Experience Korea’s Christmas with the Joseon Santa King

🎄 Christmas with the King – A Special X-MAS Journey Back to 1600s Korea

If you’re planning a trip to Seoul this winter, consider taking one special day to visit Yongin. Every year, the Korean Folk Village hosts a one-of-a-kind Christmas celebration.

 

👑 What Is “Christmas with the King”?

This unique festival transforms a traditional Korean village into a winter wonderland. A king from the Joseon Dynasty appears as “Santa King”, inviting visitors to experience Christmas as if it took place in 17th-century Korea.

 

🎅 Special Highlight: “Lucky Santa” Event (25 December)

On Christmas Day, visitors dressed as Santa compete in a survival mission-style game.

🏆 The final winner can receive up to 5 million won (approx. USD 3,600)!

 

📌 Event Details

Dates: 15 November – 31 December 2025

Location: Korean Folk Village, Yongin City

Best time to visit: Late afternoon to evening (night illumination recommended)

Main Features:

Appearance of the Joseon King as ‘King Santa’

Interactive missions & traditional character encounters

Photo zones such as “Santa Road” and “Secret Snow Village”

 

🌟 Why Foreign Visitors Love It

While Christmas is celebrated worldwide, a Joseon Dynasty–style Christmas is something you won’t find anywhere else. Hanbok-clad characters assign festive missions, and Christmas trees are installed among traditional Korean houses – an unforgettable experience.

📍 Popular among family travelers and couples

📌 Possible as a one-day trip from Seoul

 

🚗 How to Get There from Seoul

By Car: Approx. 45–60 mins from Gangnam / Jamsil

By Public Transport:

Subway → Giheung Station Alight(Bundang Line, Exit 1)

→ Bus No. 37 or 10-5 to Folk Village

For international tourists: Tour buses or day trip packages are recommended

 

📷 Visitor Reviews

“It’s not just a festival – it feels like joining a Christmas role-play!”

“The kids loved it, but the adults were even more excited!”

“Perfect for photos. You can feel both traditional Korean atmosphere and Christmas spirit at the same time.”

 

✨ Final Tip

“Fancy spending Christmas a little differently this winter?

Add one day to your Seoul itinerary and travel to Yongin to meet the Joseon Dynasty’s King Santa.

It may become the most memorable day of your trip.”