Jang Beom June) ᴺᴱᵂ
▸ 마마스 건(Mamas Gun) ᴺᴱᵂ
▸ 더 폴스(The Poles) ᴺᴱᵂ
▸ 갈다이브(Galdive) ᴺᴱᵂ
▸ 부에나 비스타 오케스트라(Buena Vista Orchestra) ᴺᴱᵂ
DAY2 : 5/23(SAT)
▸ 존 바티스트(Jon Batiste)
▸ FKJ(프렌치 키위 주스) ᴺᴱᵂ
▸ 코리 헨리 & 더 펑크 어파슬스(Cory Henry & the Funk Apostles) ᴺᴱᵂ
▸ 알파 미스트(Alfa Mist)
▸ 에픽하이(Epik High) ᴺᴱᵂ
▸ 백예린(Yerin Baek) ᴺᴱᵂ
▸ 프렙(PREP) ᴺᴱᵂ
▸ 최유리(Choi Yu Ree) ᴺᴱᵂ
▸ 페더 엘리아스(Peder Elias) ᴺᴱᵂ
▸ 앤슨 세아브라(Anson Seabra) ᴺᴱᵂ
▸ 스테이시 라이언(Stacey Ryan) ᴺᴱᵂ
▸ 엔지(Enji) ᴺᴱᵂ
DAY3 : 5/24(SUN)
▸ 허비 행콕(Herbie Hancock) ᴺᴱᵂ
▸ 오브 몬스터즈 앤 맨(Of Monsters and Men) ᴺᴱᵂ
▸ 메데스키 마틴 앤 우드(Medeski Martin & Wood)
▸ 엘라 마이(Ella Mai) ᴺᴱᵂ
▸ 실리카겔(Silica Gel) ᴺᴱᵂ
▸ 웨이브투어스(wave to earth) ᴺᴱᵂ
▸ 시마펑크(Cimafunk)
▸ 한로로(HANRORO) ᴺᴱᵂ
▸ 대니 구(Danny Koo) ᴺᴱᵂ
▸ 디 새크리드 소울즈(Thee Sacred Souls) ᴺᴱᵂ
▸ 애런!(aron!) ᴺᴱᵂ
▸ 윤석철 Artifaction (Seokcheol Yun Artifaction) (Guest. 율음) ᴺᴱᵂ
and many more!
Editor’s Comments
Artists announced in earlier official updates included names such as:
Jon Batiste
Arturo Sandoval
Medeski Martin & Wood
LEISURE
Alfa Mist
Cimafunk
Jenevieve
Janelle Monáe
Because lineup changes have already been officially announced once, international visitors should make sure the artist they want to see is still scheduled on the date they plan to attend.
What International Visitors Should Know
This festival is best for travelers who want to experience both live music and a big Seoul outdoor event atmosphere.
A few practical tips:
- Arrive early. Olympic Park is large, and moving between gates and stages can take time.
- Wear comfortable shoes. You may walk much more than expected.
- Check the daily lineup before buying. A 1-day ticket may be enough if your favorite artist performs on only one day.
- Do not assume all performances are in one venue. This is a multi-stage festival.
- Check the final event notice before your visit. Entry rules, stage schedules, and artist appearances may change.
Is It Worth Visiting?
For international travelers visiting Seoul in late May, Seoul Jazz Festival 2026 can be a very good choice if you enjoy live music, open-air festival culture, and a large-scale event atmosphere. The venue is accessible by subway, the setting is spacious, and the program usually combines internationally known artists with a wide festival-style experience.
Before you go, make sure to confirm the latest ticket status, day-by-day lineup, and entry information through the official festival announcements.
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